# Paper vs 3D Paint

The clearest difference is price: 3D Paint at Free against Paper's $6.99. 3D Paint also leads on iOS requirement (18.0 vs 26.4). Paper's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3). On rating, ratings volume, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

3D Paint is free to download; Paper costs $6.99 up front. 3D Paint sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Paper asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Paper against 5.0 for 3D Paint. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Paper | 3D Paint |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $6.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/paper-3d-drawing-studio/id6765533141/reviews) | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/3d-paint-draw-in-3d/id6796659632/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2** | 1 |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | — |
| Monetization | **Paid** | Subscription |
| Size | 3 MB | 3 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.4 | **18.0** |
| Devices | iPad | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Imran Gul](https://appshunter.io/developer/1445508793) | [Do Anh](https://appshunter.io/developer/646231301) |

## What reviewers say

### Paper

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/paper-3d-drawing-studio/id6765533141)

Create intricate 3D models with a tactile, paper-art feel. This app offers unparalleled spatial freedom, allowing you to draw directly into 3D space without a canvas. Sculpt complex shapes using intuitive tools and realistic materials.

**Highlights:** Zero-canvas 3D drawing, Intuitive OmniJoystick control, Tactile drawing and geometry tools, Realistic material library, Cinematic lighting presets, Professional export options (USDZ, OBJ)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### 3D Paint

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/3d-paint-draw-in-3d/id6796659632)

Create immersive 3D artwork with a powerful yet intuitive drawing studio. Sketch naturally, refine strokes with professional tools, and apply realistic materials and lighting. Perfect for artists, designers, and hobbyists looking to bring their imagination into three dimensions.

**Highlights:** Draw directly in 3D space, Editable 3D brush strokes, Professional brush library, Apple Pencil support, Unlimited layers, Realistic materials and PBR textures, 3D animation and AR preview

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 3D Paint Pro Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| 3D Paint Pro Yearly | $34.99 | per year |
| 3D Paint Lifetime | $49.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Paper free?

Paper costs $6.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is 3D Paint free?

3D Paint is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Paper or 3D Paint?

Paper and 3D Paint are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 2 and 1 ratings respectively.

### Do Paper or 3D Paint have ads?

Neither Paper nor 3D Paint shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*