Comparison

Meshy AI vs Toonbead

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

Head to head
About

Meshy AI

Easily transform photos or text descriptions into 3D printable models. This AI-powered tool requires no prior 3D modeling experience and automatically repairs models for printing. Explore and share creations with a global community.

Highlights
  • Photo to 3D model generation
  • Text to 3D model generation
  • Automatic printability check and repair
  • AR preview for models
  • Export in multiple 3D formats (STL, 3MF, GLB, etc.)
  • Community library of 3D models
Features
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Meshy AI — the easiest way to create 3D models from photos and text. Bring your ideas to life, and into your hands. Snap a photo, upload a sketch, or describe your idea. Meshy AI generates a fully textured 3D model, built for 3D printing — no desktop software, no 3D modeling experience required. Trusted by over 10 million creators worldwide. CREATE Photo to 3D - Point your camera at anything, or upload any image, and Meshy's image to 3D engine turns it into a detailed 3D model. Works with real-world objects, product photos, hand-drawn sketches, and more. Text to 3D - No reference image? Describe your concept in words. Meshy AI generates a reference image first, then turns it into a 3D model automatically. Powered by Meshy 7, our most advanced AI 3D generation engine. HOW IT WORKS 1. Snap a photo or type an idea. 2. Meshy AI generates your 3D model in seconds. 3. Preview it in AR and let AI repair any printing issues. 4. Export STL, 3MF for print — or download GLB, FBX, OBJ and more. MAKE IT PRINTABLE AI-generated models often need cleanup before they can print. Meshy AI handles that for you, automatically: Printability Check - every model is automatically analyzed for printing issues before you hit print. AI Repair - one tap fixes broken meshes, thin walls, and geometry errors. No manual cleanup, no desktop tools. AR Preview - place your model in the real world at true scale and see exactly how the finished print will look on your desk. EXPLORE Discover a growing library of print-ready 3D models shared by creators around the world. Browse trending content and explore curated channels. Save what inspires you. Remix and build on other creators' work. Share your own creations with the community. VIEW, EXPORT, AND PRINT Rotate, zoom, and inspect every model with intuitive gesture controls. Every export format is clearly labeled, so you always know which file your printer or project needs. Export in industry-standard formats, including STL, 3MF, GLB, FBX, OBJ, USDZ and Blend. When you’re ready, send your model straight into your 3D printing workflow. YOUR ASSETS, EVERYWHERE Every model you create is saved to your Meshy account and synced across web and mobile. Access your full 3D library from anywhere, anytime. GET STARTED Sign up and receive complimentary credits to start generating 3D models right away. No purchase is required to create an account or use the included free credits. Whether you're a 3D printing enthusiast, a game artist, a hobbyist, a student, or simply someone with an idea worth making real, Meshy AI puts a complete 3D creation studio in your pocket. MESHY PRO Want to create more with Meshy? Upgrade to Meshy Pro, a paid subscription that provides additional generation credits and access to Pro features. Available subscription plans, benefits, billing periods, and prices are displayed in the app before purchase. If you choose to purchase Meshy Pro, payment will be charged to your Apple Account. Your subscription automatically renews unless auto-renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. You can manage or cancel your subscription at any time in your App Store account settings after purchase. Join more than 10 million creators. Start building in 3D today. Privacy Policy: https://www.meshy.ai/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Toonbead

Features
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Turn a favorite photo into fuse bead art you can actually build. Toonbead converts your photo into a clear bead pattern directly on your device. Use the complete Basic flow privately and offline, or sign in and optionally simplify the photo into clean AI artwork first. Choose a practical project size and color count, review the boards and materials you will need, then follow the pattern bead by bead. CREATE FROM A PHOTO Start with a portrait, pet, gift idea, or another favorite image. Basic pattern creation runs locally with no account or upload required. OPTIONAL AI ARTWORK Sign in for 3 free AI generations and turn a busy photo into simpler, bead-friendly artwork before conversion. Choose Pet Icon, Cute Portrait, Clean Cartoon, Retro Pixel, Pop Poster, or describe a custom direction. A compressed copy is uploaded only after you tap the AI action; pattern building and material counts still run on your device. ADD GENERATIONS WHEN YOU NEED THEM Buy a one-time Apple In-App Purchase for 10, 30, or 100 AI generations. There is no subscription or automatic renewal. The signed-in account balance works on Toonbead for iPhone and on the web. PLAN BEFORE YOU BUILD See the grid size, board layout, total bead count, color breakdown, and material quantities before placing the first bead. BROWSE 649 OFFLINE PATTERNS Search and filter 649 exact templates, including 500 single-board patterns and 149 detailed nine-board designs. Open a full numbered map, review build tips, save the exact grid as a local project, and start Crafting Mode without regenerating the pattern. EXPLORE THE STUDIO GALLERY Switch to 20 original Toonbead Studio artworks and their finished 58 × 58 bead grids. Compare the artwork and pattern, filter by style, share a gallery link, or use any artwork as the starting point for a new local draft—even offline. CRAFT THE FULL PATTERN Open the complete pattern at once. Pinch to zoom, drag to pan, focus by color, and mark beads as you place them. Progress remains saved on your device for offline use. KEEP PROJECTS ON YOUR DEVICE Save drafts and in-progress crafts locally. Your source photo and project do not need to leave your device. EXPORT WHEN YOU ARE READY Share a printable multi-page PDF, pattern PNG, and counted materials CSV. PDFs include an overview, complete numbered map, board-by-board pages, and a material key. Toonbead is made for personal fuse bead crafts, pet portraits, keepsakes, and handmade gifts. It is an independent tool and is not affiliated with or endorsed by any bead manufacturer.

Screenshots

Meshy AI4 screens
Toonbead4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Toonbead at every 5 days against Meshy AI's every 2 weeks. Meshy AI's advantage is chart position (#103 vs unranked). 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. Meshy AI sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month and Toonbead sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Meshy AI ships an update every 2 weeks, Toonbead every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 9 level
Meshy AI versus Toonbead: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMeshy AIToonbead
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (160 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews46.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings160 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#103 — better—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS16.4 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size94 MB20 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperMeshy LLC恒 丛

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Meshy AI

Subscriptions2
  • Meshy Pro Monthly Plan1 Month trial$19.991 Month
  • Meshy Pro Yearly Plan1 Year trial$239.991 Year
3 purchases

Toonbead

One-time3
  • 10 AI Generations$1.99
  • 30 AI Generations$4.99
  • 100 AI Generations$12.99

Questions

Is Meshy AI free?
Meshy AI is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Toonbead free?
Toonbead is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Meshy AI or Toonbead have ads?
Neither Meshy AI nor Toonbead shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Meshy AI or Toonbead?
Meshy AI ships an update every 2 weeks, and Toonbead every 5 days. Most recently, Meshy AI was updated on October 19, 2026 and Toonbead on October 13, 2026.

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