Fractal Generator vs RealMandelRender
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Create fractals analytically
- Visual drag-and-drop fractal builder
- Learn fractal mathematics
- Experiment with transformations
- Export high-resolution images
- Built-in tutorial
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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/
RealMandelRender
Explore the infinite beauty of the Mandelbrot set with real-time GPU rendering. Adjust parameters like iteration count and precision for detailed fractal art. Save favorite views and discover scenic points.
- Real-time GPU rendering
- High-precision rendering (up to 128-bit)
- Customizable iteration count and calculations
- Variety of color options
- Interactive drag and pinch gestures
- Pre-set scenic points and random generation
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This "RealMandelRender" is an iOS app that utilizes WebGL 2.0's transform feedback to render Mandelbrot sets in real-time. It allows high-precision rendering up to quad float (128-bit) with a variety of color options. You can draw the Mandelbrot set using various parameters, but if you're not sure, simply press the "RANDOM" button to enjoy a variety of images! You can use drag and pinch gestures to move and zoom the image. Tapping the arrow in the lower right corner toggles the menu on/off. You can adjust various parameters to freely draw Mandelbrot sets. Instructions with images on how to use the app are available at the following URL: https://minnano.app/support/realmandelrender/how-to-operate/ ① ITERATION The Mandelbrot set is drawn by repeatedly calculating the following equation. In section ①, you control the number of iterations. Zn+1 = Zn * Zn + C CALCS/FRAME Specifies the number of calculations per frame. If the app feels heavy, try reducing this value to lessen the rendering load. However, setting this value too low can result in flickering of the shape during drag/pinch operations. CALCS/LIMIT Sets the upper limit for the number of calculations. Increasing this value allows detailed rendering of intricate parts of the shape. Conversely, lowering this value results in a rougher representation, but it might reveal interesting shapes during the rendering process. ② PRECISION Selects the rendering precision. Higher precision allows accurate rendering even when zoomed in but increases rendering load. You can choose from 32-bit, 64-bit, and 128-bit. Larger values result in higher rendering accuracy. Enabling the "AUTO" option automatically adjusts the rendering precision based on the zoom level of the shape. (To select 128-bit, you need to turn on the "SHOW PREC 128 BIT" option in the following ⑥ HIGH LOAD section.) ③ CENTER FIX Fixes the center coordinates of the image, preventing the shape from moving when dragged. SHOW Displays a crosshair to indicate the center coordinates of the image. ④ DATA COLOR Changes the color pattern used for rendering the shape. TOUR Allows selection and display of over 100 recommended scenic points for viewing. ⑤ OTHER INFO Displays coordinates, zoom level, and iteration count at the top of the screen. Tapping the displayed coordinates or zoom level opens a pop-up for editing. You can directly specify coordinates and zoom level by editing this text and selecting "UPDATE." Additionally, saving this text in a note-taking app allows you to easily access your favorite points. The meanings of each symbol are as follows: RE: Real Axis IM: Imaginary Axis SC: Scale IT: Iteration Count FPS Displays the frames per second (FPS) on the bottom left corner of the screen. Useful for monitoring rendering load. RANDOM Randomly selects and displays one of the recommended scenic points. If you're not sure how to adjust the parameters, simply press this button to enjoy various images. ⑥ HIGH LOAD In this section, settings for options that demand high rendering load are configured. The option values in this section are not saved and will be turned off every time the application is launched for safety reasons. If you have the latest iPhone/iPad, use the options in this section to fully enjoy beautiful images. HIGH DPI Displays images with higher dot density. LIMIT × 10 Sets the calculation limit to ten times the value displayed in "CALCS/LIMIT." NO LIMIT Calculates indefinitely without an upper limit for iterations. SHOW PREC 128 BIT Adds the option to select 128-bit precision alongside 32-bit and 64-bit in rendering accuracy. *Note: Enabling the "SHOW PREC 128 BIT" option alone does not enable rendering in 128-bit precision. After enabling it, you also need to select 128-bit precision in the ② PRECISION section.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Fractal Generator at Free against RealMandelRender's $1.99. Fractal Generator also leads on ratings volume (6 vs 1). RealMandelRender's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.3) and review sentiment (100% vs 60%). On ads, device support and iOS requirement 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
Fractal Generator is free to download; RealMandelRender costs $1.99 up front. Fractal Generator sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. RealMandelRender asks for nothing beyond the download.
RealMandelRender 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. Written reviews point the same way: 60% of Fractal Generator's written reviews are positive against 100% of RealMandelRender's.
| Parameter | Fractal Generator | RealMandelRender |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $1.99 |
| Rating | 4.3 (6 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 60.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 6 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases — better | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 19 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Russell Thorman | Fumitake Kume |
Customer experience
Fractal Generator
RealMandelRender
In-app purchases
Fractal Generator
- 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
RealMandelRender
No in-app purchases
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