Comparison

Scanner vs 3D Object & Room Scanner

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

Head to head
About

Scanner

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
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This app is made for the Structure Sensor accessory. If you do not have a Structure Sensor accessory, please visit http://structure.io to learn more. Capture objects in 3D with your Structure Sensor. This simple and easy to use application allows you to capture 3D models of objects and people by simply walking around them with your iPad and the Structure Sensor accessory. Captured objects can be sent via email (uses OBJ format). Download the new "Structure Sensor Calibrator" app for best color results.

About

3D Object & Room Scanner

Capture real-world objects and spaces in 3D using your device's LiDAR sensor. View scans in AR, export them in various formats, and sync them across devices. Ideal for hobbyists, designers, and anyone interested in 3D modeling and augmented reality.

Highlights
  • 3D scanning of objects and spaces
  • AR viewing of scans
  • Export in USDZ, STL, PLY, ABC, OBJ
  • Video capture of 3D models
  • iCloud Sync for models
  • Requires LiDAR-enabled iPhone/iPad
Features
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This app requires a Pro iPhone/iPad with a LiDAR sensor to function, such as iPhone 12 Pro or later. This is your go-to app for capturing everything in 3D, right from your iPhone. Using the latest from Apple's AR tech, it's all about making 3D scanning as straightforward as snapping a photo. Want to digitize your living room, create a 3D model of your favorite mug, or maybe design a custom game level with objects from the real world? We've got you covered. Please note: The exporting function of the app are is available for subscribers Here's what you can do: – Scan anything, from trinkets to entire spaces, and see it all in 3D. – Peek at your scans in AR to get a real feel of how they stand in space. – Exporting? Easy. Choose from formats like USDZ, STL, PLY, ABC or OBJ, ready to use in other projects and 3D printing. – Grab a video of your 3D model to show off on social media. Yep, it's that simple. – iCloud Sync: Your 3D models always in sync with your devices. This app is perfect for everyone from hobbyists playing around with 3D printing, designers looking for an easy way to capture real-world objects, to friends just wanting to have fun and explore AR. So, give "3D Scanner" a try, and let's start scanning the world together, one object at a time. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Scanner1 screens
3D Object & Room Scanner4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: 3D Object & Room Scanner at 4.3 against Scanner's 1.8. 3D Object & Room Scanner also leads on ratings volume (27 vs 5). Scanner's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On price, review sentiment, update cadence 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. 3D Object & Room Scanner sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Scanner asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

3D Object & Room Scanner holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 1.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 3D Object & Room Scanner has 27 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 37% and 36% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Scanner ships an update monthly, 3D Object & Room Scanner every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Scanner versus 3D Object & Room Scanner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScanner3D Object & Room Scanner
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.8 (5 ratings)4.3 (27 ratings) — better
Positive reviews36.7% of reviews — better36.4% of reviews
Number of ratings527 — better
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size28 MB40 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperXRPro, LLCNicolo Stanciu

Customer experience

Scanner

All ratings5 ratings
Positive20.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative80.0%
Written reviews30 reviews
Positive36.7%
Neutral3.3%
Negative60.0%

3D Object & Room Scanner

All ratings27 ratings
Positive85.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative14.8%
Written reviews11 reviews
Positive36.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative63.6%

In-app purchases

None

Scanner

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

3D Object & Room Scanner

Subscriptions2
  • Unlimited Monthly3 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • Unlimited Yearly3 Days trial$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Unlimited Lifetime$19.99

Questions

Is Scanner free?
Scanner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is 3D Object & Room Scanner free?
3D Object & Room Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Scanner or 3D Object & Room Scanner?
3D Object & Room Scanner is rated higher. Scanner averages 1.8 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while 3D Object & Room Scanner averages 4.3 from 27 ratings.
Do Scanner or 3D Object & Room Scanner have ads?
3D Object & Room Scanner shows ads; Scanner does not.
Which is updated more often, Scanner or 3D Object & Room Scanner?
Scanner ships an update monthly, and 3D Object & Room Scanner every 6 weeks. Most recently, Scanner was updated on September 28, 2026 and 3D Object & Room Scanner on October 13, 2026.

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