Merge Object Viewer vs Halo AR
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Merge Object Viewer
Explore hundreds of 3D digital teaching aids with this app. Students can interact with models of rocks, mammals, cells, and more. The app also allows users to upload and view their own 3D objects on a compatible device.
- Hundreds of 3D teaching aids
- Interactive 3D models
- Learn about science and biology
- Upload and view custom 3D objects
- Hands-on digital learning
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PLEASE NOTE: This app requires a Merge Cube and a smartphone or a tablet to play. To find out how to get a Merge Cube and to learn more, visit our website at: https://www.MergeCube.com. Object Viewer puts hundreds of digital teaching aids in the palm of your hand! Students can learn about rocks and minerals, mammals, reptiles, lifecycles, cells, and so much more using different collections of hands-on 3D models. Students can also upload, view, and share their own 3D objects on the Merge Cube. If you have any questions or suggestions, we would love to hear from you! Contact us at any time at support@MergeEdu.com. Privacy Policy: https://MergeEdu.com/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://MergeEdu.com/terms-of-use
Halo AR
Easily create and share interactive 3D augmented reality experiences without coding. Bring your ideas to life by scanning objects, uploading content, and attaching AR to real-world locations or images. Ideal for educators, artists, and businesses.
- Instant AR creation
- No coding required
- 3D object and image recognition
- Attach AR to real-world objects/locations
- Easy sharing and collaboration
- Immersive AR lessons
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Create & Share Augmented Reality in Seconds! Halo AR makes it easy to bring the world to life with interactive 3D experiences. Whether you're an educator, artist, content creator, or business professional, our powerful yet intuitive tools let you design, scan, and share augmented reality with just a few taps. Why Choose Halo AR? * Instant AR Creation – No coding required! Simply scan, upload, and bring your ideas to life. * 3D Object & Image Recognition – Attach AR content to real-world objects, images, or locations. * Education & Learning – Engage students with immersive AR lessons, museum exhibits, and interactive books. * Creative & Business Applications – Enhance storytelling, marketing, and design with dynamic AR experiences. * Easy Sharing & Collaboration – Publish and share your AR projects with anyone, anywhere. Join thousands of creators using Halo AR to make learning, storytelling, and exploration more engaging than ever! Download now and start creating.
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Verdict
Merge Object Viewer and Halo AR both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 70% of Halo AR's written reviews are positive against 48% of Merge Object Viewer's. On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence 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. Merge Object Viewer sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Halo AR sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Halo AR holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 389 and 367 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 48% of Merge Object Viewer's written reviews are positive against 70% of Halo AR's.
Merge Object Viewer ships an update monthly, Halo AR fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Merge Object Viewer | Halo AR |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (389 ratings) | 4.6 (367 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 47.6% of reviews | 70.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 389 — better | 367 |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 14.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 414 MB | 272 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Merge Apps | LightUp |
Customer experience
Merge Object Viewer
Halo AR
User reviews
Merge Object Viewer
From 389 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Engaging AR STEM tool
- 👍 Intuitive interface
- 👍 Seamless object merging
- 👍 Extensive file format support
- 👍 Convenient sharing options
Room to improve
- 🐛 Frequent crashes
- 🐛 Slow rendering/loading
- 🐛 Compatibility issues on older devices
- 🔒 Paywall for full access
- 🐛 Unstable login/account management
Halo AR
From 367 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Easy to create AR experiences
- 👍 Simple for others to view
- 💡 Great for educational purposes
- 👍 Free version has good features
- 💡 Innovative mixed reality features coming
Room to improve
- 🐛 App won't open after update
- 🐛 App won't open
- 🐛 Download takes 6 hours
- 🐛 Useless download
- 🐛 Cannot rescan anything
Bugs and requests
Merge Object Viewer
Reported bugs
4 issues- Objects not loading or displaying incorrectly
- App freezing or closing unexpectedly
- Labeling/annotation issues with 3D objects
- Compatibility problems on iPads and older iOS versions
Requested features
5 requests- Adjustable lighting for 3D objects
- Ability to snap objects together
- Camera button for capturing scenes
- Restore VR support
- More free 3D content options
Halo AR
Reported bugs
10 issues- App won't open
- App won't open after update
- Cannot rescan anything
- Overheats phone
- Requires following users to see results
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- Results only work in some cases
- Crashes on Apple iPhone 7
- Crashes on launch
- Doesn't work appropriately
- Blocked at school, no developer response
Requested features
5 requests- Evolving the app further
- Clearer instructions for educational use
- Ability to download own images from Google
- Ability to create own images
- Integrating Sketchfab models more easily
In-app purchases
Merge Object Viewer
- Object Viewer Premium Monthly14 Days trial$9.991 Month
- Merge EDU Individual14 Days trial$9.991 Month
- Object Viewer Premium Annual14 Days trial$99.991 Year
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- Merge EDU Individual14 Days trial$99.991 Year
Halo AR
- Creator Pro Monthly7 Days trial$9.991 Month
- Creator Pro (Annual)7 Days trial$99.991 Year
Questions
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