Comparison

STL Workshop vs Gcode Viewer & Simulator

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

Gcode Viewer & Simulator

Features
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Open any gcode file and see exactly what your 3D printer will print — before you start. Gcode Viewer renders the complete toolpath in 3D: rotate, zoom and pan the model, scrub through every layer, and measure real distances in millimetres. WHAT YOU CAN DO • Open gcode from your slicer, Files, iCloud or a share sheet • View the print in 3D — top, front, side and ISO • Scrub the layer slider to check the print builds correctly • Measure distances and the print height • See print time, filament weight and cost estimates • Follow a running print layer by layer Built for makers who want to check a file before committing filament and time. SUBSCRIPTION Opening your own files requires a subscription. The bundled sample model is free to view. • Pro Weekly — full access, billed every week • Pro Monthly — full access, billed every month • Pro Yearly — full access, billed once a year Subscriptions renew automatically. Cancel anytime in your App Store settings. Terms: https://codigitalsolutions.com/terms Privacy: https://codigitalsolutions.com/privacy

Screenshots

STL Workshop4 screens
Gcode Viewer & Simulator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: STL Workshop at none against Gcode Viewer & Simulator's 3. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Gcode Viewer & Simulator sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. STL Workshop asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 7 level
STL Workshop versus Gcode Viewer & Simulator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSTL WorkshopGcode Viewer & Simulator
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB38 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDentagramCODIGITAL SOLUTIONS

In-app purchases

None

STL Workshop

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Gcode Viewer & Simulator

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly$2.997 Days
  • Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Yearly$29.991 Year

Questions

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

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