Ions 2+ vs Visual Sandbox Simulation
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Ions 2+
Explore a dynamic particle simulation with extensive customization options. Control ion color, size, shape, and trails. Utilize device motion and advanced grid placement for unique creations. Supports a high particle count for detailed simulations.
- Customizable ion color and size
- Shape and trail effects
- Accelerometer control
- Rectangular and polar grids
- High particle count (up to 100,000)
- Save custom layouts and looks
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Ions is back, recharged and better than ever! The sequel to the staff-favorite particle simulation allows total control over the look and behavior of your creations. Ions 2+ also supports iPhones and iPods as well as iPads! Your ions can now change color and size based on age, speed, direction, and other parameters! Change shape, leave trails, change the background, and more! Use your device’s accelerometer to react to gravity or add turbulence and drag for more variety. You also have both rectangular and polar grids for precise placement. Why stop at only 20,000 particles? With Ions 2+, you can raise the limit up to 100,000 on faster devices. Of course you can still save your favorite layouts, as well as any custom looks you’ve created. Ions 2+. I'm positive you'll love it.
Visual Sandbox Simulation
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Browse through the library of realtime shader animations, adjust parameters on the fly and enjoy the show!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Visual Sandbox Simulation at Free against Ions 2+'s $1.99. Ions 2+'s advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 17.0). On ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Visual Sandbox Simulation is free to download; Ions 2+ costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Ions 2+ | Visual Sandbox Simulation |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.8 (39 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 93.9% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 39 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 15 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 8.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 49 MB | 4 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Douglas Applewhite | Marvin Krueger |
In-app purchases
Ions 2+
No in-app purchases
Visual Sandbox Simulation
No in-app purchases
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