Comparison

PhotoForge 3D Capture vs Clarvis AI

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

PhotoForge 3D Capture

Transform photos into realistic 3D models for printing, AR, games, or design. No uploads or tech expertise needed, just your smartphone. Create 3D replicas for practical uses or creative projects.

Highlights
  • Convert photos to 3D models
  • Augmented reality previews
  • 3D printing compatible
  • Game and illustration asset creation
  • AR product showcases
  • LiDAR precision scanning
  • Multiple export formats (USDZ, STL, OBJ)
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14 day free trial! Imagine snapping a few photos and making anything come to life in 3D. With PhotoForge 3D Capture, you can turn ordinary photos into stunningly realistic 3D objects. The possibilities are limitless: Print a perfect three-dimensional physical replica. Drop an object into the real world via augmented reality. Effortlessly create 3D models for games or illustrations. Enhance graphic designs with realistic 3D elements. Add interactive, rotatable products and content to an online store. No tech expertise or uploads required, just your smartphone, your imagination, and PhotoForge 3D Capture. Whether you're an artist, game designer, product developer, architect, or hobbyist, PhotoForge 3D Capture adapts to your workflow and empowers you with the magic of photogrammetry. Practical Uses • Showcase Your Products in AR - Quickly create lifelike augmented reality experiences so customers can explore your art, furniture, or products right in their own space—no showroom needed. • Replace Hard-to-Find Parts - Easily scan and 3D-print replacement parts for home repairs or custom projects—saving you time, money, and frustration. • Bring Reality into Your Games - Capture real-world places and textures to create immersive, realistic environments for game designs. • Rapid Production & Prototyping - Quickly scan a sample item and generate perfect digital replicas ready for production runs or rapid prototyping, streamlining your entire workflow. • Make Your VR & XR Creations Realistic - Capture physical objects and seamlessly bring them into your virtual reality worlds or XR experiences, impressing clients and audiences with unmatched authenticity. • DIY Fun with 3D Printing - Turn anything from quirky decor to a collectable into a personalized 3D-printed creation. • Preview Items Before Buying - Out shopping for home decor? Scan an item and instantly preview it in your home or share it with someone else for approval, ensuring it’s the perfect fit before purchase. Advanced Features • Easy, On-the-Go Capture - Scan objects anywhere using your iPhone, quickly review them, then refine them using PhotoForge 3D Studio on your Mac, whether at home, in a workshop, or on location. • Private & Secure Workflow - Your images and scans stay secure, with no cloud uploading. Work confidently, knowing you have complete control over your creations. • LiDAR Precision - Easily capture detailed, accurate 3D models directly on your LiDAR-enabled iPhone, ensuring precise dimensions and realistic textures. • Seamless Mac Integration - Effortlessly scan directly to your Mac (or upload later) for detailed refinements with PhotoForge 3D Studio. Adjust scale, position, rotation, and remove unwanted artifacts with intuitive desktop tools. • Multiple Output Formats - Export your creations in the formats you need most (USDZ, STL, OBJ) for AR, 3D printing, virtual reality, gaming, and more. • Instant Feedback with AR Previews - View your creations instantly in AR on your iPhone, making edits fast and easy, so your projects always look exactly how you want them. Monthly and yearly subscriptions available. Contact: https://www.photoforge3d.com/contact Support: https://www.photoforge3d.com/faqs Privacy Policy: https://www.photoforge3d.com/capture-privacy-policy Terms and Conditions: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ *LiDAR-equipped iPhone strongly recommended for optimum accuracy and realism.

About

Clarvis AI

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Clarvis AI is the perfect tool to get started with 3D printing, or to finally use your 3D printer that's been gathering dust for years. HOW IT WORKS 1. Capture a video or picture explaining to Clarvis what you want to create. 2. Clarvis will create the 3D model 3. Send it to your 3D printer directly from the app! --- IDEA 3D IN MINUTES • Capture a video or a picture explaining what you need • Get a detailed 3D model ready for printing BUILT-IN SLICER • Adjust size, rotation, and strength settings • Slice your models directly in the app SEAMLESS PRINTER INTEGRATION • Connect directly to your 3D printer in the same WIFI network • Start, pause, and monitor prints from your phone PROJECT MANAGEMENT • Access your full project history • Share 3D models and G-code files Clarvis AI uses a credit system for AI processing. All new users get 100 free credits to start with. Refer your friends and earn 100 extra credits after their first purchase. Questions or feedback? Contact us at support@clarv.is Terms of Use: https://www.clarv.is/terms

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: PhotoForge 3D Capture at 2 against Clarvis AI's —. On price, in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. PhotoForge 3D Capture sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month and Clarvis AI sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
PhotoForge 3D Capture versus Clarvis AI: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPhotoForge 3D CaptureClarvis AI
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsNo—
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — better—
Requires iOS17.4 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size211 MB8 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEidria, Inc.makermate OU

In-app purchases

2 purchases

PhotoForge 3D Capture

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription14 Days trial$14.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription14 Days trial$149.991 Year
3 purchases

Clarvis AI

Subscriptions3
  • 300 Monthly Clarvis AI Credits$8.991 Month
  • 1000 Monthly Clarvis AI Credits$19.991 Month
  • 3000 Monthly Clarvis AI Credits$29.991 Month

Questions

Is PhotoForge 3D Capture free?
PhotoForge 3D Capture is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Clarvis AI free?
Clarvis AI is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

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