# The ReaList vs Magic Reality

The clearest difference is rating: Magic Reality at 5.0 against The ReaList's 4.5. Magic Reality also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs paid). The ReaList's advantage is review sentiment (81% vs 60%) and ratings volume (30 vs 2). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. The ReaList sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Magic Reality sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Magic Reality holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: The ReaList has 30 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 81% of The ReaList's written reviews are positive against 60% of Magic Reality's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

The ReaList ships an update fortnightly, Magic Reality monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | The ReaList | Magic Reality |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (30 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-realist/id1476768138/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magic-reality/id6479983794/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **30** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | **81.0% of reviews** | 60.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 40 MB | 236 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Grigor Rostami](https://appshunter.io/developer/331480973) | [Open zone](https://appshunter.io/developer/1697278684) |

## What reviewers say

### The ReaList

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-realist/id1476768138)

This app enables magicians to perform incredible predictions using a borrowed phone, with no need for their own device. It offers two unique methods for both close-up and stage performances, allowing for instant, examinable magic with customisable presets.

**Highlights:** Perform on a borrowed phone, No phone usage during performance, Two unique prediction methods, Instant reset and multiple predictions, Create and share custom presets, Stage magic for large audiences, Bluetooth remote input

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ReaList Free | Free | one-time |
| Full Version | $69.99 | one-time |


### Magic Reality

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magic-reality/id6479983794)

This app uses augmented reality to create stunning, ultra-visual card transformations without any special decks or gimmicks. It's designed for magicians of all levels to enhance their routines and perform breathtaking magic tricks easily.

**Highlights:** Augmented reality card transformations, Use with any standard deck, No gimmicks or sleight of hand required, Easy to use for all skill levels, Ultra-visual magic effects, Pre-designed and custom routines

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Digital Flap ∞ | $39.99 | one-time |
| Digital Flap ∞ | $44.99 | one-time |
| Digital Flap ∞ | $119.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is The ReaList free?

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

### Is Magic Reality free?

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

### Which has better reviews, The ReaList or Magic Reality?

Magic Reality is rated higher. The ReaList averages 4.5 out of 5 from 30 ratings, while Magic Reality averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do The ReaList or Magic Reality have ads?

Neither The ReaList nor Magic Reality shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, The ReaList or Magic Reality?

The ReaList ships an update fortnightly, and Magic Reality monthly. Most recently, The ReaList was updated on November 3, 2026 and Magic Reality on November 4, 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.*