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3Shape TRIOS vs TigerDental

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3Shape TRIOS

Dental

Digital Impression & CAD/CAM Workflow

From
$15000/one-time
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
TigerDental logo

TigerDental

Dental

Powerful Dental Software for Growing Practices

From
€29.9/unit
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; TigerDental accuFab-CEL 3D printer is currently out of stock
  • They diverge on capability: 3Shape TRIOS covers Intraoral scanning, TigerDental covers Appointment scheduling.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

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

Attributes where 3Shape TRIOS and TigerDental differ
Attribute3Shape TRIOSTigerDental
Starting price$15000/one-time€29.9/unit
PlatformsWindowsWeb, Ios, Android, Windows
Founded20002012

Identical on both: pricing model (one-time), 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 TigerDental

  • Appointment scheduling
  • Patient records
  • Clinical charting
  • Treatment planning
  • Patient communication
  • Billing and payments
  • Insurance claims
  • Team management

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 TigerDental
  • Sending digital scans to dental laboratories for restorations and alignersnot TigerDental
  • Recording and comparing patient scans over time for treatment planningnot TigerDental

TigerDental

  • Growing practicesnot 3Shape TRIOS
  • Multi-location coordinationnot 3Shape TRIOS
  • Treatment planningnot 3Shape TRIOS
  • Patient engagementnot 3Shape TRIOS
  • Revenue optimizationnot 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

TigerDental

  • AccuFab-CEL 3D printer is currently out of stock
  • Pricing displayed in EUR, primarily serving European market

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

TigerDental

€29.9/unit
  • Tiger Gel Clear$29.9/unit
    • Dental gel product
  • PowerScrew ohne Haltearme$82.5/unit
    • Dental screw product
    • 10% discount available for 10-pack orders
  • PowerScrew ohne Haltearme (High End)$675/unit
    • Premium dental screw product
  • AccuFab-CEL$4999/unit
    • 3D printer for dental applications
    • Currently out of stock

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 TigerDental if

  • You need appointment scheduling.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android, Windows.
  • You also want patient records.
TigerDental review

Questions people ask

Is 3Shape TRIOS or TigerDental better?
Neither clearly leads. 3Shape TRIOS starts at $15000/one-time and TigerDental at €29.9/unit, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, 3Shape TRIOS or TigerDental?
3Shape TRIOS starts at $15000/one-time and TigerDental at €29.9/unit.
Does 3Shape TRIOS or TigerDental run on more platforms?
3Shape TRIOS runs on Windows. TigerDental runs on Web, Ios, Android, Windows.
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 TigerDental is typically brought in for.
What can 3Shape TRIOS do that TigerDental cannot?
3Shape TRIOS covers Intraoral scanning, Digital impressions, Treatment simulation, Shade measurement. TigerDental covers Appointment scheduling, Patient records, Clinical charting, Treatment planning. 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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TigerDental: What is the starting price for TigerDental products?

TigerDental's lowest-priced product is Tiger Gel Clear at 29.90 EUR. Prices range up to 4,999 EUR for the AccuFab-CEL 3D printer.

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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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TigerDental: Are there volume discounts available?

Yes, the PowerScrew ohne Haltearme product offers a 10% discount (10% Rabatt) for 10-pack orders.

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TigerDental: What payment methods does TigerDental accept?

TigerDental accepts credit cards, digital wallets, and buy-now-pay-later services including Klarna. Pricing is displayed in EUR with regional variations available via country selector.

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