Comparison

100VJ vs KINEJI

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

Head to head
About

100VJ

This app is a comprehensive visual jockeying tool for creating and performing live visual shows. It offers advanced features for media handling, effects, and real-time control, suitable for both novice and experienced users. Connect to external displays for dynamic performances.

Highlights
  • Chainable multi-layer effects
  • Audio-reactive and BPM-synced effects
  • Channel-based architecture for video, images, and GIFs
  • Animatable controls via MIDI, LFO, and device motion
  • Live input sources including camera and text rendering
  • Projection mapping with perspective transform
  • Real-time output recording and transition effects
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100VJ is a versatile VJ tool for both beginners and advanced users. Connect a projector or monitor via HDMI or AirPlay and start VJing immediately. Designed for real-time visual performance, from simple setups to complex live systems. Key Features Asset & Media Handling • Smooth synchronization with the system photo library • Import from Files app • Asset launcher for saving and loading channel configurations Effects System • Chainable multi-layer effects • Parametric effects • Audio-reactive effects • BPM-synced effects • Core Image filters Channel-Based Architecture • Channels support video, image, GIF, real-time sources, effects, and filters • Per-channel blend, colorize, and transform controls • Multi-layer channel slots with compute resource limits • Drag and drop reordering and saving to the asset launcher • Tap to select, long-press to lift, drag and drop channel previews • Load assets to the selected channel with a single tap Animatable Controls • Fully animatable sliders • Control via MIDI, LFO, audio input, device motion, and more Live Input Sources (Playables) • Camera input • Aether client to use another 100VJ on the local network as an input source • Text rendering • Countdown display Projection Mapping • Perspective transform for external output • Supports AirPlay and external display adapters • DMX artnet RGBMapping. • Laser output from video contour conversion (beta, currently supports LaserCube WiFi only) Output & Recording • Up to 4K output (external output capability required via AirPlay or USB-C) • Real-time output recording • Transition effects and slideshows Sync & Control • Automatic BPM detection from microphone input and auto switcher • MIDI and Network MIDI control • Resolution, frame rate, and advanced settings (Long-press or double-tap the gear icon to open the settings screen) Wireless & Network Features • NDI Sender • Aether real-time server for sending to other 100VJ instances • Syphon support (requires a Mac with Aether Syphon installed) • High-speed send and receive via USB or LAN (Bonjour or mDNS required) Premium Plan • ArtNet DMX controller • Control LED bars and PAR lights over the network • 8ch Mode Performance & Architecture • Fully Metal-based rendering pipeline • Multi-threaded architecture using async and await • Rendering is isolated from UI operations for stable output • Atomic rendering with prioritized async updates such as animatable sliders • Reduced CPU usage compared to version 4, even with increased UI and processing complexity Notes • Instructions for previous versions (version 4 and earlier) are available on the support page • A user forum is available for feedback and discussion Support and Information https://sites.google.com/view/100vj/home Legal and Credits • App Store screenshots use Beeple’s VJ loops (Creative Commons licensed) https://www.beeple-crap.com • 100VJ does not claim copyright over content created with the app • Please ensure proper rights for all assets used Terms of Service https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy https://sites.google.com/view/100vj/privacy-policy

About

KINEJI

Features
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Make words move. KINEJI is an iPhone app for creating short kinetic typography and animated text videos from your own words. Enter your text, choose a Motion Recipe, and instantly explore different ways to bring your typography to life — without a complicated editing timeline. ■ FOUR MOTION RECIPES CHAOS / POP / CLEAN / BRUTAL Choose a motion style that matches the mood and character of your words. ■ REGENERATE AND EXPLORE Tap REGENERATE to create another variation using the same settings. Preview different results until you find the one that feels right. ■ STYLE YOUR WORDS Adjust fonts, colors, and typography to create a look that matches your idea. ■ MADE FOR SOCIAL FORMATS Create in 9:16, 4:5, or 1:1. Perfect for Reels, Stories, short-form videos, social posts, motion posters, and visual messages. ■ EXPORT IN HIGH QUALITY Export your creation as a 1080p video and save or share it directly from your iPhone. KINEJI PRO includes: • Unlimited video exports • No watermark • 60fps export All generation, previews, and video exports are processed directly on your iPhone. No account is required. Your words already have a voice. Give them motion with KINEJI.

Screenshots

100VJ4 screens
KINEJI4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: KINEJI at Free against 100VJ's $3.99. KINEJI also leads on update cadence (every 6 days vs every 6 weeks) and iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). On 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

KINEJI is free to download; 100VJ costs $3.99 up front. 100VJ sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and KINEJI sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

100VJ ships an update every 6 weeks, KINEJI every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
100VJ versus KINEJI: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter100VJKINEJI
Price$3.99Free — better
Rating4.0 (29 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews62.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings29 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 6 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS26.017.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size31 MB41 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNarumi InadaRESEW, LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

In-app purchases

4 purchases

100VJ

Subscriptions2
  • Premium$0.991 Month
  • Premium$9.991 Year
One-time2
  • Tip ($0.99)$0.99
  • Tip 10 times$9.99
1 purchases

KINEJI

One-time1
  • KINEJI Pro$3.99

Questions

Is 100VJ free?
100VJ costs $3.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is KINEJI free?
KINEJI is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do 100VJ or KINEJI have ads?
Neither 100VJ nor KINEJI shows ads.
Which is updated more often, 100VJ or KINEJI?
100VJ ships an update every 6 weeks, and KINEJI every 6 days. Most recently, 100VJ was updated on November 2, 2026 and KINEJI on November 6, 2026.

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