Comparison

iOAK vs MARU World

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

iOAK

This app uses your device's camera to track your movements and translate them into switch controls. Create custom air switches or connect to external devices to interact with your environment and smart home gadgets.

Highlights
  • Camera-based motion tracking
  • Customizable air switches
  • External switch integration (Bluetooth)
  • Smart home device control (HomeKit/Matter)
  • Shortcut automation
Features
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iOAK uses the camera to visualize the movement of the user and enables them to control switches. Key Functions: - Motion History This function colors the moved body parts with purple, blue, …, and red according to the frequency of the movement. - Air Switches Draw rectangles on the camera screen to serve as non-contact switches, called “Air Switches.” These can be activated by detecting movement within the designated areas. A red circle indicating the magnitude of the detected movement moves left or right along a slider on the screen. When it crosses the position of the sensitivity adjustment knob, a switch signal is output. For switch output integration, the user can select an external switch connected via Bluetooth (such as a "Relay" or the battery-shaped switch "MaBeee"), or the built-in “Home” or “Shortcuts” apps on the iPhone/iPad. - The “Relay” device works with equipment that accepts switch input. - The “MaBeee” device controls battery-operated equipment. - The “Home” app allows control of smart home devices, i.e., smart lights, plugs, and remotes, compatible with "Matter" or "HomeKit". - The “Shortcuts” app allows execution of a series of predefined actions (Shortcuts) on the iPhone or iPad. (*) (*) When linking with the “Shortcuts” app, add the “Open iOAK” action at the end of the registered “Shortcut” (the sequence of actions) so that it automatically returns to “iOAK” operation after executing the Shortcut. Compatible relay products are as follows: - DSD TECH SH-BT01A Bluetooth Module - DSD TECH 2-Channel Bluetooth 4.0 BLE Relay Module - DSD TECH SH-BT04B Bluetooth Module - TinySine TOSR141 - 4 Channel Bluetooth Relay - Switch Science ISP1507 Bluetooth-Relay Board

About

MARU World

Features
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MARU is a gentle app where small actions create meaningful changes. By touching and matching shapes, the world slowly begins to shift. Designed for children and parents alike, MARU offers a calm and intuitive experience you can enjoy together. About MARU In MARU, simple interactions lead to quiet discoveries. Touch, place, and match shapes to see how the world responds. Each moment brings subtle changes. As you continue, new possibilities and ways to play naturally appear. There is no rush and no pressure— MARU is meant to be explored at your own pace. Features • Simple, intuitive touch controls • A calm and gentle visual world • Small changes that grow with continued play • Designed for short or relaxed play sessions • No competition, no time limits, no stress For Families MARU is created with care for both children and parents. • No ads • No in-app purchases • Content designed with young players in mind A safe and welcoming space where everyone can feel at ease. Closing MARU values slow discovery over fast progress. It’s not about winning or finishing—it’s about noticing change. Take your time. And enjoy stepping into the world of MARU.

Screenshots

iOAK4 screens
MARU World4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: MARU World at Free against iOAK's $4.99. MARU World also leads on update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 9 months) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On ads, in-app purchases and device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

MARU World is free to download; iOAK costs $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iOAK ships an update every 9 months, MARU World every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 5 level
iOAK versus MARU World: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriOAKMARU World
Price$4.99Free — better
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsEvery 4 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size13 MB93 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperatacLab Co., Ltd.ENONE Inc.

In-app purchases

None

iOAK

No in-app purchases

None

MARU World

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is iOAK free?
iOAK costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is MARU World free?
MARU World is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do iOAK or MARU World have ads?
Neither iOAK nor MARU World shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iOAK or MARU World?
iOAK ships an update every 9 months, and MARU World every 4 weeks. Most recently, iOAK was updated on November 2, 2026 and MARU World on November 12, 2026.

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