# Vision vs Maxim magic

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Vision at 83% against Maxim magic's 33%. Maxim magic's advantage is rating (3.6 vs 2.3) and update cadence (every 6 days vs every 2 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Vision sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per month and Maxim magic sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Maxim magic holds the better App Store score, 3.6 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Maxim magic has 16 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 83% of Vision's written reviews are positive against 33% of Maxim magic's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Vision ships an update every 2 months, Maxim magic every 6 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Vision | Maxim magic |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.3 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vision-card-spread-analyzer/id1183529356/reviews) | **[3.6 (16 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/maxim-magic/id1616537026/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **16** |
| Positive reviews | **83.3% of reviews** | 33.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 6 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 19 MB | 21 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Martin Eisele](https://appshunter.io/developer/1099492467) | [Murphy's Magic](https://appshunter.io/developer/1556050817) |

## What reviewers say

### Vision

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vision-card-spread-analyzer/id1183529356)

This app uses your iPhone's camera to scan and identify playing cards in a face-up spread. It can display the order of detected cards and show any missing ones. Basic functionality is available for free, with a subscription unlocking all features.

**Highlights:** Capture card spreads via video stream, Detect and display card order, Show missing cards, Supports regular Poker-Playing cards, Fast detection (under 1 second), Variety of settings

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full access | $9.99 | per month |


### Maxim magic

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/maxim-magic/id1616537026)

Instantly calculate and discreetly reveal any freely named card from a spectator-shuffled deck. Offers multiple reveal methods, including counting to specific dates or spelling card names, with zero memory work or math required. Perfect for magicians of all skill levels.

**Highlights:** Instant card reveal calculation, Spectator-shuffled deck support, Multiple customizable reveal methods, Zero memory work or math, Works with any card stack, Covert phone usage

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Maxim App | $24.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Vision free?

Vision is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Maxim magic free?

Maxim magic is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Vision or Maxim magic?

Maxim magic is rated higher. Vision averages 2.3 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Maxim magic averages 3.6 from 16 ratings.

### Do Vision or Maxim magic have ads?

Neither Vision nor Maxim magic shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Vision or Maxim magic?

Vision ships an update every 2 months, and Maxim magic every 6 days. Most recently, Vision was updated on October 24, 2026 and Maxim magic on October 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*