Capture Mobile vs LayerMapper AI Shaders
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Capture Mobile
Visualize project files for lighting and stage design on your iPad and iPhone. Supports industry-standard protocols like Art-Net, sACN, and CITP for DMX control. Compatible with files from various editions.
- View and visualize project files
- Supports Art-Net, sACN, CITP protocols
- Ethernet-based DMX control
- Compatible with Student Edition files
- Bidirectional CITP for fixture focusing
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With our Capture iOS app you can view and visualise Capture project files on the iPad and iPhone. It supports the Art-Net, sACN and CITP ethernet protocols for ethernet-based DMX. (Bidirectional CITP communication is limited to fixture focusing. Other protocols normally available in our macOS app, such as for instance NDI, are not available.) In addition to opening files from our regular Editions, files from the Student Edition are also supported.
LayerMapper AI Shaders
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LayerMapper GLSL – AI-Powered Visual Performance Engine - LayerMapper MApp Direct Integration! Transform your iPhone or iPad into an elite, AI-driven visual powerhouse. LayerMapper GLSL combines the cutting-edge power of Artificial Intelligence with professional-grade shader rendering, designed specifically for VJs, visual artists, and live performers. 440+ PRO-CURATED SHADERS: - Experience a massive, hand-picked library of over 440 pre-fabricated and parameterized GLSL shaders. Each shader is optimized for performance and ready for immediate use. - 21 Professional Categories: Tunnels, Nature, Geometric, Retro, Psychedelic, Abstract, Cosmic, Organic, Liquid, Fire, Audio Reactive, 3D Style, Particles, Neon, and more. - Deep Customization: Every shader comes with pre-mapped parameters for instant manipulation. AI-POWERED SHADER GENERATION: - Bridge the gap between imagination and code. Describe your vision, and our AI builds the engine. - Text-to-Shader: Generate complex GLSL code from simple natural language prompts. - AI Optimization: Ask the AI to refine code, fix bugs, or add new visual layers to existing shaders. - Creative Partner: Perfect for non-coders to create unique visuals and for pros to speed up their workflow. PRO VJ CONNECTIVITY & SYNC: - Engineered for the stage, LayerMapper GLSL integrates seamlessly into professional live setups. - Broadcast Clean Output: Stream a dedicated, UI-free visual feed directly to LayerMapper MApp. - Multicast Networking: High-speed, ultra-low latency synchronization across your local network. - WiFi Shader Sync: Instantly beam your AI creations between devices for multi-screen performances. REAL-TIME PERFORMANCE CONTROL: - Live Parameter Tweaking: Adjust colors, speed, intensity, and complexity on the fly with zero lag. - Metal-Accelerated Rendering: Smooth, 60 FPS performance powered by Apple’s Metal GPU framework. - Full-Screen Performance Mode: Hide the interface for a pure visual output experience. COMMUNITY & ORGANIZATION: - Global Community Library: Access an ever-growing repository of shaders created and shared by the LayerMapper community. - Advanced Management: Organize your visual arsenal using a robust Folders and Categories system. - SwiftData Storage: Save over 30,000+ custom shaders with persistent, high-speed storage. - Full Code Editor: Syntax highlighting and AI-assisted completion for manual coding. AI-POWERED WORKFLOW: - Describe your desired effect (e.g., "A liquid neon pulse reacting to bass"). - Generate custom code instantly via AI. - Refine and tweak parameters in real-time. - Organize into custom folders for your next set. - Broadcast clean output to LayerMapper MApp via Multicast Networking. - Perform live with ultra-low latency. TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS: - iOS 17.0 or later - iPhone or iPad with Metal support - Internet connection for AI generation and Community Library features REQUIRES IN-APP PURCHASE • 7-DAY FREE TRIAL AVAILABLE SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION: MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION: 4.40$/month Includes a 7-day FREE trial for new users. Unlocks all 440+ shaders, AI generation, Community Library, and Pro Sync features. Payment charged to Apple ID; auto-renews unless cancelled 24 hours before the period ends. PRIVACY: We respect your creativity. Your shaders stay on your device. AI processing is secure and anonymous. No personal data is collected. SUPPORT: layermapper@gmail.com Terms: https://layermapper.com/terms Privacy: https://layermapper.com/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Capture Mobile at none against LayerMapper AI Shaders's 2. Capture Mobile also leads on iOS requirement (14.1 vs 17). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
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. LayerMapper AI Shaders sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Capture Mobile asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Capture Mobile | LayerMapper AI Shaders |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (5 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 5 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 14.1 — better | 17 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 120 MB | 15 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Capture Visualisation AB | Denis Grzechnik |
In-app purchases
Capture Mobile
No in-app purchases
LayerMapper AI Shaders
- LayerMapper7 Days trial$4.991 Month
- LayerMapper GLSL Subscription14 Days trial$44.001 Year
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