TIANXUN vs Scanner3D
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
TIANXUN
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TIANXUN - Metal Detector Controller Turn your TIANXUN metal detector into a powerful treasure hunting companion. TIANXUN provides intuitive Bluetooth control and real-time feedback, making metal detecting more accessible and enjoyable for hobbyists everywhere. KEY FEATURES • Easy Bluetooth Connection - Instantly connect to your TIANXUN detector with a single tap • Full Parameter Control - Fine-tune sensitivity (1-50), discrimination (-90 to 90), ground balance (0-99), and more • Real-Time VDI Display - See target identification values and estimated depth instantly • Smart Target Classification - Automatically identifies iron, foil, rings, and coins based on VDI readings • Multiple Detection Modes - Switch between Normal, PinPointer (precision locating), and Auto Ground Balance modes • 7 Audio Tone Options - Customize sound feedback to match your preference • Depth Indicator - Visual depth gauge helps you know how deep to dig • Dark Mode Support - Comfortable viewing in any lighting condition PERFECT FOR • Treasure hunting enthusiasts • Beach combing hobbyists • Relic hunters • Coin shooting fans • Outdoor adventure seekers EASY TO USE 1. Power on your TIANXUN detector 2. Open TIANXUN and tap to connect 3. Adjust parameters to your environment 4. Start detecting and discover hidden treasures REQUIREMENTS • TIANXUN metal detector device • iPhone with Bluetooth 4.0 or later • iOS 13.0 or later Download TIANXUN today and take your metal detecting experience to the next level!
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.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: TIANXUN 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 · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | TIANXUN | Scanner3D |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | — | Every 2 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 17.5 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 24 MB | 2 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 春来 胡 | Danqing Zhang |
In-app purchases
TIANXUN
No in-app purchases
Scanner3D
No in-app purchases








