# HDRiris — Capture HDRIs anywhere

> On-device HDR environment capture and inspection for 3D artists and developers. (iPhone/iPad app by Joao Pedro Moreira Rato Mateus Bastos.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hdriris/id6816681680 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Joao Pedro Moreira Rato Mateus Bastos](https://appshunter.io/developer/1828158053)
- Category: Photo & Video, Graphics & Design
- Price: $12.99
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 66 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-10-11
- Data updated: 2026-10-29
- Monetization: paid

## What is HDRiris?

Capture real HDRIs with your phone.

HDRiris guides you through bracketed environment capture, processes everything directly on your device, and lets you inspect the result in panorama, 3D, and real AR.
Built for 3D artists, VFX, motion design, game development, virtual production, and anyone working with image-based lighting.

Guided HDRI Capture //
Follow clear directional targets around the environment while HDRiris guides you through the complete capture sequence.

Bracketed Exposures //
Capture multiple exposures at each direction to preserve detail across bright lights, windows, deep shadows, and everything in between.

Full Environment Coverage //
HDRiris tracks your progress across the complete capture sphere so you always know what has been captured and what remains.

Panorama Inspection //
Explore the finished environment and inspect coverage, stitching, orientation, and overall image quality.

Real-Time 3D Preview //
See how your HDRI lights and reflects across interactive 3D materials and preview models directly on your device.

Custom Preview Models //
Import your own GLB models and test captured lighting on assets that actually matter to your workflow.

Real AR Preview //
Place your preview model into the real environment and inspect how the captured HDRI lights and reflects on it in augmented reality.

Fully On-Device //
Your captures are processed locally on your phone. No cloud processing and no need to upload your HDRIs to a remote service.

No Account Required //
Open HDRiris and start capturing. No registration, login, or account setup.

No Subscriptions. No In-App Purchases. //
HDRiris is a one-time purchase. Pay once and use the full app.

Your Captures Stay With You //
Your HDRIs remain on your device unless you choose to export or share them.

Whether you need lighting reference on location, an environment for a 3D render, or a portable HDRI capture workflow, HDRiris puts the complete process in your pocket.

Capture. Inspect. Light.

## Key features

- Guided HDRI capture sequence
- Bracketed exposure capture
- Full environment coverage tracking
- Panorama inspection
- Real-time 3D preview
- Augmented reality preview

## Chart rankings

- #176 in Top Paid · Photo & Video (US App Store)

## Is HDRiris safe?

Not enough ratings yet to assess HDRiris.

## Is HDRiris legit?

HDRiris has limited verification signals. The AppsHunter Legitimacy Score for HDRiris is 58 out of 100 points across 7 verification signals from App Store and developer data.


## Frequently asked questions about HDRiris

### What is HDRiris?

HDRiris is a mobile application that allows users to capture High Dynamic Range Images (HDRIs) of their environment using their phone. It guides users through the capture process, processes the images on-device, and allows for inspection in panorama, 3D, and AR.

### Who is HDRiris designed for?

HDRiris is built for 3D artists, VFX professionals, motion designers, game developers, virtual production teams, and anyone who needs to capture image-based lighting for their projects.

### Does HDRiris require an account?

No, HDRiris does not require an account. Users can open the app and start capturing immediately without any registration, login, or account setup.

### How is HDRiris priced?

HDRiris is a one-time purchase application. Users pay $12.99 once to unlock the full app and all its features, with no subscriptions or in-app purchases.

### Does HDRiris have ads?

No, HDRiris does not contain advertisements. As a paid application, it offers an ad-free experience to its users.

### Where are my captured HDRIs stored?

Your captured HDRIs remain on your device. They are processed locally and are not uploaded to any remote service unless you choose to export or share them.

### What devices does HDRiris support?

HDRiris is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed to leverage the camera and processing capabilities of these Apple devices.

### How often is HDRiris updated?

HDRiris was last updated on October 18, 2026, with version 1.1.0. While specific update frequency is not detailed, this indicates ongoing development and support for the application.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.1.0 — 2026-10-18

HDRiris 1.1.0 is a major performance update. HDR processing is now dramatically faster, significantly reducing the time from capture to a finished environment.

Also new in this release:
• 8K HDRI output
• A visual capture guide for more consistent results
• Quick model selection in the viewer
• Improved highlight detail preservation
• New German, Spanish, Portuguese, French, Japanese, Simplified Chinese, and Korean localizations
• Camera reliability improvements

### 1.0.0 — 2026-10-11

No release notes.

## More apps by Joao Pedro Moreira Rato Mateus Bastos

- [VOYA: Trip Planner & Travel](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/voya-trip-planner-and-travel/id6748943365)

All apps by Joao Pedro Moreira Rato Mateus Bastos: https://appshunter.io/developer/1828158053

## Related topics

[hdri prep](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/hdri-prep) · [hdri](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/hdri) · [renderz aps](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/renderz-aps)

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