# Mimic XR vs CraftOS

The clearest difference is rating: CraftOS at 4.8 against Mimic XR's 3.5. CraftOS also leads on review sentiment (88% vs 50%) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Mimic XR sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and CraftOS sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

CraftOS holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 17 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of Mimic XR's written reviews are positive against 88% of CraftOS's.

Mimic XR ships an update every 7 months, CraftOS every 4 months. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Mimic XR | CraftOS |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.5 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mimic-xr/id1518029223/reviews) | **[4.8 (17 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/craftos-pc/id1565893014/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **17** |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | **88.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | **Every 4 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 25 MB | 11 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | +4 | 4+ |
| Developer | [XR Tools LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1096409645) | [Jack Bruienne](https://appshunter.io/developer/1542538425) |

## What reviewers say

### Mimic XR

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mimic-xr/id1518029223)

Capture facial expressions and voice in real-time using your device's camera and stream them to 3D characters in Blender. Sync audio and video for lifelike animation and create unique mixed-media content.

**Highlights:** Real-time facial motion capture, TrueDepth camera integration, WiFi streaming to Blender, Simultaneous audio/video recording, Lip-sync animation, Blender Video Editor integration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| One-time purchase | $24.99 | one-time |


### CraftOS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/craftos-pc/id1565893014)

This app emulates a classic text-based computer environment, allowing you to write and run Lua programs. It's perfect for learning to code or exploring existing programs from a popular Minecraft mod, all within a retro terminal interface.

**Highlights:** Lua 5.2+ scripting environment, 16-color text-based terminal, Virtual filesystem, Built-in shell, Extensive APIs, Compatibility with ComputerCraft programs, Exclusive graphics mode

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Plugin Collection 1 | $0.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Mimic XR free?

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

### Is CraftOS free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Mimic XR or CraftOS?

CraftOS is rated higher. Mimic XR averages 3.5 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while CraftOS averages 4.8 from 17 ratings.

### Do Mimic XR or CraftOS have ads?

Neither Mimic XR nor CraftOS shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Mimic XR or CraftOS?

Mimic XR ships an update every 7 months, and CraftOS every 4 months. Most recently, Mimic XR was updated on November 3, 2026 and CraftOS on November 3, 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.*