# 3D Scratchpad vs Proton 4D

The clearest difference is ads: 3D Scratchpad at none against Proton 4D's shown. 3D Scratchpad also leads on review sentiment (19% vs 0%). Proton 4D's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 18.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. 3D Scratchpad sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Proton 4D sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 2.7 for 3D Scratchpad against 2.6 for Proton 4D. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 12 and 5 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 19% of 3D Scratchpad's written reviews are positive against 0% of Proton 4D's.

## The numbers

| Metric | 3D Scratchpad | Proton 4D |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[2.7 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/3d-scratchpad/id957422439/reviews)** | [2.6 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/proton-4d-3d-maker-and-editor/id1660821384/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **12** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | **18.5% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 15 months | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 7 MB | 104 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Engineered Stuff](https://appshunter.io/developer/383720996) | [MELIORAPPS INTERACTIVE, SRL](https://appshunter.io/developer/1579240957) |

## What reviewers say

### 3D Scratchpad

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/3d-scratchpad/id957422439)

Create 3D models with a user-friendly design tool. Freehand draw in 3D using primitive shapes and gestures. Manipulate objects with augmented reality and share your creations as .usdz files.

**Highlights:** Freehand 3D drawing, Primitive solid shapes, Intuitive gestures, Augmented reality manipulation, Share as .usdz files

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| One Month Subscription | $1.99 | per month |
| Six Month Subscription | $6.99 | per 6 months |
| One Year Subscription | $9.99 | per year |


### Proton 4D

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/proton-4d-3d-maker-and-editor/id1660821384)

Create and edit 3D models with intuitive tools and advanced shading. Seamlessly import and export files for use in other applications or 3D printing. Design characters, buildings, and landscapes with ease.

**Highlights:** Intuitive 3D modeling and sculpting, Import/export Minecraft GEO Model and OBJ files, Advanced shading and material application, Environment and camera features for scene creation, Support for game design and architectural visualization

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 3D Art Model Render Weekly | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| 3D Art Model Pro Render Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| 2D, 3D, 4D Models Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| 2D, 3D, 4D Pro Models Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| 3D Animation Drawing Yearly | $99.99 | per year |
| 3D ProAnimation Drawing Yearly | $149.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 3D Scratchpad free?

3D Scratchpad is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Proton 4D free?

Proton 4D is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, 3D Scratchpad or Proton 4D?

3D Scratchpad is rated higher. 3D Scratchpad averages 2.7 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while Proton 4D averages 2.6 from 5 ratings.

### Do 3D Scratchpad or Proton 4D have ads?

Proton 4D shows ads; 3D Scratchpad does not.

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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.*