# AR TextFX vs AR Video Camera

AR TextFX and AR Video Camera both sit at 4.4 stars, but that hides the real split: 32% of AR TextFX's written reviews are positive against 0% of AR Video Camera's. AR TextFX also leads on ratings volume (167 vs 5) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. AR TextFX sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and AR Video Camera sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

AR TextFX holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AR TextFX has 167 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 32% of AR TextFX's written reviews are positive against 0% of AR Video Camera's.

AR TextFX ships an update every 3 months, AR Video Camera every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | AR TextFX | AR Video Camera |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (167 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ar-textfx/id1281628517/reviews)** | [4.2 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ar-video-camera-mixed-reality/id1576124430/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **167** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | **32.0% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 101 MB | 815 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mintah Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/1436916050) | [BYTE REBELS CLUB, MB](https://appshunter.io/developer/1576124432) |

## What reviewers say

### AR TextFX

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ar-textfx/id1281628517)

Create dynamic 3D text messages and place them in your real-world environment using augmented reality. Apply cool visual effects like fire or ice, and animate your text before sharing with friends.

**Highlights:** Augmented Reality text placement, 3D text effects (fire, ice, hearts), Text animation, Precision text control, Multiple fonts and colors, Shareable AR creations

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Popup Ads | $0.99 | one-time |


### AR Video Camera

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ar-video-camera-mixed-reality/id1576124430)

Create unique video content by overlaying custom 3D text, emojis, images, and models onto your recordings. Experience realistic HDRI lighting and capture footage in stunning 4K resolution in real-time.

**Highlights:** Add custom 3D text, emojis, images, photos, videos, Import custom 3D models (.usdz), Apply realistic HDRI lighting (360 degree), 4K real-time recording, Export footage via USB

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium | $59.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is AR TextFX free?

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

### Is AR Video Camera free?

AR Video Camera is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, AR TextFX or AR Video Camera?

AR TextFX is rated higher. AR TextFX averages 4.4 out of 5 from 167 ratings, while AR Video Camera averages 4.2 from 5 ratings.

### Do AR TextFX or AR Video Camera have ads?

Neither AR TextFX nor AR Video Camera shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, AR TextFX or AR Video Camera?

AR TextFX ships an update every 3 months, and AR Video Camera every 2 months. Most recently, AR TextFX was updated on October 21, 2026 and AR Video Camera on October 22, 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.*