Comparison

AppAR8 vs Medrun

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

Head to head
About

AppAR8

Transform 2D images into immersive 3D augmented reality experiences. Scan designated targets to reveal stunning 3D models and instantly share your creations with friends.

Highlights
  • 2D to 3D image conversion
  • Augmented reality visualization
  • Scan target images
  • Capture and share creations
  • Downloadable test logo
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AppAR8 is an augmented reality platform that gives users the ability to visualize another world! Using cutting-edge technology, AppAR8 takes two dimensional images and turns them into stunning three dimensional experiences. Simply download the app, point and scan at a designated 2D target then prepare to be amazed by the rendered 3D model. Capture and share instantly with friends through messenger or via social media! Don’t have an image available to test? Download our logo and watch as a 3D model appears after scanned with AppAR8. All dimensions are built and rendered by Balti Virtual.

About

Medrun

Features
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Medrun BLE Printer App

Screenshots

AppAR84 screens
Medrun3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Medrun at monthly against AppAR8's every 2 months. AppAR8's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.0). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AppAR8 ships an update every 2 months, Medrun monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
AppAR8 versus Medrun: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAppAR8Medrun
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (20 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings20 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size180 MB1 MB
Age rating12+17+
DeveloperBalti VirtualVirgil Tudor

In-app purchases

None

AppAR8

No in-app purchases

None

Medrun

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is AppAR8 free?
AppAR8 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Medrun free?
Medrun is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do AppAR8 or Medrun have ads?
Neither AppAR8 nor Medrun shows ads.
Which is updated more often, AppAR8 or Medrun?
AppAR8 ships an update every 2 months, and Medrun monthly. Most recently, AppAR8 was updated on October 1, 2026 and Medrun on October 2, 2026.

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