Comparison

Orbito3D vs 3D File Viewer

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

Head to head
About

Orbito3D

Features
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Orbito3D is a native iOS app for viewing and inspecting 3D mesh models. Features • Open STL models instantly • Import OBJ models with Mesh Render Pro • Pan zoom and rotate with smooth gestures • Solid and wireframe rendering modes • Metal powered performance • Automatic model centering and scaling • On device model library with fast thumbnails • Works fully offline Orbito3D Pro • Unlock OBJ import • Unlimited models • One time purchase Orbito3D is designed for engineers makers and 3D printing users who need a fast and reliable 3D mesh viewer on iPhone and iPad.

About

3D File Viewer

Quickly view and inspect 3D model files like STL, OBJ, and PLY. Offers a clean preview with gesture controls and detailed model information. Export images or different mesh formats for sharing.

Highlights
  • Preview STL, OBJ, 3MF, PLY, and ZIP files
  • Rotate, move, and scale models
  • Solid, edge, and transparent display modes
  • View presets (front, top, side, isometric)
  • Check model details (bounds, face count, volume)
  • Export PNG, OBJ, DAE, and DXF files
Features
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PrintPeek is a fast, private viewer for STL, OBJ, 3MF, PLY, and ZIP 3D model files. Open a model from Files, Mail, Safari, AirDrop, or the share sheet, then inspect it with a clean 3D preview. PrintPeek is designed for short maker workflows: preview the model, check the basic details, export a clean image or mesh format, and move on. Main features: - Preview STL, OBJ, 3MF, PLY, and supported models inside ZIP files - Rotate, move, and scale models with simple gestures - Switch between solid, edge, and transparent display modes - Use front, top, side, and isometric view presets - Check bounds, file size, face count, surface area, and volume - Export PNG previews, OBJ, DAE, and DXF files - Save PNG previews to Photos - Works locally with no account, ads, or cloud upload PrintPeek is intentionally focused. It is not a CAD editor, slicer, mesh repair tool, or printer control app. It is built for quickly checking and sharing 3D model files on iPhone and iPad. The free version opens smaller files. PrintPeek Pro is a one-time unlock for larger files and export features. ----- Terms of service: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Orbito3D4 screens
3D File Viewer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Orbito3D at daily against 3D File Viewer's every 5 weeks. 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Orbito3D sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and 3D File Viewer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Orbito3D ships an update daily, 3D File Viewer every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Orbito3D versus 3D File Viewer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOrbito3D3D File Viewer
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyDaily — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.517.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDamien HasenfratzJean Papke

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Orbito3D

One-time1
  • Orbito Pro$1.99
1 purchases

3D File Viewer

One-time1
  • PrintPeek Pro$3.99

Questions

Is Orbito3D free?
Orbito3D is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is 3D File Viewer free?
3D File Viewer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Orbito3D or 3D File Viewer have ads?
Neither Orbito3D nor 3D File Viewer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Orbito3D or 3D File Viewer?
Orbito3D ships an update daily, and 3D File Viewer every 5 weeks. Most recently, Orbito3D was updated on October 31, 2026 and 3D File Viewer on October 29, 2026.

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