# 3D Filmmaker vs Frame Grabber

The clearest difference is rating: Frame Grabber at 5.0 against 3D Filmmaker's 1.0. Frame Grabber also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 9 months). 3D Filmmaker's advantage is iOS requirement (17.5 vs 26.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. 3D Filmmaker sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Frame Grabber sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Frame Grabber holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Frame Grabber has 6 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

3D Filmmaker ships an update every 9 months, Frame Grabber every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | 3D Filmmaker | Frame Grabber |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/3d-filmmaker/id6618112316/reviews) | **[5.0 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/frame-grabber-trueframe/id6759160406/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **6** |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 9 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 2.9 GB | 16 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.5** | 26.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Christopher Walsh](https://appshunter.io/developer/1745819079) | [Alexsander Khitev](https://appshunter.io/developer/979441605) |

## What reviewers say

### 3D Filmmaker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/3d-filmmaker/id6618112316)

Create scenes with tracked 3D objects, virtual backgrounds, and animated characters in your real environment using augmented reality. Place and anchor elements to surfaces, then film from different angles with effects locked in place. Get a cinematic look with live color grading before recording.

**Highlights:** In-camera visual effects, Augmented reality placement of 3D objects, Anchor props to surfaces, Virtual backgrounds without green screen, Real-time scene preview, Live color grading (LUTs)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $29.99 | per year |


### Frame Grabber

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/frame-grabber-trueframe/id6759160406)

Extract perfect, high-resolution stills from videos and Live Photos with frame-by-frame precision. Save your best moments without compression, all within an intuitive interface. Unlock unlimited saves with a one-time purchase.

**Highlights:** Frame-by-frame video scrubbing, Extract stills from Live Photos, Original, full resolution export, Supports 4K, 8K, and 1080p, Intuitive and fast interface, Works with Photos app content

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited Access | $1.49 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 3D Filmmaker free?

3D Filmmaker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Frame Grabber free?

Frame Grabber is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, 3D Filmmaker or Frame Grabber?

Frame Grabber is rated higher. 3D Filmmaker averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Frame Grabber averages 5.0 from 6 ratings.

### Do 3D Filmmaker or Frame Grabber have ads?

Neither 3D Filmmaker nor Frame Grabber shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, 3D Filmmaker or Frame Grabber?

3D Filmmaker ships an update every 9 months, and Frame Grabber every 2 weeks. Most recently, 3D Filmmaker was updated on November 4, 2026 and Frame Grabber on November 5, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*