Comparison

Animatoon vs 3D Model

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

Head to head
About

Animatoon

Create and animate 3D voxel characters with an intuitive workflow. Model characters, pose them with keyframes and onion skinning, and export animations for use in other 3D software. Includes a built-in renderer and a library of animations and models.

Highlights
  • Voxel character modeling
  • Keyframe animation with onion skinning
  • Reusable animation clips
  • Built-in renderer with soft shadows and HDR lighting
  • Export to GLTF and FBX
  • Import VOX files from Magicavoxel
  • Gesture-driven controls
Features
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Anima Toon is a unique 3d modelling and animation program for creating and animating voxel characters easily. Model and animate a 3D character with keyframes using onion skin guides in order to pose your characters. Create and save clips of your animations to reuse and modify on other characters. Modify the character and then seamlessly switch back and forth with the animation scene. The built in renderer allows you to preview your character in modelling and animation modes with soft shadows and HDR lighting. Create infinite varieties of characters (including four legged animals )based on the character templates included along with access to a library of animations and models such as walks, runs, idles, fights etc. The timeline allows you to copy, paste and delete keyframes along with simple navigation to zoom in and out of frames. The intuitive rig controllers have smart manipulator guides to accurately pose and animate your characters. Gesture driven controls allow frame operations to be done with speed and precision. Export your 3D animations as .GLTF and .FBX files so you can import them in popular packages such as Blender, Maya, Unreal and Unity 3d. Import .VOX files from Magicavoxel to seamlessly add backgrounds to your character animations. *Non-linear character animation and 3d modelling workflow *Infinite variations based on inbuilt rigs and library animations *Export as .GLTF runtime animations to use in Blender, Maya, 3dsMax,Unity 3D etc *Save animations as clips to reuse and share animations *MP4 export for quick renders and sharing *Import .VOX files from your favourite voxel creation packages such as Magicavoxel *Import and export scenes for collaborative workflow *Audio functionality: Import .MP3 and .WAV ,Scrub in timeline and export out with MP4 *Demos and tutorials for learning are bundled inside the app *Apple Pencil support for modelling and painting in 3D *Ambient Occlusion mode for previewing renders in realtime *Dozens of in-built library characters *Reusable animations for basic walks, runs, attacks, idles etc... Designed for animators, by animators Anima Toon can be used by beginners and pros to create 3D character animations intuitively and easily. Anima Toon has been created by Appy Monkeys, an award winning app developer with 10 years of experience in creating fun and intuitive creativity apps with over 10 million downloads on the App store and recipient of various awards such as Children's Tech Review and Purdue University's guide for STEM apps Animatoon Home Page: https://www.animatoon.org/ Animatoon Demo Videos: https://www.animatoon.org/videos.html

About

3D Model

Transform images or text descriptions into detailed 3D models using advanced AI. This app offers an intuitive interface for creating and saving 3D assets quickly, suitable for both beginners and experienced creators.

Highlights
  • Generate 3D models from images
  • Create 3D models from text descriptions
  • Advanced AI for accurate model creation
  • View and save generated 3D models
  • Intuitive iOS design
Features
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3D Model – AI Model Generator makes creating 3D content simple and accessible using advanced AI technology. Users can generate detailed 3D models by uploading an image or by describing an object using text, transforming ideas and visuals into structured 3D assets within minutes. The app is designed with a clean, intuitive interface to support both beginners and experienced creators. Created for designers, developers, and hobbyists, 3D Model – AI Model Generator focuses on efficiency, accuracy, and ease of use. All features are presented in a professional, privacy-conscious manner and follow Apple’s App Store guidelines. Whether starting from an image or a text prompt, the app provides a streamlined way to explore and create 3D models directly on iOS devices. Functionality : - Generate 3D models by uploading an image. - Create 3D models from text descriptions using AI. - Advanced AI technology for accurate model creation. - View generated 3D models directly within the app. - Save generated 3D models for later use. - Simple and intuitive design optimized for iOS. Users need to purchase premium subscription of the app to generate photos and access all the premium features of the app. https://appsatrubylakhani.blogspot.com/2024/08/ruby-lakhanis-privacy-policy.html https://appsatrubylakhani.blogspot.com/2024/08/terms-of-use.html

Screenshots

Animatoon4 screens
3D Model4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Animatoon at 43% against 3D Model's 0%. Animatoon also leads on rating (3.1 vs 2.3) and ads (none vs shown). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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. Animatoon sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and 3D Model sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Animatoon holds the better App Store score, 3.1 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Animatoon has 405 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 43% of Animatoon's written reviews are positive against 0% of 3D Model's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Animatoon ships an update every 2 months, 3D Model every 8 months. Both last shipped on October 11, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Animatoon versus 3D Model: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAnimatoon3D Model
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.1 (405 ratings) — better2.3 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews43.4% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings405 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 8 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size294 MB104 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperArjun GupteRuby Lakhani

Customer experience

Animatoon

All ratings405 ratings
Positive47.4%
Neutral9.1%
Negative43.5%
Written reviews152 reviews
Positive43.4%
Neutral15.8%
Negative40.8%

3D Model

All ratings3 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

Animatoon

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Difficulty posing characters
  • Animations not saving properly
  • Frequent freezing issues

Requested features

4 requests
  • More free character models
  • Ability to import custom models
  • Expanded animation tools
  • Better camera controls

3D Model

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Animatoon

One-time2
  • Discount to Unlock Pro$3.99
  • Upgrade to Pro$9.99
4 purchases

3D Model

Subscriptions2
  • 3d modeler one week$4.997 Days
  • 3d modeler one year$29.991 Year
One-time2
  • 3d modeler 200 credits$14.99
  • 3d modeler 400 credits$29.99

Questions

Is Animatoon free?
Animatoon is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is 3D Model free?
3D Model is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Animatoon or 3D Model?
Animatoon is rated higher. Animatoon averages 3.1 out of 5 from 405 ratings, while 3D Model averages 2.3 from 3 ratings.
Do Animatoon or 3D Model have ads?
3D Model shows ads; Animatoon does not.
Which is updated more often, Animatoon or 3D Model?
Animatoon ships an update every 2 months, and 3D Model every 8 months. Most recently, Animatoon was updated on October 11, 2026 and 3D Model on October 11, 2026.

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