Comparison

STL Workshop vs STL Viewer

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

Head to head
About

STL Workshop

This application allows users to view, edit, and prepare 3D models for printing. It supports various import and export formats, offers detailed analysis tools, and includes automatic repair functions. Users can also preview print times and costs.

Highlights
  • Import STL, OBJ, PLY, 3MF, USDZ
  • Multiple render modes
  • Interactive section cut and layer preview
  • Full diagnostics and measurements
  • Automatic model repair
  • Scale, rotate, mirror, and hollowing
  • Export to STL, OBJ, USDZ, AR
Features
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STL Workshop is a 3D model viewer and editor built for 3D printing. IMPORT • STL (binary, ASCII, colors), OBJ, PLY, 3MF, USDZ • From Files, Mail, AirDrop — open any model in seconds VIEW • 7 render modes: shaded, edges, wireframe, x-ray, normals, overhangs, wall thickness • Interactive section cut, layer preview, exploded view • Studio and HDR lighting, realistic materials ANALYZE • Full diagnostics: watertightness, manifold topology, normals, shells • Dimensions, volume, surface, weight and cost by material and infill • Estimated print time, bed stability, center of gravity • Precise measurements: distance, angle, diameter PREPARE • Automatic repair: filled holes, fixed normals, removed debris • Auto-orientation minimizing overhangs on import • Scale, rotate, mirror, lay flat, automatic base • Hollowing with drain holes (resin), drilling and booleans, embossed or engraved 3D text • Grid duplication, predefined printer beds EXPORT • STL, OBJ, USDZ and augmented reality (AR Quick Look) • HD transparent captures, 360° GIF • Direct upload to OctoPrint or WebDAV servers • Siri Shortcuts: convert to USDZ, repair an STL Units in millimeters. No ads, no data collection.

About

STL Viewer

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Open an STL file on your iPhone or iPad to inspect the model in 3D. Rotate, zoom and move around it, or switch to a standard view. You can preview your first imported file for free before subscribing. STL Viewer Pro • Import more models and keep them in a library on your device. • Check the overall X, Y and Z dimensions. • Choose the source units and convert measurements between millimeters, centimeters, meters, inches and feet. • Share an image of the model with its overall dimensions. Opening and viewing files Open ASCII or binary STL files from Files or the system Open In menu. Show the mesh edges, switch to front, back, left, right, top or bottom views, and fit the model to the screen. The app supports files up to 50 MB and 1 million triangles. Your files STL Viewer displays and measures models on your device. It has no accounts or ads, does not upload models and leaves your original files unchanged. STL files do not contain units, so you need to choose the units used to export the file. Measurements describe the model's axis-aligned bounding box. The app does not edit CAD files, slice models or check printability. Subscriptions Pro has monthly and yearly plans that renew automatically. Apple charges your Apple Account. To stop renewal, cancel at least 24 hours before the current period ends. Manage or cancel your subscription in App Store settings. If you already subscribe, you can restore purchases. Privacy: https://stlviewer.vovaluka.com/privacy Terms: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

STL Workshop4 screens
STL Viewer3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: STL Workshop at none against STL Viewer's 2. STL Workshop also leads on iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). On price, ads 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. STL Viewer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. STL Workshop asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 6 level
STL Workshop versus STL Viewer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSTL WorkshopSTL Viewer
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDentagramVladimir Lukashov

In-app purchases

None

STL Workshop

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

STL Viewer

Subscriptions2
  • STL Viewer Pro Monthly$3.991 Month
  • STL Viewer Pro Yearly$24.991 Year

Questions

Is STL Workshop free?
STL Workshop is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is STL Viewer free?
STL Viewer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do STL Workshop or STL Viewer have ads?
Neither STL Workshop nor STL Viewer shows ads.

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