Hello there, This is about a Free 3d modeling mobile app for android and ios. Actually, you may be a busy person but you need to design a house plan or any design when you are free. Sometimes you can’t use your laptop or desktop. But sure I think you use your mobile phone. You might think there is any mobile app to make your model in 3D?
There are both paid and free versions are available in the google app store and ios. So there are facts that we should consider when we select a better application for our 3D design application for the mobile phone that we use.
My previous article was about the best free 3D modeling software. Here I am going to review the best of best apps that you can use for mobile phones as well as ios. Before you select an app you should consider the system requirements of your mobile. Most of the mobiles are now consist of good requirements. As well It should be compatible with your platform android or ios. Are you ready to pay or not that is another fact?
Before you select the app you should read the user review of each. There are some apps that allow use as a trial but do not allow to export images as well screenshots until you pay for it. In-vain your time isn’t it? Anyway, let’s see what are the best. Here I have researched 10 mobile apps for both android and ios.
Researched Criteria
01. Platform usage
02. Number of installations
03. Rated out of 5
04. No of ratings
- Table Explanation – First 5 3D Modeling apps are Android and Other 5 Apps are Ios.
| App Name | Ratings | Rated Out of 5 |
| Emb3D | 1622 | 4.2 |
| Sculipt+ | 2511 | 4.1 |
| Prisma3D | 4017 | 3.8 |
| Spacedraw | 5036 | 4.1 |
| 3DC.io | 6394 | 3.6 |
| Onshape 3D CAD | 95 | 3.5 |
| Putty 3D | 499 | 4.3 |
| uMake | 1400 | 4.1 |
| AutoCAD | 1820 | 4.2 |
| Sharper 3D | 6200 | 4.7 |
Free 3D Modeling Mobile App for Android
Android is the most famous mobile platform in the world. It is better to discuss this at the beginning.
01. Spacedraw (Recommended 3D Modeling Mobile App for Android)
Among the lots of 3d modeling mobile apps, Spacedraw is one of the best apps. It is with a real user-friendly interface and is very similar to the desktop app. This is not much complicated as well it has viewing / drawing & constructing / polygon & patch modeling / texturing / 3d-painting. To improve the performance it is with multi-touch and motion-sensors throughout. It is configured with many android systems. There are many features that will gain the experience of desktop modeling. You can check the features here.
| Rating out of 5 | 4.1/5 | Installations | 500000+ |
| Rated | 5036 | Size | 2.6MB |
| Updated | 2016-May-11 | Current Version | 1.3.3 |
| Required Android | 2.2 and Up | Offered By | Scalisoft |
02. Prisma3D
Prism3D is a full 3D modeling app that can be used in android with tools for Modeling, Animating, and Rendering. Prism3D is still in Beta. This app is with a great interface and it is easy to do the design very well for the user. It offers to export .obj file which is the most supported 3d file for every software. Include mesh modeling and rendering will give you a great experience and easy to edit at any time. The animation is also available for the user.
| Rating out of 5 | 3.8/5 | Installations | 500000+ |
| Rated | 4017 | Size | 38MB |
| Updated | 2019-Feb-12 | Current Version | 1.3.2 |
| Required Android | 4.3 and Up | Offered By | Prisma3D |
03. 3DC.io
Basic shapes such as a cube, sphere, cylinder, cone, are allowed to use in 3DC.io. Starting this you can create complex models as you need. As well you can build anything by simply moving, rotating, and scaling primitive objects. If you are new to this start with baby steps. I recommend picking a shape and manipulate it. Don’t decide to model your favorite sports car on your first go around. So use it and be creative.
It is with a black interface that is better for reducing eye stress of the user as well as painting and animations also available for the user.
| Rating out of 5 | 3.6/5 | Installations | 500000+ |
| Rated | 6394 | Size | 7.1MB |
| Updated | 2019-Nov-05 | Current Version | 1.3.2 |
| Required Android | 5.0 and Up | Offered By | 3D Creationist |
04. Emb3D model viewer
This is not a modeling app. This is only 3d model view. So you can view your 3d models.
Emb3D features the brand new Unlimit3D Technology, You can create hi-poly 3D models with tens of millions of triangles and per-vertex color can be rendered at full resolution on mobile devices. And with the new ZBrush-like MatCap material, modelers can get the feel of professional desktop and workstation tools, enjoying a smooth interactive experience even with movie production assets.
