Comparison

Quick3DModeling vs Protoboard Designer

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

Head to head
About

Quick3DModeling

Features
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Quick3DModeling is a parametric 3D modeler for printable parts designed for iOS and macOS. Quick3DModeling turns simple parametric shapes into editable, print-aware projects without hiding the solid-and-hole structure. KEY FEATURES: - Parametric primitives: Build with boxes, cylinders, spheres, cones, tubes, text, and other dimension-driven shapes. - Solid and Hole CSG: Add and subtract material with an explicit, non-destructive Boolean tree. - Templates and helpers: Start with stands, hooks, plates, clips, brackets, holes, nut traps, spacers, and cable channels. - Exact inspection: Edit size, position, rotation, color, clearance, fillet, chamfer, alignment, and workplanes. - Print Check: Review mesh validity, bed fit, build-plate position, walls, details, and export scope. - Project and mesh export: Keep editable .q3dm files and create 3MF, STL, or OBJ for downstream tools. PERFECT FOR: - Functional parts, brackets, holders, spacers, and simple enclosures - 3D-printing beginners who prefer exact dimensions over free-form sculpting - Reusable printable templates and hardware clearances - Projects that need editable sources plus slicer-ready mesh files GETTING STARTED: - Create a project from the Library or choose a Template. - Add a primitive or Print Helper from Shapes. - Select it in the viewport or Outliner and enter exact values in Inspector. - Use workplanes, snap, measurement, alignment, and Solid/Hole roles to assemble the model. - Run Print Check, resolve blocking findings, then export 3MF, STL, or OBJ. PRIVACY & SECURITY: - Projects and geometry are processed locally. - QuickLibrary accesses only locations you add. - Editable .q3dm projects, version snapshots, and exports remain under your control. - No account is required for core modeling. FREE AND PRO: - Start with a seven-day ad-free trial. - Free keeps the full feature set and may show mobile advertising or a daily desktop support reminder. - Quick3DModeling Pro removes ads and reminders through a yearly subscription or a one-time lifetime purchase. Terms of Use: https://kakitiro.com/quickapps/quick3dmodeling/terms/

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Protoboard Designer

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Go from circuit idea to production-ready Gerber file in minutes. No netlist. No learning curve. Just open the app and start building. Protoboard Designer is a WYSIWYG PCB layout editor for makers, hobbyists, students, and anyone who finds KiCad or Altium overwhelming. Place components, route copper traces, and export your board โ€” on your phone, tablet, or directly in your browser at protoboarddesigner.com. Available on iOS and Web โ€” your projects sync seamlessly across all your devices. KEY FEATURES โ€ข WYSIWYG PCB Layout โ€” what you place on screen is exactly what gets manufactured. No surprises at the fab house. โ€ข Gerber & PDF Export โ€” send production-ready Gerber files directly to any PCB fab, or export a PDF to etch your own board at home. โ€ข KiCad Footprint Import โ€” use the built-in component library, import KiCad footprints, or add any public GitHub repository as a footprint source. โ€ข Cloud Project Sync โ€” your boards are automatically backed up and synced across iOS and Web. Start on your phone, finish in the browser โ€” or vice versa. โ€ข No Netlist Required โ€” skip the schematic step entirely and jump straight to layout. PERFECT FOR โ€ข Makers and hobbyists designing perfboard, stripboard, or custom PCB layouts โ€ข Students learning electronics and circuit board design โ€ข Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and ESP32 tinkerers moving beyond breadboards โ€ข Anyone wanting to go from idea to fabrication without weeks of learning software WHY NOT KICAD OR ALTIUM? Traditional EDA tools are powerful โ€” but they're designed for professional engineers managing complex multi-layer boards. They take weeks to learn and are desktop-only. Protoboard Designer strips away everything you don't need for hobby and prototype work, so you can focus on building, not learning software. Try the web app for free at protoboarddesigner.com โ€” no install required. Or download now and sign in with Google to get started in seconds. No credit card required. Terms of Use (EULA): https://protoboarddesigner.com/terms-of-service.html Privacy Policy: https://protoboarddesigner.com/privacy-policy.html

Screenshots

Protoboard Designer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Protoboard Designer at none against Quick3DModeling's shown. Protoboard Designer also leads on device support (3 vs 1). Quick3DModeling's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. Quick3DModeling sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per year and Protoboard Designer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard3 real differences ยท 3 level
Quick3DModeling versus Protoboard Designer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQuick3DModelingProtoboard Designer
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyโ€”Every 5 days
AdsYesNo โ€” better
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad, iPod โ€” better
Requires iOS13.0 โ€” better15.0
Further details โ€” not scored
Size63 MB55 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKAZUHIRO KAKIMOTOProtoboard Designer Korlatolt Felelossegu Tarsasag

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Quick3DModeling

Subscriptions1
  • Pro - Annual$2.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro - Lifetime$12.99
2 purchases

Protoboard Designer

Subscriptions2
  • Maker$5.991 Month
  • Engineer$12.991 Month

Questions

Is Quick3DModeling free?
Quick3DModeling is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Protoboard Designer free?
Protoboard Designer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Quick3DModeling or Protoboard Designer have ads?
Quick3DModeling shows ads; Protoboard Designer does not.

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