Comparison

AR Camera ◉ vs Replayar

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

Head to head
About

AR Camera ◉

Bring your videos to life with augmented reality effects. Add 3D objects, text, and emojis that interact realistically with your environment, including shadows and occlusion. Create magical visual content for social media or professional projects.

Highlights
  • Add 3D text, emojis, and objects
  • Realistic shadows and environmental occlusion
  • Physically based textures for virtual objects
  • Scan environment for surface detection
  • Intuitive object manipulation (move, rotate, scale)
  • Create and share augmented reality videos
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Create amazing videos with the power of augmented reality right from your phone! Add like effects like floating bokeh or falling snow, 3D Text and emojis. Create your scene, shoot a video and share with your friends and family! Wether you are a professional film maker or simply looking to add some wow to your social posts and stories, this app is for you! AR Camera scans the environment to add shadows from the virtual objects onto the real world. Virtual objects look even more real now with physically based textures Virtual objects will disappear behind the detected flat surfaces like magic! Once the app starts, perform a quick scan of the floor so the app can understand roughly what’s around, then tap on + to select and add a 3D emoji, object or text style to add onto the surfaces detected. The more you move, the more the app will understand its environment. Oh one thing though, make sure there is enough light! Select any 3D text, emojis and objects and drag up / down or left right to rotate. You can always change the position too by tapping on the move button (bottom right) Finally, you can scale objects with a simple pinch and zoom gesture. Easy! Try it today for free, it's kind of magical! Have fun!

About

Replayar

Create augmented reality images, artwork, and collectibles in the real world. Design custom AR scavenger hunts, place digital creations in physical locations, and discover virtual trophies with real-world rewards. Easily share your AR adventures through video.

Highlights
  • Create custom AR scavenger hunts
  • Design AR images from device gallery
  • Capture and geolocate AR photos
  • Discover and collect virtual AR trophies
  • View AR collections on a map
  • Record and share AR videos
  • Easy-to-use interface
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Replayar is a simple augmented reality app that lets you quickly create AR images, artwork, and collectibles in the real world. From capturing AR photos at real-world locations to creating custom AR scavenger hunts using images from your device gallery, Replayar makes it easy to blend digital and physical worlds with just a few taps on your screen. Create Custom AR Scavenger Hunts Make custom augmented reality scavenger hunts using your own artwork. Turn locations into destinations and transform your city into a playable gallery of hidden discoveries. Create AR Images: Use any image on your device to instantly create immersive AR experiences. Drop your artwork, graphics, characters, and designs into the real world in seconds. Capture AR Photos: Capture AR photos and geocache your memories right where they happen. Place moments and creations at real locations so they can be revisited and relived. Collect AR Trophies: Discover and collect virtual objects and badges in the real world. Explore parks, landmarks, and hidden spots through the magic lens of augmented reality. View and Share Your Collection: View your collection to unlock real-world deals, discounts, and freebies. Open objects in your Trophy Room to see details and access special offers when available. See Everything on a Map: Locate all AR collectibles, photos, and creations on a real-world map, so you always know what’s nearby and where to go next. Make Videos of Your AR Adventures: Easily record videos of your AR creations and discoveries to share on social media. Capture the moment, then share the experience.
 Easy-to-Use Interface: Replayar is designed with simplicity in mind. Creating AR content is a breeze whether you're a beginner or an advanced user. Ideal for Content Creators, Artists, and Photographers: Experiment with new forms of digital expression, engage your audience in fresh ways, or just capture and share life’s moments. The possibilities are endless, and the only limit is your imagination. Safe and Secure: Your privacy and safety are top priorities. You have control over who can see your AR creations and where they are placed, and Replayar is designed to protect your data. ▶ WATCH THIS VIDEO to learn how to use Replayar: https://replayar.com/tutorial Questions, comments, or ideas? Email us: info@replayar.com Privacy Policy: https://www.replayar.com/privacy-policy EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ © Copyright Replayar Inc / All rights reserved. / U.S. Patent No. 10,127,730 B2 / Intended for demonstration purposes only. Replayar provides educational content on history and culture through the reference of historical events and public figures. However, Replayar is not affiliated with any locations or media properties and is not sponsored or endorsed by any of the brands or personalities featured in its apps or demonstrations.

Screenshots

AR Camera ◉4 screens
Replayar4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Replayar at 100% against AR Camera ◉'s 42%. Replayar also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.3). AR Camera ◉'s advantage is ratings volume (972 vs 20) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). On price, update cadence, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. AR Camera ◉ sells 8 one-off in-app purchases and Replayar sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Replayar holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AR Camera ◉ has 972 ratings behind it against 20, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 42% of AR Camera ◉'s written reviews are positive against 100% of Replayar's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AR Camera ◉ ships an update every 3 weeks, Replayar every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and August 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
AR Camera ◉ versus Replayar: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAR Camera ◉Replayar
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (972 ratings)4.8 (20 ratings) — better
Positive reviews41.5% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings972 — better20
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size223 MB303 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperUbicolor LtdReplayAR, Inc.

Customer experience

AR Camera ◉

All ratings972 ratings
Positive81.3%
Neutral5.6%
Negative13.2%
Written reviews53 reviews
Positive41.5%
Neutral11.3%
Negative47.2%

Replayar

All ratings20 ratings
Positive95.0%
Neutral5.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

AR Camera ◉

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Inability to stop video recording
  • Controls not working as expected
  • Purchased features not unlocking properly
  • Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to import custom 3D objects
  • Scene/object/face referencing and saving/loading
  • Option to write custom text
  • Improved occlusion handling

Replayar

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

8 purchases

AR Camera ◉

One-time8
  • Unlock All Smileys$1.99
  • Unlock all 3D objects$1.99
  • Unlock All moods!$1.99
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  • Unlock All TextStyles$1.99
  • Unlock All Textures$1.99
  • Unlock Media Objects$2.99
  • Unlock All Themes$2.99
  • Unlock Everything forever!$4.99
2 purchases

Replayar

Subscriptions2
  • ReplayAR Pro - Monthly$4.991 Month
  • ReplayAR Pro - Yearly$34.991 Year

Questions

Is AR Camera ◉ free?
AR Camera ◉ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Replayar free?
Replayar is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, AR Camera ◉ or Replayar?
Replayar is rated higher. AR Camera ◉ averages 4.3 out of 5 from 972 ratings, while Replayar averages 4.8 from 20 ratings.
Do AR Camera ◉ or Replayar have ads?
Neither AR Camera ◉ nor Replayar shows ads.
Which is updated more often, AR Camera ◉ or Replayar?
AR Camera ◉ ships an update every 3 weeks, and Replayar every 6 weeks. Most recently, AR Camera ◉ was updated on September 9, 2026 and Replayar on August 12, 2026.

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