Comparison

STL model scanner vs SnapGLB

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

Head to head
About

STL model scanner

Features
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This app scans real-world objects using your phone's camera, leveraging advanced LiDAR technology for high-precision 3D modeling and generating STL models for 3D printing. Users can easily export the generated STL files through Apple’s sharing feature or by connecting to a PC or Mac for further processing and 3D printing. As the app relies on LiDAR scanning technology, it is only supported on iPhone 12 Pro and later models, as well as iPad Pro 5th generation and later. Please note, this app is available through a paid subscription, and users must subscribe to access all features and enjoy the full 3D modeling and printing experience.

About

SnapGLB

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Turn real-world objects into shareable 3D models in minutes β€” right from your iPhone. SnapGLB uses your device's LiDAR sensor to capture detailed 3D scans of objects around you. The app processes everything on-device, converts your scan to the widely-used GLB format, and lets you share interactive 3D models with a single link. SCAN IN TWO MODES β€’ Free Scan β€” Walk around the object freely, capturing it from every angle with manual shutter control. β€’ Turntable Scan β€” Keep your phone steady while rotating the object on a platform. Choose manual or automatic timed capture. POWERFUL ON-DEVICE PROCESSING β€’ Photogrammetry reconstruction happens entirely on your iPhone β€” no cloud processing needed. β€’ High-quality 3D model generation using Apple's Object Capture technology. β€’ Automatic optimization with Draco mesh compression for smaller file sizes. EXPORT & SHARE β€’ Models are saved in both USDZ and GLB formats. β€’ Share a link that lets anyone view your 3D model in their browser. β€’ Place your scans in augmented reality with AR Quick Look. β€’ Download and use GLB files in Blender, Unity, Unreal Engine, or any 3D software. SNAPGLB PRO β€’ Free plan: 2 scans per day. β€’ Pro plan: Unlimited scans + online sharing with interactive 3D viewer. REQUIREMENTS β€’ iPhone or iPad with LiDAR sensor (iPhone 12 Pro and later, iPad Pro 2020 and later). β€’ iOS 17.0 or later. Available in 10 languages: English, Turkish, German, Spanish, French, Dutch, Japanese, Korean, Chinese (Simplified), and Portuguese. Terms of Use (EULA): https://backend.snapglb.mertcan.tr/terms Privacy Policy: https://backend.snapglb.mertcan.tr/privacy

Screenshots

STL model scanner4 screens
SnapGLB4 screens

Verdict

The call

STL model scanner and SnapGLB are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters β€” price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them β€” neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. STL model scanner sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and SnapGLB sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
STL model scanner versus SnapGLB: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSTL model scannerSnapGLB
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsβ€”
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad β€” better
Requires iOS18.017.0 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size15 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer婷 刘Mertcan NALBANTOGLU

In-app purchases

1 purchases

STL model scanner

One-time1
  • Available After Purchase$1.99
2 purchases

SnapGLB

Subscriptions2
  • SnapGLB Pro Monthly$9.991 Month
  • SnapGLB Pro Yearly$99.991 Year

Questions

Is STL model scanner free?
STL model scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SnapGLB free?
SnapGLB is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do STL model scanner or SnapGLB have ads?
Neither STL model scanner nor SnapGLB shows ads.

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