Comparison

KiraFlow vs Magnetic

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

Head to head
About

KiraFlow

Experience a calming and interactive art piece with flowing glitter particles that react to your device's tilt and touch. Enjoy a variety of glitter types and soothing twinkle sound effects to relax and unwind.

Highlights
  • Flowing glitter particles
  • Interactive tilt and touch controls
  • Various glitter types (stars, gems, etc.)
  • Twinkle sound effects
  • Calming and sleep aid
  • Particle-based fluid simulation
Features
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‥∴‥∵ Healing Glitter App ∵‥∴‥ Glitter particles flow smoothly on the screen. Tilt and touch the device to enjoy the mysterious movement of particles like ameba or slime. You'll be healed just by looking. ∴ Various glitters ∴ Stars, galaxies, water bubbles, gems, lame, neon, flowers, sand, dot, etc... (Planned to increase in the future) ∴ Twinkle sound effect ∴ A sparkling sound will be heard as the particles move. Please enjoy it with earphones. ∴ Invite a sleep ∴ Watching the smooth movements will calm your mind. It's also perfect for calming down for a while before going to sleep. ∴ For children who like glitter ∴ This app was created to please my daughter (4 years old) who loves princesses and glitter. The mysterious movement of glitter particles will be of interest to children. ・This app is an interactive art work that uses particle-based fluid simulation. ・No need to contact me to introduce this app on your media. News and support: Twitter (@m_hakozaki)

About

Magnetic

Features
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Magnetic is a mesmerizing real-time 3D metaball visualizer powered by Metal shaders. Watch liquid metal shapes merge, split, and flow — all rendered in real time on your device. React to music through your microphone, or let the built-in BPM engine drive the motion. FEATURES - Real-time ray-marched 3D metaballs - 5 material modes: Black, Mercury, Glass, Custom Color, Wireframe - 12+ HDRI environment maps including studio, nature, and planetary textures - Custom photo environment maps — use your own images - Custom background colors with built-in color picker - Audio-reactive mode with microphone input - Manual BPM control for precise rhythm sync - 9 orbit patterns: Random, Circle, Sphere, Torus, Spiral, Satellite, DNA, Figure-8, Wave - Adjustable ball count, size, spacing, and orbit range - Grid mode for structured arrangements - Camera mode with automatic cinematic movement - Double-tap to randomize patterns, colors, and configurations - Screen recording to save visualizations - Green screen mode for video compositing - Minimal dark UI with full parameter control Perfect as a live visual companion for music, a meditation tool, a creative screensaver, or just something beautiful to watch.

Screenshots

KiraFlow4 screens
Magnetic3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Magnetic at none against KiraFlow's 14. Magnetic also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 8 days vs every 2 months). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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

Both are free to download. KiraFlow sells 14 one-off in-app purchases. Magnetic asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

KiraFlow ships an update every 2 months, Magnetic every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
KiraFlow versus Magnetic: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKiraFlowMagnetic
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (315 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews78.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings315 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 8 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size83 MB38 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMasataka HakozakiKubo FUMIO

Bugs and requests

KiraFlow

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • No sound issue
  • App kicks out on startup
  • Not received money taken immediately

Requested features

12 requests
  • Option to adjust glitter speed
  • More sound options or sound customization
  • Ability to save creations/screenshots
  • More free glitter color options
  • Option to create custom glitter colors/gradients
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  • Different modes or themes (e.g., glitter on a table)
  • Option to set as wallpaper/lock screen
  • Option to react to music
  • Ability to select multiple fluids simultaneously
  • More dark backgrounds or background color adjustment
  • Option to adjust glitter amount
  • Add clock or pomodoro timer functionality

Magnetic

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

14 purchases

KiraFlow

One-time14
  • PACK 001 "TINY"$0.99
  • PACK 003 "LAME"$0.99
  • PACK 004 "GALAXY"$0.99
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  • PACK 005 "PHOTON"$0.99
  • PACK 006 "GEM"$0.99
  • PACK 007 "BLOOM"$0.99
  • PACK 010 "DOT"$0.99
  • PACK 011 "NEON"$0.99
  • PACK 015 "RAINBOW"$0.99
  • PACK 017 "STAR II"$0.99
  • PACK 013 "BUBBLE"$0.99
  • PACK 008 "HALF"$0.99
  • ADS REMOVAL$1.99
  • COMPLETE PACK$6.99
None

Magnetic

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is KiraFlow free?
KiraFlow is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Magnetic free?
Magnetic is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do KiraFlow or Magnetic have ads?
KiraFlow shows ads; Magnetic does not.
Which is updated more often, KiraFlow or Magnetic?
KiraFlow ships an update every 2 months, and Magnetic every 8 days. Most recently, KiraFlow was updated on September 24, 2026 and Magnetic on September 13, 2026.

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