Microcosm vs SLIT_STUDIO
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Microcosm
Create and design immersive 3D worlds using augmented and virtual reality. Utilize various drawing tools, copy-paste functionality, and advanced editing options to bring your voxel creations to life. Capture and export your designs for further use.
- Augmented and virtual reality world building
- Freehand and box brush drawing tools
- Copy/paste and undo/redo functionality
- Voxel transparency control
- World rotation and scaling
- Screenshot and video capture
- OBJ+MTL and PLY export (Pro)
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Build your own voxel worlds in augmented and virtual reality! • Draw "infinite" voxel worlds using tools like freehand, box brush, and flood fill • Copy/paste within and between worlds • Undo/redo support • Control voxel transparency • Rotate and scale the world • Draw freehand or with a box brush • Capture screenshots and videos of your creations without the app UI • Export to OBJ+MTL or PLY (Pro) • Create or import scripts that can automatically build worlds or even simple games for you (Pro)
SLIT_STUDIO
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Tired of ordinary photos? Step into a new dimension of visual expression with SLIT_STUDIO, the high-performance slit-scan camera app that transforms reality into art. SLIT_STUDIO isn’t just another camera app. It’s a powerful tool for creative exploration. Its high-performance engine ensures smooth, real-time slit-scan effects, allowing you to capture dynamic moments with breathtaking distortions of time and space. And with its deeply customizable options, you are in complete control. Experiment with parameters to sculpt your visuals exactly as you envision them. From subtle time-slices to dramatic warping effects, SLIT_STUDIO empowers you to: - Transform Landscapes: Turn ordinary scenes into dynamic, flowing works of art. - Create Surreal Portraits: Stretch and distort faces for captivating and otherworldly portraits. - Experiment with Motion: Capture movement in unique and mesmerizing ways. - Create Abstract Art: Experiment with visual distortion and abstraction. Key Features: - High-Performance Engine: Up to 4K/120 fps, 1080p/240 fps real-time capturing. - Capture images and videos at the same time. - Capture long slit-scan image: Up to 60000 pixels for long side. - Highly Customizable: Adjust slit parameters, directions, speeds, and more to achieve your artistic vision. - Intuitive Interface: Easy to use yet powerful, designed for both beginners and experienced photographers. - Easy to manage: Easily preview your unique slit-scan art with ease. SLIT_STUDIO is your gateway to a world of visual art. Download now and start bending reality to your creative will!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Microcosm at daily against SLIT_STUDIO's fortnightly. On price, 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
Both are free to download. Microcosm sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and SLIT_STUDIO sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Microcosm ships an update daily, SLIT_STUDIO fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Microcosm | SLIT_STUDIO |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.0 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Daily — better | Fortnightly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 17.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 206 MB | 12 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Straw Dynamics LLC | Jinyu Meng |
In-app purchases
Microcosm
- Microcosm Pro$14.99
SLIT_STUDIO
- Tip Developer$0.99
- Full Version$5.99









