Comparison

STL File Viewer Pro vs ProxMan

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

Head to head
About

STL File Viewer Pro

Easily view, rotate, and inspect 3D STL files on your iPhone or iPad. Load models instantly from various sources for 3D printing, design review, or engineering inspection.

Highlights
  • Instant STL file loading
  • Full 360° rotation and zoom
  • Sharp detail rendering
  • Light and dark mode support
  • Lightweight and fast performance
  • Open files from Files, email, AirDrop
Features
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View, Rotate & Inspect Your 3D STL Files with Ease! Open any STL file in seconds — no sign-up, no clutter, just your 3D model ready to explore. STL File Viewer lets you load, rotate, zoom, and inspect 3D STL files directly on your iPhone or iPad. Built for speed, it handles everything from small parts to complex models smoothly. Whether you're reviewing jewelry CAD files before production, checking 3D print files for errors, or inspecting engineering designs on the go — this is the fastest way to view STL files on iOS. WHAT YOU GET: Instant file loading — open STL files from Files, email, AirDrop, or any app Full 360° control — rotate, zoom, and pan with intuitive touch gestures Measure STL file distance between 2 points Estimate STL File Weight in different materials Sharp detail rendering Light & dark mode — comfortable viewing anywhere Lightweight & fast — no bloat, no lag BUILT FOR: - 3D printing enthusiasts previewing files before printing - Jewelry designers reviewing CAD models - Engineers and architects inspecting parts on the go - Students and hobbyists exploring 3D models No account required. Just open and view using our simple STL Viewer App. Download now and see your CAD files the way they're meant to be seen. Terms of Service: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

ProxMan

Manage Proxmox VE, Backup Server, and Datacenter from your mobile device. Monitor server performance, control virtual machines and containers, manage backups, and access terminals remotely.

Highlights
  • Complete server monitoring
  • VM and container management
  • Proxmox Backup Server integration
  • Firewall and network configuration
  • Terminal and VNC access
  • Push notifications for critical events
Features
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ProxMan: Lightweight Proxmox VE, Backup Server & Datacenter Manager in Your Pocket Take control of your Proxmox infrastructure from anywhere with ProxMan – the most comprehensive app for managing Proxmox Virtual Environment (PVE), Proxmox Backup Server (PBS), and Proxmox Datacenter Manager (PDM). Whether you're an IT professional, system administrator, or homelab enthusiast, ProxMan delivers the tools to monitor and manage your virtual environments on the go. Key Features: • Complete Server Monitoring Real-time CPU, RAM, disk and network statistics Historical performance charts Live dashboard with CPU and RAM for every node Storage usage visualization • Datacenter Overview Cluster, quorum and node status on one screen Cluster-wide CPU, RAM and storage, plus HA, Ceph and recent tasks • Virtual Machine & Container Management View, start, stop, and reboot VMs and LXC containers Modify resource allocations and configurations Create VMs and LXC containers with full configuration options Clone, snapshot, back up and restore guests Migrate VMs and containers between cluster nodes Pull container templates directly from OCI Registries • Firewall, Network & Wake-on-LAN Manage firewall rules, IP sets, aliases and options for the datacenter, nodes and guests Edit node networks (bridges, bonds, VLANs) and DNS, then apply or revert Wake offline nodes through your cluster or straight from your phone • Backup Server Integration Full Proxmox Backup Server management Monitor backup jobs and task status Datastore management with usage metrics and capacity forecast Navigate Nested Datastore Namespaces Run sync, verify, prune and garbage collection jobs Create and edit backup jobs with scheduling and retention policies • Datacenter Manager (PDM) Manage all your Proxmox clusters and backup servers in one place Fleet-wide dashboard with health, guests, tasks, and performance charts Start, stop, and monitor guests across every server from a single screen Magic Link: jump from any PDM remote into its full native management screen • Terminal & VNC Access Terminal access to nodes and containers that reconnects automatically Integrated VNC console for virtual machines Keyboard toolbar with Esc, Ctrl, Tab, arrows, and paste • Storage & Content Management View storage pool details Browse and manage ISOs, templates, and backups • Push Notifications Real-time alerts for critical events, backup results, system updates and replication status • Multi-Node & Multi-Datacenter Manage multiple Proxmox servers seamlessly Drag and drop to reorder your servers Home screen widgets to monitor your servers at a glance • Authentication & Connectivity OpenID Connect providers like Authentik and Keycloak Passkey and Single Sign-On through a secure system browser API Token support and Custom HTTP Headers for advanced proxy setups ProxMan puts the full power of Proxmox in your pocket with an elegant dark-themed interface designed for mobile. Whether you need to check on server health, reboot a VM, restore a backup, or oversee your entire datacenter, ProxMan gives you the tools you need with just a few taps. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://proxman.app/privacy Note: This app requires an existing Proxmox VE (version 7.0+), Proxmox Backup Server, and/or Proxmox Datacenter Manager installation. Proxmox® is a registered trademark of Proxmox Server Solutions GmbH. ProxMan is not affiliated with Proxmox Server Solutions GmbH.

Screenshots

STL File Viewer Pro3 screens
ProxMan4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: ProxMan at 81% against STL File Viewer Pro's 10%. ProxMan also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (4.8 vs 4.5). STL File Viewer Pro's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 weeks). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. STL File Viewer Pro sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and ProxMan sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ProxMan holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 83 and 97 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 10% of STL File Viewer Pro's written reviews are positive against 81% of ProxMan's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

STL File Viewer Pro ships an update fortnightly, ProxMan every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
STL File Viewer Pro versus ProxMan: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSTL File Viewer ProProxMan
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (83 ratings)4.8 (97 ratings) — better
Positive reviews10.0% of reviews81.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings8397 — better
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
Best chart rank#28 — better#31
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.616.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB60 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAndeesh Mehdi SyedRoutecore LLC

Customer experience

STL File Viewer Pro

All ratings65 ratings
Positive86.2%
Neutral1.5%
Negative12.3%
Written reviews10 reviews
Positive10.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative90.0%

ProxMan

All ratings97 ratings
Positive93.8%
Neutral2.1%
Negative4.1%
Written reviews32 reviews
Positive81.3%
Neutral3.1%
Negative15.6%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

STL File Viewer Pro

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly3 Days trial$1.997 Days
  • Monthly3 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • Ad Free for 1 Year3 Days trial$24.991 Year
3 purchases

ProxMan

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly$0.991 Month
  • Premium Annually14 Days trial$4.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium Lifetime$9.99

Questions

Is STL File Viewer Pro free?
STL File Viewer Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ProxMan free?
ProxMan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, STL File Viewer Pro or ProxMan?
ProxMan is rated higher. STL File Viewer Pro averages 4.5 out of 5 from 83 ratings, while ProxMan averages 4.8 from 97 ratings.
Do STL File Viewer Pro or ProxMan have ads?
STL File Viewer Pro shows ads; ProxMan does not.
Which is updated more often, STL File Viewer Pro or ProxMan?
STL File Viewer Pro ships an update fortnightly, and ProxMan every 5 weeks. Most recently, STL File Viewer Pro was updated on November 9, 2026 and ProxMan on November 8, 2026.
Which is more popular, STL File Viewer Pro or ProxMan?
STL File Viewer Pro currently peaks at #28 in the App Store charts, and ProxMan at #31. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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