Comparison

The Photo Window vs Depth Map Extractor

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

Head to head
About

The Photo Window

Apply 3D effects to portrait photos using depth map data. Slice images into layers, adjust depth, and rotate for unique visual styles. Unlock advanced features like multi-axis tilting and depth-of-field control.

Highlights
  • 3D slicing of portrait photos
  • Adjustable depth and rotation
  • Multi-axis tilting (Pro)
  • Depth-of-field control (Pro)
  • Import and save manipulated scenes (Pro)
Features
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ABOUT THIS APP The Photo Window was created by HullBreach Studios as a tool to apply a number of three-dimensional features to Portrait photos taken on a supported device through the Camera app or directly within The Photo Window itself. HOW IT WORKS For Portrait photos, iOS generates depth maps and embeds them within the photo files. Depending on the device, this could be from the disparity between the captured photos (relative depth) or data from the TruthDepth or LiDaR scanners (absolute depth). The Photo Window processes that depth map and uses it as a slicer, which is similar to how 3D printers or medical imagery work. This slicer generates 200 layers from the image, each representing a specific depth. From there, it is possible to have all kinds of fun with the photo! PHOTO SOURCES * Dual back camera * Triple back camera * LIDAR back camera * Front TrueDepth "selfie" camera PHOTO EFFECTS * Solid slicing * Adjustable depth * 3D rotation (Y axis) * Scaling If your device lacks a camera capable of generating depth maps, you can still rotate a flat image. UNLOCK PRO MODE FOR: * Tilting the image on multiple axes * Depth-of-field and focal plan configuration * Solid and hollow slicing mode toggle * Importing photos from the device's Photo Gallery. * Saving manipulated scenes to the Photo Gallery. SPECIAL NOTE: In v1.5.0, Photo Window Lite and Photo Window Pro have been merged into a single app. A few added features from Pro have been made available by default. The rest of the Pro features are now unlockable within the same unified app.

About

Depth Map Extractor

Generate detailed depth maps from your photos and videos using on-device AI. Explore depth with visual filters and create depth-aware renders. Export your creations as images or videos for various creative and technical projects.

Highlights
  • On-device AI depth map generation
  • Supports multiple AI models
  • Cloud-free processing
  • Depth map visualization with filters
  • Depth-aware render creation
  • Export as images and videos
Features
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MAGMA turns photos and videos into detailed depth maps with powerful on-device AI models, including ZipDepth, Depth Anything V1 and V2, MiDaS Small, and Apple’s built-in Depth Data. Create depth maps without uploading your media to the cloud. Import photos and videos from your library, capture new content with the camera, or open files from the Files app. Compare the original media with its depth map, then explore depth with color maps, gradients, and visual filters. Go beyond depth maps: combine the original image with depth data to create and preview depth-aware renders. Export your results as images or videos for creative and technical workflows. MAGMA is made for developers, creators, filmmakers, photographers, and visual artists working with depth and spatial media—all on your iPhone or iPad. By using this app, you agree to Apple’s standard Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

The Photo Window3 screens
Depth Map Extractor4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Depth Map Extractor at monthly against The Photo Window's every 3 months. Depth Map Extractor also leads on rating (4.2 vs 4.0) and ratings volume (6 vs 2). The Photo Window's advantage is iOS requirement (15.4 vs 17.0). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases 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. The Photo Window sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Depth Map Extractor sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Depth Map Extractor holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 6 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 0% and 0% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

The Photo Window ships an update every 3 months, Depth Map Extractor monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
The Photo Window versus Depth Map Extractor: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThe Photo WindowDepth Map Extractor
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (2 ratings)4.2 (6 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings26 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.4 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB102 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHullBreach Studios Ltd.Nelson Cruz

Customer experience

The Photo Window

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative50.0%

Depth Map Extractor

All ratings6 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative16.7%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

The Photo Window

One-time1
  • Pro Mode$0.99
4 purchases

Depth Map Extractor

Subscriptions3
  • Maga PRO weekly$2.997 Days
  • Maga PRO monthly$5.991 Month
  • Magma PRO yearly$14.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$19.99

Questions

Is The Photo Window free?
The Photo Window is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Depth Map Extractor free?
Depth Map Extractor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, The Photo Window or Depth Map Extractor?
Depth Map Extractor is rated higher. The Photo Window averages 4.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Depth Map Extractor averages 4.2 from 6 ratings.
Do The Photo Window or Depth Map Extractor have ads?
Neither The Photo Window nor Depth Map Extractor shows ads.
Which is updated more often, The Photo Window or Depth Map Extractor?
The Photo Window ships an update every 3 months, and Depth Map Extractor monthly. Most recently, The Photo Window was updated on October 29, 2026 and Depth Map Extractor on October 30, 2026.

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