Comparison

CLX Scan vs Scanner3D

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

Head to head
About

CLX Scan

Features
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CLX Scan is a high-precision 3D scanning app that transforms your iPhone or iPad into a professional-grade 3D scanner. It enables you to capture objects with exceptional accuracy and export them in STL, OBJ, and PLY formats. CLX Scan is perfect for designers, engineers, 3D artists, or hobbyists because it makes it easy to digitize physical objects and integrate them into your projects. You can get precise and industry-standard 3D models in seconds; no expensive equipment is required. Why CLX Scan? Precision Scanning: Capture every detail with LiDAR technology. Real-Time Preview: View your 3D scan instantly before exporting. Easy Sharing & Integration: Transfer files to CAD software, 3D printers, or cloud storage with ease. User-Friendly Interface: No learning curve, simple controls for smooth and efficient scanning. Fast, Efficient, and Mobile: Scan anywhere, anytime, with just your iPhone; no extra hardware is required. Save Time & Reduce Costs: Get precise digital models instantly, cutting down on manual modeling efforts. Scan, edit, and bring your ideas to lifeβ€”faster, easier, and with professional-quality results. Download CLX Scan now!

About

Scanner3D

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Scanner3D captures 3D point clouds using your iPhone's LiDAR sensor. Capture depth, RGB, camera pose, and confidence maps, then export scans as zip files for use in robotics, 3D printing, and visualization. Features: - Real-time depth heatmap preview at 60fps - Capture depth (256x192), RGB (1920x1440), intrinsics, and camera pose - Save and manage multiple scan sessions in the Library - Export scans as zip files via the Files app - ArUco marker generation for camera-to-robot calibration Requires iPhone 12 Pro or newer with LiDAR sensor.

Screenshots

CLX Scan4 screens
Scanner3D3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: CLX Scan at 13.0 against Scanner3D's 17.5. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 5 level
CLX Scan versus Scanner3D: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCLX ScanScanner3D
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyβ€”Every 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPod β€” betteriPhone
Requires iOS13.0 β€” better17.5
Further details β€” not scored
Size6 MB2 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperSalman AslamDanqing Zhang

In-app purchases

None

CLX Scan

No in-app purchases

None

Scanner3D

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CLX Scan free?
CLX Scan is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Scanner3D free?
Scanner3D is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do CLX Scan or Scanner3D have ads?
Neither CLX Scan nor Scanner3D shows ads.

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