# Makers Empire 3D - 3D Printing

> Learn to make 3D models with the world's EASIEST to use 3D design app!

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.makersempire.makersempire](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.makersempire.makersempire)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.makersempire.makersempire`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Makers Empire
- **Category:** EDUCATION
- **Downloads:** 551,257
- **Rating:** 3.57 / 5 (2,938 ratings)
- **Version:** 5.3.1
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-19
- **First published:** 2014-09-10
- **Publisher country:** AU
- **Size:** 180 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-22
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.makersempire.makersempire)
- **Website:** [http://makersempire.com](http://makersempire.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.makersempire.com/legal-privacy/](https://www.makersempire.com/legal-privacy/)

## Description

**Makers Empire 3D** is a user-friendly 3D design and printing app designed for learners of all ages, especially tailored for students through grade 10. It offers multiple design modules including Shaper, Blocker, and the new Advanced editor that bridges the gap to professional CAD tools, making 3D modeling accessible and engaging. Users can create unique avatars, participate in daily design challenges, and share their creations with over 3.3 million makers in more than 50 countries.

Educators benefit from curriculum-aligned lesson plans, challenge courses, and comprehensive classroom management and assessment tools, supporting STEM education and project-based learning. Makers Empire 3D is backed by credible educational research, certified for pedagogical quality, and endorsed by Common Sense Education. It also encourages creativity and critical thinking for parents supporting their children's growth. The platform is committed to being a force for good as a certified B Corporation™, continually improving through regular updates and bug fixes.

## Rankings

- #95,269 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.makersempire.makersempire.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.makersempire.makersempire.permission.C2D_MESSAGE`

## Review summary

Most reviewers praise Makers Empire 3D for being fun, engaging, and suitable for beginners with solid 3D design capabilities, but there are recurring technical issues. The most mentioned problems are download failures and various bugs affecting stability (crashes, random UI popups, and zoom/rotation glitches). Several users also request more creative options, such as additional colors and textures (including transparent glass) and simpler editing/transform tools. A few comments touch on onboarding and Wi-Fi/verification requirements. Despite issues, overall sentiment is positive with strong praise for its potential.

### Pros

- Fun and engaging to use; reviewers repeatedly say the app is enjoyable and addictive.
- Strong 3D design capabilities that allow creating many designs.
- Beginner-friendly and accessible for learning 3D art.
- Overall positive sentiment and high satisfaction across reviews.

### Cons

- Download issues prevent use (the app won't download).
- Bugs and instability (crashes, random popups, and zoom/rotation glitches).
- Requests for more colors/textures and easier editing/transform tools (need more color options and texture additions like transparent glass).

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.makersempire.makersempire)