Comparison

Orbito3D vs Ad

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.

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Ad

Features
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Open a 3D model and understand it before you print. Ad-free STL Viewer combines a fast mobile model viewer with practical checks for 3D printing. Inspect the real mesh, keep supported materials and textures, measure exact points, examine cross-sections and create a focused PDF report for review or repair. PRINT CHECK • Check open, invalid and reversed faces • Find non-manifold edges and surface intersections • Highlight thin walls, branches, narrow holes and gaps • Compare the model with your configured printer volume • Review grouped issue regions with focused camera views INSPECT AND PREPARE • Measure between real mesh vertices with precise point snapping • View cross-sections along the X, Y or Z axis • Compare automatic orientations for stable contact or lower print height • Switch between flat polygons, smooth shading and wireframe • Preserve supported original colors, materials and textures SHARE RESULTS • Create a zoomable PDF report • Include up to six focused issue views • Share the report or save it to Files • Export an STL copy after supported scale or orientation changes 18 SUPPORTED FORMATS STL, OBJ, 3MF, PLY, 3DS, FBX, ASE, DXF, glTF, GLB, DAE, ABC, SCN, USD, USDZ, USDC, USDA and STEP/STP. Try ten model opens for free. Unlock unlimited use with one purchase. No ads and no subscription. Print Check provides general geometric guidance. Final printability also depends on the material, printer, slicer profile and process settings.

Screenshots

Orbito3D4 screens
Ad4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Orbito3D at daily against Ad's every 6 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 Ad 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, Ad every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
Orbito3D versus Ad: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOrbito3DAd
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyDaily — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.517.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB59 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDamien HasenfratzTibor Vereczi

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Orbito3D

One-time1
  • Orbito Pro$1.99
1 purchases

Ad

One-time1
  • Full Version Unlock$3.99

Questions

Is Orbito3D free?
Orbito3D is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Ad free?
Ad is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Orbito3D or Ad have ads?
Neither Orbito3D nor Ad shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Orbito3D or Ad?
Orbito3D ships an update daily, and Ad every 6 weeks. Most recently, Orbito3D was updated on October 31, 2026 and Ad on November 5, 2026.

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