# R vs Below

The clearest difference is price: Below at Free against R's $29.99. Below also leads on update cadence (every 11 days vs monthly). R's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.0) and review sentiment (100% vs 67%). On ratings volume, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Below is free to download; R costs $29.99 up front. R sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Below sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

R holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 9 and 6 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of R's written reviews are positive against 67% of Below's.

R ships an update monthly, Below every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on September 10, 2026 and September 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | R | Below |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $29.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[5.0 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/r-digit/id1510783962/reviews)** | [4.0 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/below-magic/id6467542510/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **9** | 6 |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 66.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 11 days** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 15 MB | 46 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Benjamin Vianney](https://appshunter.io/developer/1376014245) | [French Twins Illusion](https://appshunter.io/developer/1708789254) |

## What reviewers say

### R

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/r-digit/id1510783962)

This app allows numbers to magically transfer from a spectator's phone to yours, mimicking a real calculator interface. It offers a variety of magic effects and configurable options, including Bluetooth remote control support. Designed for magicians, it enables seamless transitions between calculator and routine modes.

**Highlights:** Spectator number transfer, Realistic calculator interface, Switch between modes, Chainable routines, Configurable effects, Bluetooth remote support

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Digits Peek | $8.99 | one-time |
| LED travel | $9.99 | one-time |
| R-Digit + | $24.99 | one-time |


### Below

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/below-magic/id6467542510)

Transform everyday objects into something else using your phone's camera. This app visually changes items like cards live, allowing for impressive illusions. It's designed for both close-up and stage magic performances.

**Highlights:** Live object transformation, Uses phone camera for illusions, Changes cards and business cards, Suitable for close-up magic, Suitable for stage performances

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Buy BELOW | $129.00 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is R free?

R costs $29.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Below free?

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

### Which has better reviews, R or Below?

R is rated higher. R averages 5.0 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while Below averages 4.0 from 6 ratings.

### Do R or Below have ads?

Neither R nor Below shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, R or Below?

R ships an update monthly, and Below every 11 days. Most recently, R was updated on September 10, 2026 and Below on September 7, 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.*