# Scanner vs JMStudio

Scanner and JMStudio both sit at 1.8 stars, but that hides the real split: 37% of Scanner's written reviews are positive against 5% of JMStudio's. Scanner also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). JMStudio's advantage is ratings volume (25 vs 5). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 1.8 for Scanner against 1.8 for JMStudio. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: JMStudio has 25 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 37% of Scanner's written reviews are positive against 5% of JMStudio's.

Scanner ships an update monthly, JMStudio every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and July 16, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Scanner | JMStudio |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.8 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scanner-structure-sdk/id891169722/reviews) | **[1.8 (25 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jmstudio/id6448431905/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 5 | **25** |
| Positive reviews | **36.7% of reviews** | 5.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 28 MB | 39 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [XRPro, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1642756687) | [Shenzhen Jimuyida Science Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1299583300) |

## What reviewers say

### Scanner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scanner-structure-sdk/id891169722)

Capture 3D models of objects and people using a compatible sensor accessory. Easily scan subjects by walking around them with your device. Export captured models in OBJ format via email for further use.

**Highlights:** 3D model capture, Object and person scanning, Structure Sensor accessory integration, OBJ format export, Email sharing

**In-app purchases:** none


### JMStudio

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jmstudio/id6448431905)

This app facilitates 3D data acquisition using compatible 3D scanning devices. It allows real-time preview of scanning status, control over the scanning process, and easy management and export of captured data to a desktop application for further processing.

**Highlights:** Real-time 3D data preview, Start/stop scanning control, Device binding and calibration, Scan data management and export, In-app user manual

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Scanner free?

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

### Is JMStudio free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Scanner or JMStudio?

JMStudio is rated higher. Scanner averages 1.8 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while JMStudio averages 1.8 from 25 ratings.

### Do Scanner or JMStudio have ads?

Neither Scanner nor JMStudio shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Scanner or JMStudio?

Scanner ships an update monthly, and JMStudio every 2 months. Most recently, Scanner was updated on September 19, 2026 and JMStudio on July 16, 2026.

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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.*