10 Best Apps Like ARium for iPhone (2026)

Whether you want more options like ARium or a completely different take on the same concept, our curated list of 10+ similar apps has you covered. Updated for 2026 with the latest ratings and comparisons.

Top Alternatives to ARium

Reality Augmented (VR) by Magnitude LLC

VR Camera

Editor's Choice

🎬 Entertainment

4.3😐(446 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

Transform your surroundings into a stereoscopic augmented reality experience. Apply immersive filters and view your world through an iOS device and VR headset. Record and play back filtered videos in VR.

What We Love

👍 Amazing AR experience
🚀 Great filters and effects
💡 Lets you film from VR headset
🔒 Robust security features

Room to Improve

🐛 Glitchy in-app purchases
🔋 Drains battery quickly
💸 Paywall for many features
🤖 Unreliable playback

iVRy by Ian Dean

Mobile VR Headset for your PC

Strong Contender

🎬 Entertainment

3.9😊(150 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

Transform your iPhone into a PC VR headset for SteamVR. Play PC VR titles without an expensive headset by connecting your iPhone via USB or Wi-Fi. Enjoy customizable quality and performance options for an immersive experience.

What We Love

🚀 Excellent value for affordable VR experience
👍 Easy setup and installation process
🎮 Works seamlessly with SteamVR games
📱 USB wired connection with low latency
⚙️ Highly customizable settings (resolution, quality, tracking rate)
🔄 Responsive and helpful developer support
📊 Good head tracking performance
💪 Works on budget PCs with lower specs
🎯 Simple plug-and-play functionality
✨ Smooth performance when properly configured

Room to Improve

🐛 Frequent disconnection issues (WiFi and USB)
🐛 App crashes after 5 minutes in free version
🐛 Screen flickering and flashing lights
⚠️ Wireless connection unstable and laggy
⚠️ Wired connection frequently drops
🔌 Automatic switching between WiFi and USB problematic
📉 Performance degradation over time
🖥️ Requires capable PC for good experience
💻 Limited Mac support (not available)
🔋 Phone overheating during extended use
👁️ IPD (interpupillary distance) adjustment issues
📱 Limited compatibility with older iPhone models
⏱️ Noticeable latency on wireless connections
🎨 Color desaturation in free version distracting

ARLOOPA: AI 3D Scanner by ARLOOPA Inc.

AR Camera, 3D Models & Creator

Worth Considering

🎬 Entertainment

4.7😊(1.3K ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

Transform your world with augmented reality. This app lets you scan your surroundings and superimpose 3D digital objects, creating interactive photos and videos. Explore a fantasy world, animate models, and even design custom AR filters.