# impcat vs UnTrap for YouTube

The clearest difference is rating: UnTrap for YouTube at 4.1 against impcat's 2.7. UnTrap for YouTube also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 18 months) and review sentiment (62% vs 32%). impcat's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 13) and price ($2.99 vs $4.99). On ads, monetization model and chart position there is nothing between them.

impcat costs $2.99 and UnTrap for YouTube $4.99 up front. UnTrap for YouTube sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. impcat asks for nothing beyond the download.

UnTrap for YouTube holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 2.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: UnTrap for YouTube has 506 ratings behind it against 48, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 32% of impcat's written reviews are positive against 62% of UnTrap for YouTube's.

impcat ships an update every 18 months, UnTrap for YouTube fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | impcat | UnTrap for YouTube |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$2.99** | $4.99 |
| Rating | [2.7 (48 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/impcat/id1496845136/reviews) | **[4.1 (506 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/untrap-for-youtube/id1637438059/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 48 | **506** |
| Positive reviews | 32.1% of reviews | **61.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 18 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #41 | **#32** |
| Size | 20 MB | 61 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **15.4** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Design Bench - Immersive Agency](https://appshunter.io/developer/1496845135) | [Yevhen Tretiakov](https://appshunter.io/developer/1592732760) |

## What reviewers say

### impcat

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/impcat/id1496845136)

**Currently charting:** #41 Top Paid · Productivity (US App Store)

This app simulates photorealistic painting results for gaming and tabletop miniatures. It allows users to customize miniature sections with colors they own or plan to buy, using manufacturer-promoted palettes. The simulation includes base coloring, layering, shading, and highlighting.

**Highlights:** Photorealistic painting simulation, Customizable miniature sections, Manufacturer-promoted color palettes, Automated color complement recommendations, Shopping list generator, Custom color creation and mixing, Color scheme inspiration randomizer

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great for planning paint schemes
- 💡 Useful for visualizing colors
- ✨ Realistic rendering
- 🚀 Helpful community support (subreddit)
- ✅ Good for beginners

**What reviewers complain about**

- 👎 Very limited built-in models
- 💸 High cost for limited content
- 🧩 Complicated import process
- 🤷‍♂️ Lack of clear instructions
- ⏳ App feels abandoned/no updates

**Reported bugs**

- In-app store not working
- App restarts when using mixed colors
- Update broke Apple Pencil functionality on iPad
- File browser is annoying
- Importing models on iOS not functional

**Requested features**

- Add more Warhammer 40K .SVG models
- Include Citadel paint color references
- Permanent toggle-off for auto mode
- Landscape mode
- Easier way to import minis


### UnTrap for YouTube

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/untrap-for-youtube/id1637438059)

**Currently charting:** #32 Top Paid · Productivity (US App Store)

Enhance your YouTube viewing with over 250 features designed to remove distractions and boost productivity. Enjoy AI-powered video summaries, customizable layouts, content filtering, and focus tools for a cleaner, more efficient experience.

**Highlights:** AI video summaries, Hide Shorts, comments, and suggestions, Layout customization, Content filtering, Focus tools, Auto-redirect homepage, Hide ad banners

**Features:** Safari Extension, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $35.99 | per year |
| Tip | $24.99 | one-time |
| Tip | $34.99 | one-time |
| TIp | $39.99 | one-time |
| Tip | $44.99 | one-time |
| Tip | $49.99 | one-time |
| Tip | $59.99 | one-time |
| Tip | $69.99 | one-time |
| Tip | $79.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime | $79.99 | one-time |
| Tip | $89.99 | one-time |
| Tip | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Customizable YouTube experience
- 🔒 Blocks distractions like Shorts and recommendations
- 👍 Improves productivity and focus
- 👍 Extensive customization options
- 👍 Works on Safari browser

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs with hiding comments and playlists
- 🐛 Issues with blocking channels and videos
- 🐛 Performance slowdowns
- 🔒 Concerns about invasive permissions
- 💰 Paid app with additional subscription model

**Reported bugs**

- Shorts not being blocked consistently
- Buttons and features not working as expected
- Sync and login issues
- Compatibility problems with iOS updates

**Requested features**

- Option to disable video autoplay
- Ability to block specific channels and videos
- Sync settings across devices
- Preset customization profiles
- Support for Chrome and other browsers


## Frequently asked questions

### Is impcat free?

impcat costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is UnTrap for YouTube free?

UnTrap for YouTube costs $4.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, impcat or UnTrap for YouTube?

UnTrap for YouTube is rated higher. impcat averages 2.7 out of 5 from 48 ratings, while UnTrap for YouTube averages 4.1 from 506 ratings.

### Do impcat or UnTrap for YouTube have ads?

Neither impcat nor UnTrap for YouTube shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, impcat or UnTrap for YouTube?

impcat ships an update every 18 months, and UnTrap for YouTube fortnightly. Most recently, impcat was updated on October 20, 2026 and UnTrap for YouTube on October 19, 2026.

### Which is more popular, impcat or UnTrap for YouTube?

impcat currently peaks at #41 in the App Store charts, and UnTrap for YouTube at #32. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*