This is with several rendering styles like wireframe and transparent x-ray. It supports multiple file formats for gaming as well as 3D printing.
| Rating out of 5 | 4.2/5 | Installations | 100000+ |
| Rated | 1622 | Size | 34MB |
| Updated | 2019-Aug-29 | Current Version | 41 |
| Required Android | 5.0 and Up | Offered By | Transform and Lighting S.r.l |
05. Sculipt+
Sculpt+ is a digital Sculpting and Painting app. Above all are simple 3d modeling apps. But this is a sculpting app for android. It is with multiple sculpting tools: Standard, Clay, Smooth, Inflate, Move, Pull/Push, Trim, Flatten, Crease, Rotate. Base meshes Sphere, Cube, etc. Export as .obj and .stl import files as .obj. There was a way that could UV unwrap then texture paint would be awesome or even export it then do some touch-up and that stuff on blender then re-import it to texture paint even would be great, excellent though has pretty much everything that a person would need.
| Rating out of 5 | 4.1/5 | Installations | 500000+ |
| Rated | 2511 | Size | 34MB |
| Updated | 2019-Nov-01 | Current Version | 0.5.1a3 |
| Required Android | 4.1 and Up | Offered By | Endvoid |
Free 3d modeling mobile app for ios
Most apple apps are paid. So you had better think twice before buying that. The reason is your money. With Apple system requirements these apps are running very well and it helps to the great output of the model. These apps are very famous and easy to use. As well many people use these. It proves the rating of the apps.
06. AutoCAD
This is great software for every time for drafting and 3d modeling. But here we have DWG viewing and editing application, with easy-to-use drawing and drafting tools. View, markup, edit, and create DWG files on mobile devices – anytime, anywhere. Simplify your site visits with the most powerful CAD app and do real CAD work on the go. It offers free 7-day trial and Enjoys unrestricted access to all premium drawing, drafting, and editing tools. But after that, you have to pay.
| Rating out of 5 | 4.2/5 | Premium | 4.99$/Month |
| Rated | 1.8K | Size | 720.4MB |
| Updated | 2019-Dec-10 | Current Version | 3.2.1 |
| Compatibility | Requires iOS 11.0 or later | Offered By | Autodesk |
07. uMake
One of the professional 3D modeling app for IOS is uMake. Now with features as easy sketch planes, with an intuitive sketching experience; along with 3D tools such as Pull & push and easy complex surfaces creation, and viewing experience using Augmented Reality (AR) features – it is one of the most natural and most powerful 3D modeling and design apps available.
For the Pros out there, it all starts with a sketch. Create smooth and accurate vector-based curves and surfaces using NURBS. Then batch export all of your design files to IGES, STEP, OBJ, or STL file formats and continue working on other CAD and 3D Printing apps like Trimble SketchUp, Autodesk Fusion 360, SolidWorks, Procreate, Concepts, Autodesk Alias, Blender, Rhino, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator or Autodesk Maya, Autodesk 3DS Max, MeshMixer, Netfabb and more. Give even more depth to your designs with the Apple Pencil on your iPad.
| Rating out of 5 | 4.1/5 | Premium | 15.99$/Month |
| Rated | 1.4K | Size | 394.9MB |
| Updated | 2019-Dec-05 | Current Version | 5.0.3 |
| Compatibility | Requires iOS 11.2 or later | Offered By | UMake, Inc |
08. Onshape 3D CAD
Connect your on-shape account with I pad. And then Start to create edit, This can be used for both iPad and I phone. As well Onshape runs both ios and android. But mostly preferred with I pad. I pad pencil has many features for precise and speed modeling for the user. Applying pressure to Apple Pencil will zoom in and enlarge smaller features. According to the user review, there is a big difference when using the desktop and iPad for 3D modeling. There are so many new options for supporting the user. Check more with the link
| Rating out of 5 | 3.5/5 | Price | Free |
| Rated | 95 | Size | 35.8MB |
| Updated | 2019-Dec-03 | Current Version | 1.106.9821 |
| Compatibility | Requires iOS 11.0 or late | Offered By | Onshape Inc. |
09. Sharper 3D (Recommended 3d Modeling Mobile App for Ios)
As I believe it is a great idea to use these apps using ios. Because of its system requirements.
Shaper3D is one of the best 3D modeling software for ios. There is a demo version you can book link it and check whether it is a match for your design career. Draw anything using AutoCAD and then import it here. You can get the amazing 3d model of your design.Shapr3D is compatible with ALL major CAD software, like SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Fusion360, Rhino3D, CATIA, Inventor. You can import it from.STEP and.IGES files, and export to.STEP, .IGES and.STL which is compatible with other CAD solutions. Draw shapes, then transform them. Use freeform surfacing, sketch on faces, and chamfer edges in seconds.
| Rating out of 5 | 4.7/5 | Price | 31.99$/Month |
| Rated | 6200 | Size | 1.1GB |
| Updated | 2019-Dec-10 | Current Version | 3.29.1 |
| Compatibility | Requires iOS 11.0 or later | Offered By | Shapr 3D Zartkoruen Mukodo Reszvenytarsasag |
10. Putty 3D
Putty is the best 3D sketchbook for artists and enthusiasts on the go. Whether you’re on holiday, on the train, or just relaxing on the couch, Putty 3D is your perfect companion to design your idea any time anywhere. This is very good for sculpting
It uses the powerful graphics processor in your device to create a smooth and intuitive sculpting experience, exclusively on iOS. The built-in support for OBJ and STL export and then you can use these files for 3d printing.
| Rating out of 5 | 4.3/5 | Price | 4.99$/Month |
| Rated | 499 | Size | 12.5MB |
| Updated | 2019-Dec-10 | Current Version | 3.29.1 |
| Compatibility | Requires iOS 11.0 or later | Offered By | Nga Nguyen |
