# Mandelbulb Raytracer HD

> 3D fractal art generator and ray tracer for iPad. (iPhone/iPad app by Angisoft.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mandelbulb-raytracer-hd/id364084851 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Angisoft](https://appshunter.io/developer/301086229)
- Category: Entertainment, Education
- Price: $1.99
- Rating: 2.33/5 from 6 App Store ratings · 14 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 29 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2010-07-06
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mandelbulb-raytracer-hd/id364084851/reviews.md

## What is Mandelbulb Raytracer HD?

Be a virtual sculptor and create your own personal art in just seconds. Then use it as a background image to impress your friends. Play with the parameters to create an unlimited number of exciting 3D shapes. You can make the sculpture shiny by selecting an environment that will be reflected on the object.

Mandelbulb Raytracer is an exciting real-time ray tracer for the iPad. It renders the Mandelbulb fractal with high accuracy. Zooming makes an unlimited amount of detail visible.

Fractals are self-similar mathematical shapes in complex space. The Mandelbulb fractal is a 3-dimensional analog of the Mandelbrot set using an hypercomplex algebra based on spherical coordinates. This app uses the GPU of the iPad to compute a 3D image of the fractal by ray tracing using OpenGL ES 2.0 shaders.

Double/Triple tap and drag the finger horizontally or vertically to change the shape of the Mandelbulb fractal. You can also set these constant in the Settings tab. The Settings tab also allows to enable an environment that is mirrored on the Mandelbulb fractal. The accuracy of the fractal surface can also be set here. If you have red-cyan glasses available, you can see the fractal with real depth by enabling stereo mode.

A one finger drag rotates the camera around the object, a two finger pinch is used for zooming and a three finger drag translates the camera. Create a screen shot by pressing the sleep button on the top and home button at the same time. The screen shot will be in your photo album.

## Key features

- Create 3D fractal art sculptures
- Real-time ray tracing
- Unlimited detail exploration
- Customizable parameters
- Environment reflections
- Stereo 3D mode

## Recent user reviews (10 of 14)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mandelbulb-raytracer-hd/id364084851/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Useless app

*2022-10-29, version 2.02*

Basically you are buying a picture of the Mandelbulb set up in front of different backgrounds. You can do some minor adjustments but this is nothing worth anyones time. I guess if you scam enough people into buying this then these developers can sit back and be “proud”? If you have any former experience with this fractal then this is not what you are seeking. Save your two dollars or better yet , throw it in the street, flush two dollars down the toilet , find a wishing well, put two bucks in the tithe basket at church. All of these are a waste of time like this app. I immediately deleted it after looking around for maybe five minutes. Lame controls , extremely limited . This is a scam app.

### 2/5 — Fun Enough...

*2020-12-21, version 2.02*

But it only has one Equation in it and it doesn't allow the user to play around with more variances, There are a lot of ways to go with this; and if this app is actually calculating all of these points on the fly, this would be a simple thing to do -- But it may be that it's ( merely ) a very clever animation toy ???

### 1/5 — :(

*2020-04-19, version 2.02*

Not fun, iPad crashes

### 4/5 — Interesting & it works as of this review

*2019-04-16, version 1.75*

While it takes a good deal of experimentation with the controls and manipulation on screen, once you get a sense of how to control the app outside of the default settings you can achieve images worthy of keeping.

Exporting at high resolution works as of iOS 12.2 on my iPad Pro 10.5” works fine, both in Norma and red/blue 3D.

I would like to see both a stereo dual image option (viewer and cross-eyed) along with AR capability to bring this app up to date with current technology.

### 1/5 — Hard crash

*2016-02-29, version 1.75*

This app crashes iOS, so the hard restart is the only way out. Not ready for the commercial release. Tested on iPad Pro.

### 2/5 — Really wanted this to work

*2015-10-09, version 1.74*

I tried getting the developer to respond but have yet to hear from them. It has good possibilities but it won't save - I try to save but I just get a blank image, if it saves at all!

You have to save using a screen shot that includes their menu button. 

If a more reliable version comes out I'll review again.

### 2/5 — Very Frustrated

*2015-04-19, version 1.73*

As of today 4/19/2015 I realize that the reflectivity and power controls are no longer visible and are non functional. Also like many others the images are impossible to export to photo library and no matter what resolution they are exported in. What could be an excellent app is presently a complete waste of time. Please fix problems ASAP

### 1/5 — Disappointed

*2014-11-20, version 1.73*

Slow loads.  Not true mandelbulb, can't zoom in very far or enter bulb.  More like a 3d skin instead.

### 2/5 — Disappointed

*2014-10-19, version 1.73*

I agree with #1 reviewer. I can't get this app to export at the higher resolution. What is the point of offering the option if it doesn't work? :(

### 5/5 — Really Wonderful

*2014-07-28, version 1.73*

This app creates amazing textures. I haven't experienced the exporting problems of the above reviewer. Totally worth 2 bucks.

## Frequently asked questions about Mandelbulb Raytracer HD

### What is Mandelbulb Raytracer HD?

Mandelbulb Raytracer HD is a real-time ray tracer for iPad that allows users to create and explore 3D fractal art. It renders the Mandelbulb fractal with high accuracy, enabling the discovery of unlimited detail through zooming.

### How do I control the fractal shape in Mandelbulb Raytracer HD?

You can change the shape of the Mandelbulb fractal by double/triple tapping and dragging your finger horizontally or vertically. These settings can also be adjusted in the Settings tab.

### Can I make my fractal sculptures shiny in Mandelbulb Raytracer HD?

Yes, you can make your sculptures shiny by selecting an environment in the Settings tab that will be reflected on the object. The accuracy of the fractal surface can also be adjusted there.

### Does Mandelbulb Raytracer HD support 3D viewing?

Yes, Mandelbulb Raytracer HD supports stereo mode for viewing the fractal with real depth if you have red-cyan glasses available.

### How do I zoom and move the camera in Mandelbulb Raytracer HD?

A two-finger pinch is used for zooming, and a three-finger drag translates the camera. A one-finger drag rotates the camera around the object.

### How can I save my creations from Mandelbulb Raytracer HD?

You can create a screenshot of your artwork by pressing the sleep button and home button simultaneously. The screenshot will be saved to your photo album.

### What devices does Mandelbulb Raytracer HD support?

Mandelbulb Raytracer HD is designed exclusively for iPads, as indicated by its supported devices list.

### How much does Mandelbulb Raytracer HD cost?

Mandelbulb Raytracer HD is a paid application, priced at $1.99. It does not feature in-app purchases.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.02 — 2020-01-11

- added social media export
- fixed some minor issues

### 1.75 — 2016-02-10

- Added iPad Pro support
- Fixed screenshot export

### 1.74 — 2015-06-17

- Bug fixes

### 1.73 — 2013-03-31

- Fixed environment photo feature

### 1.71 — 2012-09-20

Fixed missing tiles that occurred during rendering sometimes, when expensive rendering modes were enabled. This was due to GPU timeouts that cannot be detected in iOS.

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