# i vs 3d Scanner App™

The clearest difference is rating: 3d Scanner App™ at 4.5 against i's 2.4. 3d Scanner App™ also leads on ratings volume (16K vs 32) and review sentiment (44% vs 26%). i's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. 3d Scanner App™ sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. i asks for nothing beyond the download.

3d Scanner App™ holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 3d Scanner App™ has 16K ratings behind it against 32, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 26% of i's written reviews are positive against 44% of 3d Scanner App™'s.

i ships an update every 2 months, 3d Scanner App™ monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | i | 3d Scanner App™ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.4 (32 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/i-spy-mini/id886018394/reviews) | **[4.5 (16K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/3d-scanner-app/id1419913995/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 32 | **16K** |
| Positive reviews | 25.9% of reviews | **44.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Size | 35 MB | 208 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [永忠 林](https://appshunter.io/developer/530041652) | [AI Photo Editor Lab SRL](https://appshunter.io/developer/1739825677) |

## What reviewers say

### i

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/i-spy-mini/id886018394)

Control a mini tank directly from your smartphone. Stream live video from the tank's camera and capture photos or videos for later review. This app allows for remote operation and visual monitoring of the device.

**Highlights:** Phone-controlled tank operation, Real-time video streaming, Video and photo recording, Review recorded media

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Works as intended
- 👍 Fun to use
- 👍 Good controls
- 👍 Durable product
- 👍 Easy to connect (for some)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes
- 🐛 Connection issues
- 🐛 App not working
- 🐛 Camera not working
- 🐛 Wi-Fi issues

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes frequently
- App crashes on launch
- App crashes when location is enabled
- Camera not working
- Wi-Fi connection unstable

**Requested features**

- Update app for compatibility
- Fix camera issues
- Improve Wi-Fi connection stability
- Allow dimming or switching off lights
- Speed upgrade and signal improvement


### 3d Scanner App™

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/3d-scanner-app/id1419913995)

Transform your device into a powerful 3D scanner using LIDAR or TrueDepth technology. Capture spaces and objects in full-color 3D, edit scans, and share them in various popular formats for professional workflows or personal projects.

**Highlights:** LIDAR and TrueDepth scanning, Full-color 3D capture, Multiple export formats (OBJ, GLTF, STL, etc.), Geo-referenced LAS export for GIS, On-device editing tools, Augmented reality viewing, Photo Mode for detailed models

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly premium | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly premium | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Yearly premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Yearly premium | $69.99 | per year |
| Yearly premium | $69.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Powerful scanning capabilities
- 👍 Easy to use and intuitive
- 🔒 Fully on-device processing
- 💡 Impressive free app with great features
- 🚀 Fast and efficient scanning

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes when using high-resolution mode
- 🐛 Difficulty scanning small objects
- 🐛 Occasional issues with texture rendering
- 🐛 Compatibility issues with older devices
- 🐛 Scans can have gaps or distortions

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when trying to texture or refine scans
- Scans sometimes become corrupted or lose data
- Issues with scanning in low light conditions

**Requested features**

- Add ability to retouch or edit scans
- Improve compatibility with CAD/3D software
- Introduce more customization options for scanning
- Provide better documentation and tutorials
- Add support for measuring distances and volumes


## Frequently asked questions

### Is i free?

i is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is 3d Scanner App™ free?

3d Scanner App™ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, i or 3d Scanner App™?

3d Scanner App™ is rated higher. i averages 2.4 out of 5 from 32 ratings, while 3d Scanner App™ averages 4.5 from 16K ratings.

### Do i or 3d Scanner App™ have ads?

3d Scanner App™ shows ads; i does not.

### Which is updated more often, i or 3d Scanner App™?

i ships an update every 2 months, and 3d Scanner App™ monthly. Most recently, i was updated on November 6, 2026 and 3d Scanner App™ on November 14, 2026.

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