VDateNow vs Holo
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
VDateNow
Create augmented reality scenes by placing virtual characters on real-world surfaces. Take photos from any angle, customize characters with different VRM models, and even import external animations. This app allows for immersive virtual photography experiences.
- Augmented reality character placement
- Customizable VRM model import
- External motion import
- Any-angle photography
- Marker image toggle
- Smartphone VR goggles support
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[Application overview] *When you see the marker on the table with the terminal camera, the character sits on the other side of the table. *You can take pictures from any angle you like. *You can change the characters by loading another VRM model you prepared. (You can import VRM model from VRoid Hub) *You can also use VR goggles for smartphones (The camera is not blocked.) to see 3D images. *You can also import and play external motions. [how to use] *Pre-work 1. Print the images shown below in A3 size (210 * 297mm). https://drive.google.com/open?id=1aso6gAUGB4HI2F_N13i5yd0A4FteaKOB 2. Place the printed image on the table where you want the character to appear. * How to operate this application ** How to make a character appear 1. When you start the application, the character list will be displayed, so please select the model you want to display. *Initially, Alicia Solid is the only character. You will learn how to add other models later. 2. Press the Menu icon to delete the Character List window. (Press again to redisplay) 3. Please look at the pictures you prepared in advance through phone camera. 4. When the "character selection" and "Fit image to camera" conditions are met, the characters automatically appear and sit at the table. We're all set. ** After the character appeared - Press the camera icon to take a picture. Take a picture from any position you like. The shot images are saved in the Gallery. - Press cloth icon to hide (or show) marker image. Hide mode is helpful when you want to put objects on the real maker and take pictures. - Press character icon, and she/he appears again. - You can load the other model to change to her/him. *How to Add VRM Models * Cautions * Read and use VRM files in accordance with the terms of use of each VRM file. Click the “Import VRM Files” button and select the model files you want to import. Such files must have the .vrm extension. The previous method used in versions 2.9.0 and earlier — manually placing files directly under the “VDateNow” folder (subfolders allowed) — is still supported. [Privacy Policy] *This application uses the camera of the terminal for AR display. *This app accesses your photo library to save photos [About Default Models] *This application uses the following VRM files as default characters. DWANGO Co., Ltd. "ニコニ立体ちゃん" http://3d.nicovideo.jp/alicia/
Holo
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This is an app that uses motion capture to give you an MR experience that makes you feel like you are having a dance lesson with the virtual character Holo-chan. You can pretend to be another Holo-chan and practice the movements of one dance phrase together. *Sony's mobile motion capture mocopi (https://www.sony.jp/mocopi/) will be used for motion capture. *Holo-chan is an original virtual character from Hologram. By using Hologlass Duo / Hologlass Mono, you can have a more immersive experience as an MR or VR app. (You can also play as an AR app with just a smartphone.) https://ho-lo.jp/lp-duo/ https://ho-lo.jp/lp-mono/ *You can have a more immersive experience as an MR or VR app by using Dangla instead of Hologlass, but please note that in that case, you will not be able to freely move the hand holding Dangla. . https://ho-lo.jp/products/hardware/dangla/ *This app uses a camera. Please be careful not to cover the camera with your fingers while using it, as unexpected behavior may occur. ―――――――――――――――――――――――――――――― 【Method of operation】 Select and operate menus by moving the orientation of your smartphone and keeping the cursor in the center of the screen aligned with the menu item. You can also select menu items by pressing the right button on Dangla, or near the ▲ button at the bottom right on a smartphone. You can also display the menu in front of you by pressing the left button on Dangla, or near the ▲ button at the bottom left on a single smartphone. If you are using Hologlass or Danlra, please set it in MR or VR mode, and if you are using a smartphone alone, please set it to 1 eye in AR mode. Regarding the screen size, you can adjust the appearance when using Dangla by adjusting the size to match the size of your smartphone. Basically, by adjusting the screen according to whether the screen of your smartphone is large or small, it will be displayed beautifully. 【please note】 -Please do not use this app on public roads or in crowded places. - Small children must be accompanied by a guardian at all times to ensure their safety. ・Do not point Dangla towards the sun. ・Do not use in two-lens mode if you are under the age of 13 and your vision is still developing. - We will not compensate for any damage caused by using this app, whether direct or indirect. [Seller] https://ho-lo.jp/
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Verdict
VDateNow and Holo are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters — price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.
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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
VDateNow ships an update every 2 months, Holo every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | VDateNow | Holo |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.0 (5 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 5 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 182 MB | 82 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Yoshihiro Ito | Hologram Co.,Ltd. |
In-app purchases
VDateNow
No in-app purchases
Holo
No in-app purchases









