Best Mobile Apps for 3D Printing

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Since 3D printing is becoming increasingly popular, there are now numerous mobile apps to aid enthusiasts in their endeavours. So in this blog we are going to take a look at some of the top 3D printing apps for mobile devices.

Printoid for OctoPrint


Printoid is the most powerful remote app for your OctoPrint-controlled 3D printers on Android devices such as (smartphones, tablets, and ChromeBook). Never before has it been so easy to run your 3D printers as it is now. Printoid is reliable, stable, and works well with the newest versions of this amazing software because it has the best support for all of OctoPrint's features.


Printoid gives you a full native experience by making the most of your device to give you all the tools you need to monitor, manage, and adjust your 3D printer(s). You can use a single application to run as many OctoPrint servers as you want. Also, Printoid PREMIUM includes Printoid Hub, which lets you see the status of all your servers on the same screen.

Download Here: Printoid

Mobileraker


With Mobileraker, app users can use their phones as an interface for Klipper, a 3D printer. With Mobileraker, you can manage numerous aspects of your printer, such as the temperature of the print bed and the transmission of G-code macros. To further improve your printing experience, this app also supports push notifications from your mobile device. Mobileraker includes a webcam viewer that can be used to keep an eye on your machines remotely.

 
Mobileraker has received a lot of praise from users for being easy to learn and use. The app's developer, Patrick Schmidt, is readily available to address users' questions and concerns and maintains the app's GitHub page, which is a great resource. If you're looking for a way to streamline your remote printer control, look no further than this free app.

Download Here: Mobileraker

Polymer

Polymer provides a straightforward method for managing your OctoPrint printer from  your mobile device. The app has a simple interface that makes it easy to track print progress, initiate print jobs, and perform other printer management tasks from anywhere.


This app not only lets you view the G-code of the current print (iPad only), but it also lets you monitor the printer's status, control the printer, and stream the camera. There is a Pro version for advanced users that allows for multiple printers, user-defined commands, OctoPrint system commands, and power supply management.

Download Here: Polymer

OctoPod 

If you own an iOS device and want a replacement for Printoid, OctoPod is your best bet. OctoPod's core features are comparable to Printoid's, but if you're an Apple user, you'll have access to many more options.


Like Printoid, the app's main page or iOS widgets allow for complete manual control, including access to motors, heaters, fans, and lights. You can view your print on your Apple TV and save it to iCloud. What's more, you can use Siri with your 3D printer thanks to this app. With Siri's assistance, you can initiate or terminate a task, adjust the temperature, and operate your Palette multicolor accessory.

Download Here: OctoPod

3D Fox

With this useful app, available on Android only, monitoring and controlling your printer via G-code is a simple, streamlined process. If your printer supports wireless or Bluetooth connections, you can send it commands from anywhere in the house. The app's developer claims to have used a RepRap Prusa i3 and an Arduino Mega 2560 loaded with Marlin firmware during development, but it should be compatible with a wide range of hardware and software setups.

 
In addition to the standard printing controls, you can also select files from the SD card or upload them directly from your device (up to 2 MB for the free version) and print them. Users also say it's useful for trying out different 3D printer features, and the fact that the developer answers questions via email is a nice bonus. In addition, this app allows you to manage multiple printers at once, making it a true "all-in-one" option. Keep in mind that a USB OTG-enabled Android device, a Wi-Fi module (if you're connecting via Wi-Fi), or a Bluetooth module (if you're connecting via Bluetooth) is required for 3D Fox to function.

Download Here: 3D Fox

Obico

Camera-based print failure detection is at the core of the Obico's OctoPrint Remote Access, formerly known as The Spaghetti Detective and before that, Octoprint Anywhere. If you already have OctoPrint connected to your printer, you can add this to it. It's incredibly straightforward to set up and start using as an OctoPrint extension.


Getting started with your OctoPrint and Obico requires nothing more than installing the plugin and creating an account with both services. OK, that settles it. Once set up, you can check for signs of failure in your prints at any time. In addition to spotting print errors, Obico gives you remote access, monitoring, and control of your OctoPrint-enabled 3D printer.

Download Here: Obico

Polycam

Polycam is one of the best 3D scanning apps available. The app can take full-color 3D scans of objects and environments using cameras and Lidar sensors. The Lidar sensors required by Polycam are only found in the iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max, as well as the iPad Pro 2020 (and later).


Scan in stunning detail in a matter of seconds with the help of Polycam's lightning-fast and precise colorization engine. This app can measure dimensions to within a few centimeters because the scans are so precise. The app also includes tools for resizing, cropping, and overlaying your scans in augmented reality. The point cloud from a Lidar sensor, as well as STL and OBJ, can be exported. Additionally, scans can be sent directly to Sketchfab.

Download Here: Polycam

PrintARise

If you haven't printed a 3D object before, it can be difficult to imagine how big or small it will be. Depending on the complexity of the model, it may be difficult to get an accurate sense of the size of the final printout.

The PrintARise app solves this issue by letting you visualize how your models will look next to the real thing. It employs augmented reality, using the camera on your device to create the illusion of a 3D object in its surroundings. After selecting a model, you can have the app scan a flat surface to project it onto. Before actually printing, you can get a better sense of scale by comparing the model's dimensions to those of real-world objects.
The app serves as a library of 3D printable files, letting you peruse and choose designs from Cults, MyMiniFactory, and Thingiverse.

Download Here: PrintARise

Thinger

Are you fed up with having to search through multiple repositories to find the material you need for your next printing project? If this describes you, you should download the Thinger app. When looking for a specific file, it can help save a significant amount of time.


Thinger is a website that collects 3D models from all over the internet, including sites such as Thingiverse, Yeggi, and various RepRap Facebook groups. You are able to create your own list and share it with others, download and send STL files, and even view the number of times a model has been liked or saved.

Download Here: Thinger

Putty 3D

CAD programs such as Shapr3D and Onshape are fantastic for modeling mechanical assemblies; however, modeling organic shapes such as the human body is significantly more challenging. Apps that allow you to sculpt in 3D fill this need. Putty 3D is a fantastic app with a ton of features that you can use to sculpt your 3D models. Putty 3D has a user-friendly control scheme that lets you use your fingers (or an Apple Pencil), and it takes advantage of the pressure-sensitive 3D touch that is available on many iOS devices. This creates a powerful experience that is difficult to replicate on a computer without additional peripherals.


After you're finished sculpting, you can take advantage of Putty 3D's material rendering feature to give your model the appearance of being made of a variety of materials (such as ceramics, plastics, or metals), each of which has its own distinct qualities. Because STL and OBJ exports are available, it is simple to go from the sculpting stage to the printing stage. The organic forms that Putty 3D does so well with lend themselves particularly well to the process of 3D printing with resin.

Download Here: Putty 3D



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