Comparison

Fractal Generator vs Crystal Flight

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

Head to head
About

Fractal Generator

Explore the beauty of mathematics by creating intricate fractals. Design them using traditional mathematical methods or a visual drag-and-drop builder. Learn, experiment, and export high-resolution images of your mathematical art.

Highlights
  • Create fractals analytically
  • Visual drag-and-drop fractal builder
  • Learn fractal mathematics
  • Experiment with transformations
  • Export high-resolution images
  • Built-in tutorial
Features
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Fractal Generator Explore the beauty of mathematics through fractals. Fractal Generator lets you create Iterated Function System (IFS) fractals using both traditional mathematical methods and a new visual, drag-and-drop builder. Whether you’re learning linear transformations, teaching fractals in the classroom, or simply experimenting with mathematical art, the app makes fractals approachable and rewarding to explore. Create Fractals Analytically • Build fractals using classic affine transformation coefficients • Enter and edit values directly • Render self-similar fractals in real time Fractals are generated from systems of equations that describe how points are transformed. These systems can be solved using substitution, elimination, or matrices, making the app a natural companion for algebra and linear algebra coursework. New in Version 2.0 — Visual Fractal Builder Design fractals visually by placing and manipulating shapes on a grid. The visual builder converts geometric transformations into the underlying mathematical coefficients automatically, allowing you to: • Experiment without starting from equations • See how transformations affect the final fractal • Better understand how IFS systems are constructed This makes fractals more intuitive, especially for visual learners. Learn, Experiment, and Explore • Recreate classic fractals included in the app • Modify existing systems or create your own • Watch a built-in tutorial explaining how the math behind fractals works Export and Share • Export high-resolution images • Optional transparent backgrounds for PNG export • Save to Photos or share your creations easily Fractal Generator Pro Unlock the full experience with a one-time Pro upgrade: • All fractal collections • Visual drag-and-drop builder • Advanced export options No subscriptions. No accounts. No tracking. If you previously purchased any fractal pack, restoring purchases automatically unlocks Pro. Designed for iPhone, iPad, and Mac Support: support@lightbulblearninglogic.com Privacy Policy: https://lightbulblearninglogic.com/privacy-policy/

About

Crystal Flight

Experience free flight within diverse crystal environments. Navigate your journey by simply tilting your iPhone or iPad to control direction.

Highlights
  • Free flight simulation
  • Crystal environments
  • Tilt-to-navigate controls
  • iPhone and iPad support
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Fly freely in a variety of crystals. To navigate, simply tilt your iPhone or iPad in the direction you want to go.

Screenshots

Fractal Generator4 screens
Crystal Flight4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Crystal Flight at 5.0 against Fractal Generator's 4.3. Crystal Flight also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 5). Fractal Generator's advantage is ratings volume (6 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads 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. Fractal Generator sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Crystal Flight asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Crystal Flight holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Fractal Generator has 6 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Fractal Generator ships an update every 3 months, Crystal Flight every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Fractal Generator versus Crystal Flight: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFractal GeneratorCrystal Flight
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (6 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews60.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings6 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 5 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size19 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRussell ThormanJeff Weeks

Customer experience

Fractal Generator

All ratings6 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative16.7%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive60.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative40.0%

Crystal Flight

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Fractal Generator

One-time5
  • Leaf Collection$0.99
  • Snowflake Collection$0.99
  • Arrow Collection$0.99
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  • Spiral Collection$0.99
  • Fractal Generator Pro$2.99
None

Crystal Flight

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Fractal Generator free?
Fractal Generator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Crystal Flight free?
Crystal Flight is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Fractal Generator or Crystal Flight?
Crystal Flight is rated higher. Fractal Generator averages 4.3 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while Crystal Flight averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Fractal Generator or Crystal Flight have ads?
Neither Fractal Generator nor Crystal Flight shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Fractal Generator or Crystal Flight?
Fractal Generator ships an update every 3 months, and Crystal Flight every 5 months. Most recently, Fractal Generator was updated on October 29, 2026 and Crystal Flight on October 2, 2026.

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