ModelPlay vs View3D Pro
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ModelPlay
Easily view and customize 3D models without needing professional knowledge. Import, export, and categorize various file formats, then personalize lighting, backgrounds, materials, and animations for stunning visual effects.
- Import/export GLB, FBX, OBJ, STL, PLY, 3MF
- Categorize models with folders
- Customize lighting and backgrounds
- Adjust model materials and textures
- Play and control 3D animations
- Set model position and camera angles
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ModelPlay supports 3D model classification and viewing, 3D model import and export, and users can personalize each 3D model and save the settings. When using ModelPlay, users don't need to have professional 3D knowledge, just through simple operation, you can get very stunning 3D effects. -3D Model Import and Export Supports import and export of many common 3D format files such as GLB, FBX, OBJ, STL, PLY, 3MF, and so on. -3D Model Categorization Categorize 3D models through folders, support both list and grid display, sorting and editing, and setting image size. -3D Model Lighting Settings Support to set the lighting of the scene where the 3D model is located: support preset lighting combination settings, light color, light intensity, light shadow settings, ambient light color settings, and halo intensity settings. You can create colorful lighting effects through multiple combination settings. 3D Model Background Settings Supports setting the background of the scene where the 3D model is located: supports solid color background and sky box background. You can set “whether to show the ground” to get different scene atmosphere effects. 3D Model Material Settings Support to set the material of 3D model: support default texture material, line material, metal material, transparent material and other material switching. Support to view the original material and texture. -3D Model Animation Settings Support 3D model skeleton display, support animation play and pause, support auto rotate, support dynamic skeleton, support multiple animation clips switch play. -3D Model Position Setting Support 3D model position offset and rotation setting. Support camera view angle setting, you can set different optimal display view angles for different 3D models. -3D Model Mesh Settings Count the number of sub-mesh and mesh vertices of the 3D model, support whether the sub-mesh is visible or not setting, support component separation, and support putting the sub-mesh as the center. -3D Model Cover Settings The 3D model cover will be automatically generated when the 3D model is opened for the first time, support to modify the cover. Note: Updates and Feedback ModelPlay will make continuous updates to provide more 3D setting effects in the subsequent releases. Feel free to provide suggestions to ModelPlay via comments!
View3D Pro
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View3D Pro — Open, Inspect, and Share 3D Models — Fully Offline, Private & Blazing Fast View3D Pro is a professional-grade 3D model viewer built for creators, engineers, students, and makers. Open STL, OBJ, GLB, and GLTF files instantly — no cloud, no account, no compromise. [100% Offline & Private] • Works entirely on your device — zero internet connection required. • Your models never leave your device. No servers, no telemetry, no tracking. • No account sign-up. Just open, view, and go. • All files are stored securely in the app's sandbox and are completely erased when you uninstall the app. [Fast & Smooth Rendering] • Optimized native engine opens files in seconds, even large models. • High-fidelity rendering with accurate lighting, materials, and textures. • Smooth 3D rotation, zoom, and pan — respond instantly to a single finger. • Your data stays local, so performance stays fast whether you're online or on a plane. [Professional Toolsets] • Precision one-tap 3D inspect: rotate, orbit, zoom, and pan with intuitive gestures. • Clear wireframe & solid view modes for engineering review and 3D printing checks. • Open models directly from Files, AirDrop, Mail, Safari, or any sharing app. • Keeps your recently opened models one tap away for quick reload. • A curated library of sample models to test every feature right away. [Universal 3D Format Support] • STL, OBJ, GLB, and GLTF — the standard file types for 3D printing, CAD, game, and AR workflows. • Smart format detection reads the actual file content, so mislabeled files still open correctly. • Dark mode and light mode that follow your system appearance. • Multi-language support for a global audience. [Why View3D Pro?] • Private by design: your files stay yours. Perfect for confidential or pre-release designs. • Always available: no network, no subscription, no waiting — your viewer is always on. • Professional quality: built with the same rendering technology trusted by engineers and designers. • Respects your device: lightweight, no account, no background data usage. Whether you're reviewing a CAD export, checking a print-ready STL, presenting a GLB concept, or sharing a model with a teammate, View3D Pro gives you a fast, secure, and professional 3D viewing experience — entirely offline. Download now and bring professional 3D viewing to your pocket. View3D Pro requires no permissions beyond opening files you choose. Your data never leaves your device.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: ModelPlay at Free against View3D Pro's $0.99. ModelPlay also leads on device support (4 vs 2). View3D Pro's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On ads and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
ModelPlay is free to download; View3D Pro costs $0.99 up front. ModelPlay sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. View3D Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | ModelPlay | View3D Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $0.99 |
| Rating | 3.0 (8 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 27.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 8 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 16.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 255 MB | 41 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 俊卿 吴 | 昂 熊 |
In-app purchases
ModelPlay
- ModelPlay Pro$9.99
View3D Pro
No in-app purchases









