Comparison

Destroyer vs Abstractor

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Destroyer

Create unique visual compositions by merging two images using various algorithms. Explore different variations with a shuffle function and unlock export options. Push the boundaries of creative destruction with unexpected results.

Highlights
  • Combine any two images
  • 3 distinct algorithms
  • Shuffle for variations
  • Unlock image export
  • Creative visual results
Features
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Combine any two images to get new unexpected visual results - Choose between 3 algorithms - Push shuffle for variations - Unlock to export image ---- Follow us on Instagram: @fvnction_

About

Abstractor

This drawing app uses generative magic and dynamic flow brushes to create unique, animated artwork. Explore infinite possibilities with brushes that respond to your gestures, imported images, and algorithmic patterns.

Highlights
  • Generative flow brushes
  • Image-driven velocity maps
  • Algorithmic particle behavior
  • Color shifting based on stroke
  • Layer support
  • Color source layers
Features
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ABSTRACTOR: PAINT WITH GENERATIVE MAGIC Unleash your vision with Abstractor, a poetic drawing app for iPad and iPhone, crafted for artist explorers and playful creators. Paint with infinite possibilities, where every stroke pulses with generative magic. FLOW BRUSHES: THE HEART OF CREATION Dive into the soul of Abstractor with flow brushes, where particles swirl like living liquids, leaving hypnotic trails across your canvas. These dynamic tools respond to three unique velocity maps: • Stroke Paths: Your gestures carve flowing rivers, guiding particles along vibrant trails. • Image-Driven Flow: Import an image to shape a velocity field, infusing brushes with textured, directional energy. • Algorithmic Soul: Add generated noise or patterns to give particles a distinct character—turbulent storms or gentle ripples. Tune particle behaviors in real time, sculpting their essence like a visual composer. Blend these maps to create mesmerizing, emergent patterns that surprise and inspire, making every stroke a performance. Colors shift with stroke angle, pressure, or speed, weaving emotion into every line. Use familiar layers or bind tools to them for tailored magic. Paint over a color source layer, pulling hues from imported images to craft radiant distortions—flow brushes shine here, warping visuals into dreamlike abstractions. Abstractor is your canvas for boundless wonder. Download now and let your art flow eternal.

Screenshots

Destroyer3 screens
Abstractor4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Abstractor at 71% against Destroyer's 0%. Abstractor also leads on price (Free vs $1.99) and rating (5.0 vs 3.0). Destroyer's advantage is device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18.0). On ads and in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Abstractor is free to download; Destroyer costs $1.99 up front. Destroyer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Abstractor sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Abstractor holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Abstractor has 7 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Destroyer's written reviews are positive against 71% of Abstractor's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Destroyer ships an update every 2 weeks, Abstractor every 5 days. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Destroyer versus Abstractor: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDestroyerAbstractor
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating3.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (7 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews71.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings17 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAlexey Linkovsuperdiagonal

Customer experience

Destroyer

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral100.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative50.0%

Abstractor

All ratings5 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive71.4%
Neutral14.3%
Negative14.3%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Destroyer

One-time1
  • Unlock image export$4.99
1 purchases

Abstractor

One-time1
  • All-Access$9.99

Questions

Is Destroyer free?
Destroyer costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Abstractor free?
Abstractor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Destroyer or Abstractor?
Abstractor is rated higher. Destroyer averages 3.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Abstractor averages 5.0 from 7 ratings.
Do Destroyer or Abstractor have ads?
Neither Destroyer nor Abstractor shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Destroyer or Abstractor?
Destroyer ships an update every 2 weeks, and Abstractor every 5 days. Most recently, Destroyer was updated on November 3, 2026 and Abstractor on November 3, 2026.

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