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3Shape TRIOS vs Planet DDS

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3Shape TRIOS

Dental

Digital Impression & CAD/CAM Workflow

From
$15000/one-time
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Planet DDS logo

Planet DDS

Dental

Next-Generation Dental Practice Management

From
$199/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: 3Shape TRIOS 3Shape publishes no price for TRIOS scanners or software; quotes come from 3Shape or a local reseller; Planet DDS no pricing published on website; uses consultative sales model
  • They diverge on capability: 3Shape TRIOS covers Intraoral scanning, Planet DDS covers Cloud-based scheduling.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which 3Shape TRIOS and Planet DDS actually diverge.

Attributes where 3Shape TRIOS and Planet DDS differ
Attribute3Shape TRIOSPlanet DDS
Starting price$15000/one-time$199/month
Pricing modelone-timesubscription
PlatformsWindowsWeb, Ios, Android
Founded20002015

Identical on both: free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Dental).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in 3Shape TRIOS

  • Intraoral scanning
  • Digital impressions
  • Treatment simulation
  • Shade measurement
  • Lab connectivity
  • Implant planning
  • Orthodontic integration
  • Patient engagement tools

Only in Planet DDS

  • Cloud-based scheduling
  • Digital charting
  • Patient portal
  • Imaging integration
  • Treatment planning
  • Mobile app
  • Insurance management
  • Analytics dashboard

Both cover

  • HIPAA Compliant
  • Cloud deployment

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

3Shape TRIOS

  • Taking digital intraoral impressions in place of physical traysnot Planet DDS
  • Sending digital scans to dental laboratories for restorations and alignersnot Planet DDS
  • Recording and comparing patient scans over time for treatment planningnot Planet DDS

Planet DDS

  • Dental practice management softwarenot 3Shape TRIOS
  • Appointment scheduling for dental officesnot 3Shape TRIOS
  • Patient records and billing managementnot 3Shape TRIOS

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

3Shape TRIOS

  • 3Shape publishes no price for TRIOS scanners or software; quotes come from 3Shape or a local reseller
  • The software is tied to buying 3Shape TRIOS scanner hardware
  • TRIOS Care, the premium service plan with extended warranty, is included only for the first year of ownership and is a paid subscription after that

Planet DDS

  • No pricing published on website; uses consultative sales model
  • Website mentions predictable monthly subscription rate but does not specify costs
  • Pricing customized based on practice size and needs

Pricing, plan by plan

3Shape TRIOS

$15000/one-time
  • TRIOS Essential$15000/one-time
    • Intraoral scanning
    • Digital impressions
    • Lab connectivity
  • TRIOS Premium$25000/one-time
    • Everything in Essential
    • Treatment simulation
    • Shade measurement
  • TRIOS Care$199/month
    • Extended warranty
    • Software updates
    • Priority support

Planet DDS

$199/month
  • Starter$199/month
    • Scheduling
    • Patient portal
    • Basic charting
  • Growth$349/month
    • Advanced scheduling
    • Complete charting
    • Imaging integration

Which should you pick?

Choose 3Shape TRIOS if

  • You need intraoral scanning.
  • You work on Windows.
  • You also want digital impressions.
3Shape TRIOS review

Choose Planet DDS if

  • You need cloud-based scheduling.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android.
  • You also want digital charting.
Planet DDS review

Questions people ask

Is 3Shape TRIOS or Planet DDS better?
Neither clearly leads. 3Shape TRIOS starts at $15000/one-time and Planet DDS at $199/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, 3Shape TRIOS or Planet DDS?
3Shape TRIOS starts at $15000/one-time and Planet DDS at $199/month.
Does 3Shape TRIOS or Planet DDS run on more platforms?
3Shape TRIOS runs on Windows. Planet DDS runs on Web, Ios, Android.
What is 3Shape TRIOS best used for?
3Shape TRIOS is most often used for taking digital intraoral impressions in place of physical trays, sending digital scans to dental laboratories for restorations and aligners, recording and comparing patient scans over time for treatment planning. Of those, taking digital intraoral impressions in place of physical trays and sending digital scans to dental laboratories for restorations and aligners are not what Planet DDS is typically brought in for.
What can 3Shape TRIOS do that Planet DDS cannot?
3Shape TRIOS covers Intraoral scanning, Digital impressions, Treatment simulation, Shade measurement. Planet DDS covers Cloud-based scheduling, Digital charting, Patient portal, Imaging integration. Both handle HIPAA Compliant, Cloud deployment.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

3Shape TRIOS: What licensing options does 3Shape TRIOS offer?

3Shape TRIOS offers flexibility between full-service subscription options or no-subscription purchases. TRIOS Care is the premium service plan included in the first year, providing extra coverage and extended warranty.

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Planet DDS: How much does Planet DDS cost?

Planet DDS does not publish specific pricing on its website. The company offers a predictable monthly subscription model but requires direct contact to receive personalized pricing based on practice size and needs.

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3Shape TRIOS: How do I get a TRIOS pricing quote?

Pricing is customized per region and reseller. Contact your local 3Shape reseller or visit 3Shape directly using the online shop feature to request a quote.

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Planet DDS: How can I get a Planet DDS price quote?

You can request a demo at planetdds.com/book-a-demo/, call their sales team at 800-861-5098, or contact them through their contact page to discuss pricing options.

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