# Cyclops AR vs FinderKit

The clearest difference is rating: FinderKit at 4.9 against Cyclops AR's 3.7. FinderKit also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and review sentiment (90% vs 67%). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Cyclops AR sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and FinderKit sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

FinderKit holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 13 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of Cyclops AR's written reviews are positive against 90% of FinderKit's.

Cyclops AR ships an update monthly, FinderKit every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on July 23, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Cyclops AR | FinderKit |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cyclops-ar/id1475566111/reviews) | **[4.9 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/finderkit-viewfinder/id1634870713/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **13** |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | **89.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 442 MB | 43 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [The Third Floor, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1375176675) | [Zak Ray](https://appshunter.io/developer/890528996) |

## What reviewers say

### Cyclops AR

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cyclops-ar/id1475566111)

Visualize digital assets and architectural designs in real-world environments using augmented reality. Professionals can preview CG characters, set extensions, and building proposals directly on location, enhancing pre-production and design workflows.

**Highlights:** AR visualization of digital assets, Real-time animation and lighting, Google Maps integration with sun path, Professional camera and lens matching, Import/export with Unreal Engine, AI People compositing, Lidar for holdout geometry

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Maps Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Assets Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Maps 6 Months | $5.99 | per 6 months |
| Pro Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Maps Yearly | $9.99 | per year |
| Assets Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Pro Monthly | $24.99 | per month |
| Assets 6 Months | $79.99 | per 6 months |
| Pro 6 Months | $124.99 | per 6 months |
| Assets Yearly | $150.00 | per year |


### FinderKit

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/finderkit-viewfinder/id1634870713)

This app simulates camera and lens combinations to provide an accurate preview for filmmaking and photography. It helps users organize projects, save media, and generate shotlists, streamlining workflow for creators and crews.

**Highlights:** Accurate camera and lens previews, Extensive camera and lens library, Project and scene organization, In-app gallery with notes, PDF shotlist export, Customizable overlays and accessories, Multicam preset buttons

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $4.99 | per month |
| Annual Subscription | $49.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Access | $29.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Cyclops AR free?

Cyclops AR is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is FinderKit free?

FinderKit is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Cyclops AR or FinderKit?

FinderKit is rated higher. Cyclops AR averages 3.7 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while FinderKit averages 4.9 from 13 ratings.

### Do Cyclops AR or FinderKit have ads?

Neither Cyclops AR nor FinderKit shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Cyclops AR or FinderKit?

Cyclops AR ships an update monthly, and FinderKit every 2 months. Most recently, Cyclops AR was updated on July 23, 2026 and FinderKit on September 21, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*