Comparison

QMK vs PUWEI3D

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

Head to head
About

QMK

Features
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About

PUWEI3D

Features
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1. The PUWEI 3D APP integrates intelligent remote control, powerful AI modeling, vast model resources, and STEAM education adaptability. It requires no professional modeling knowledge, making it easier to bring 3D printing creativity to life, suitable for both home and educational settings. 2. Intelligent wireless control, making printing more convenient Support WiFi connection, allowing wireless control of 3D printing from both mobile phones and computers. The APP enables remote initiation of printing tasks and real-time monitoring of the entire printing process, providing peace of mind in tracking progress. It supports binding control for multiple devices, allowing one APP to manage multiple printers, offering flexible and efficient operation. 3. Super AI modeling, one-click transformation of creativity Unlock diverse AI modeling methods and bid farewell to complex operations: Text input directly generates 3D printable models, image upload quickly converts to 3D to restore creativity, children's simple hand-drawn sketches can also be accurately transformed into physical models, and photos can generate exclusive 3D cartoon images, making imagination easily come true. 4. Massive model resources, personalized creation at will Built-in 5000+ high-quality 3D model library, with about 7 updates per week, covering various needs such as creativity and education; supports secondary editing of models, allowing for free scaling, rotating, splicing, and hollowing to create exclusive models; provides building block-style, DIY, and other gamified modeling tools, making the modeling process fun and engaging. 5. Comprehensive functional compatibility, efficient and practical Compatible with stl format local file import and printing, meeting personalized printing needs; thoughtfully designed with print task management features, supporting historical record query, model collection, and orderly print management; deeply integrated with STEAM education, featuring built-in relevant models and tutorials, fostering practical skills and creative thinking.

Screenshots

QMK3 screens
PUWEI3D4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: QMK at none against PUWEI3D's 4. QMK also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). On price, update cadence, ads and device support 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. PUWEI3D sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. QMK asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
QMK versus PUWEI3D: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQMKPUWEI3D
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyFortnightlyFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size81 MB115 MB
Age rating4+17+
Developer容圆科技Beijing Puwei Longxiang Technology Development Co., Ltd.

In-app purchases

None

QMK

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

PUWEI3D

One-time4
  • AI service$2.99
  • Value Pack: 100 Credits$4.99
  • Pro Pack: 350 Credits$14.99
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  • Mega Pack: 800 Credits$34.99

Questions

Is QMK free?
QMK is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PUWEI3D free?
PUWEI3D is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do QMK or PUWEI3D have ads?
Neither QMK nor PUWEI3D shows ads.
Which is updated more often, QMK or PUWEI3D?
QMK ships an update fortnightly, and PUWEI3D fortnightly. Most recently, QMK was updated on October 18, 2026 and PUWEI3D on October 13, 2026.

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