Thinking of building a 3D product viewer app for Shopify, what do you think?

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Topic summary

A software developer with Shopify app experience is proposing a new app concept that would automatically convert 2D product photos into interactive 3D models for product pages.

Key Features:

  • No 3D modeling skills required from merchants
  • Simple installation and one-click generation process
  • Creates an interactive “3D showroom” experience directly on product pages

Current Status:
The developer is seeking community feedback on whether Shopify merchants would find this tool valuable before proceeding with development. The discussion remains open with no responses yet.

Summarized with AI on October 25. AI used: claude-sonnet-4-5-20250929.
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Hi guys, I’m a software developer who recently started exploring the Shopify ecosystem. I already have some experience building Shopify apps, and I’m now working on a new idea that I’d really love your feedback on.

I’m thinking about creating an app that automatically turns 2D product photos into interactive 3D models, basically a simple “3D showroom kit” for product pages. The idea is that merchants wouldn’t need any 3D skills: they just install the app, click Generate 3D, and the product page becomes a 3D experience right away.

Do you think Shopify merchants would be interested in something like this?
Would love to hear your honest thoughts or ideas!

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Hi @alproviste

Yes, merchants would definitely be interested. The idea of easily turning 2D photos into interactive 3D models without needing special skills is a strong selling point because it can boost conversions and engagement.

However, its success hinges on tackling a few key challenges: ensuring the generated 3D models are high-quality and accurate, making sure they don’t significantly slow down page load speed, clarifying how many/what kind of photos are needed, and offering it at a reasonable price.

If you can nail the quality and performance, it could be a very popular app.