Is this 3D model free to download?

Yes, Sock Helper Mobility Aid is free to download from Thingiverse. Open it in the free Thinger app, or use the "Download from Thingiverse" link to open the original listing by the creator.

Where do I download the STL file?

The download is hosted by Thingiverse. Use the "Download from Thingiverse" link on this page to open the original listing and grab the file, or save it to your print queue in the free Thinger app.

Designed by ScottyMakesStuff, published on Thingiverse. Please credit the creator when sharing your print.

Can I print this at home?

Yes. This is a printable 3D model intended for home FDM and resin printers. Check the original listing for suggested print settings.

Sock Helper Mobility Aid 3D printable model by ScottyMakesStuff

Sock Helper Mobility Aid

Source: Thingiverse by ScottyMakesStuff

The Sock Helper Mobility Aid is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by ScottyMakesStuff. UPDATE: After some use we've refined the design some more and it now works even better! I'll post a short 'how to' video soon. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.

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956 saves Source: Thingiverse Updated 2026-10-16 License: CC-BY · commercial OK 10 makes Category: Home & Organization

Tags: assistance, assistive, AssistiveTech, assistive device, assistive technology, disabilities, disability, disable, disabled, elderly, Helper, mobility, mobility tool, Sock, socks

About this model

UPDATE: After some use we've refined the design some more and it now works even better! I'll post a short 'how to' video soon. Doing simple things that many able-bodied people take for granted can be a source of anxiety and depression for the elderly or disabled. My elderly Aunt has tried a number of devices to help her do the simple act of putting socks on and off but hasn't found anything that worked well or was affordable so she asked me to design something for her. I didn't realise she was struggling so much. I suggest you consider asking this question as you also might be unaware of someone you care about struggling like this too. So I took a few ideas and combined them and made some improvements and ended up with the 'Sock Helper'. My printer is down waiting for repair parts to arriv…

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3D model free to download?: Yes. Sock Helper Mobility Aid is free to download from Thingiverse. Open it in the free Thinger app, or use the "Download from Thingiverse" link above to open the original listing.
Where is the STL hosted?: The download is hosted by Thingiverse, not by Thinger. We link you directly to the original listing by ScottyMakesStuff.
Who made this model?: Designed by ScottyMakesStuff, published on Thingiverse. Please credit the creator when sharing your print online.
Can I print this at home?: Yes. This model is intended for home FDM and resin 3D printers. Check the original listing for suggested print settings like layer height and supports.