Comparison

MEISAI Σ vs DepthVision LiDAR

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

Head to head
About

MEISAI Σ

This app utilizes LiDAR sensors to create augmented reality effects by recognizing surrounding shapes like walls and floors. It integrates with music to generate dynamic visual experiences, transforming your environment with new visual effects.

Highlights
  • LiDAR-based AR effects
  • Recognizes walls and floors
  • Music-reactive visuals
  • Dynamic environmental effects
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【Works with LiDAR-equipped iPhone/iPad only】 This is an AR effect application that uses LiDAR sensors. It recognizes the shapes of the surroundings such as walls and floors and uses them for effects to bring new visual effects. It also has a function that responds to music.

About

DepthVision LiDAR

Create unique videos using your device's LiDAR camera with various visual effects. Fine-tune animations, colors, and depth settings for precise scene control. Record with or without audio, and save your preferences for future use.

Highlights
  • Multiple LiDAR effects (Depth, Scanner, Zap, Pulse, Contours)
  • Advanced effect and palette customization
  • Adjustable depth range visualization
  • 30/60 FPS video capture
  • Audio recording with external mic support
  • Smart settings memory
  • Pro features: unlock recording and remove watermark
Features
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DepthVision LiDAR lets you create stunning videos using the LiDAR camera on your device and explore the world in a completely new visual style. Key Features: • Multiple LiDAR Effects Choose from Depth, Scanner, Zap, Pulse, and Contours effects to create dramatically different looks. • Advanced Effect Controls Fine-tune animation speed, pulse/contour line width, contour step, and rendering modes for more creative control. • Palette Customization Use the classic JET palette, green mode, or build your own gradient by selecting custom start and end colors. • Depth Range Control Adjust both minimum and maximum depth visualization range for more precise scenes and better subject separation. • 30 / 60 FPS Modes Switch between 30 FPS and 60 FPS capture modes depending on the look and performance you want. • Audio Recording Record video with microphone audio and toggle audio capture on or off before recording. Supports external microphones when available (Bluetooth / USB / wired). • Smart Settings Memory The app remembers your selected effect, palette, and effect parameters for the next session. • Pro Features Unlock video recording and remove the watermark with full access. Supported devices: • iPhone 12 Pro or later • iPad Pro 11-inch (3rd generation) or later • iPad Pro 12.9-inch (5th generation) or later Discover a new way to perceive the world around you with DepthVision LiDAR. Terms of Use: https://storiescamera.app/DepthVisionLiDAR_terms.html Privacy Policy: https://storiescamera.app/DepthVisionLiDAR_policy.html

Screenshots

MEISAI Σ4 screens
DepthVision LiDAR4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: MEISAI Σ at 3.5 against DepthVision LiDAR's 1.0. MEISAI Σ also leads on review sentiment (35% vs 0%) and in-app purchases (none vs 4). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. DepthVision LiDAR sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. MEISAI Σ asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

MEISAI Σ holds the better App Store score, 3.5 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MEISAI Σ has 8 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 35% of MEISAI Σ's written reviews are positive against 0% of DepthVision LiDAR's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MEISAI Σ ships an update every 2 weeks, DepthVision LiDAR every 28 months. The most recent releases landed on August 14, 2026 and August 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
MEISAI Σ versus DepthVision LiDAR: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMEISAI ΣDepthVision LiDAR
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.5 (8 ratings) — better1.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews35.5% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings8 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 28 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS14.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size87 MB14 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTakayuki WATANABEYaroslav Ermolaev

Customer experience

MEISAI Σ

All ratings8 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews31 reviews
Positive35.5%
Neutral6.5%
Negative58.1%

DepthVision LiDAR

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

None

MEISAI Σ

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

DepthVision LiDAR

Subscriptions2
  • Full Access$1.991 Month
  • Full Access (1 year)$9.991 Year
One-time2
  • Full Access Lifetime (special)$9.99
  • Full Access Lifetime$22.99

Questions

Is MEISAI Σ free?
MEISAI Σ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is DepthVision LiDAR free?
DepthVision LiDAR is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, MEISAI Σ or DepthVision LiDAR?
MEISAI Σ is rated higher. MEISAI Σ averages 3.5 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while DepthVision LiDAR averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.
Do MEISAI Σ or DepthVision LiDAR have ads?
Neither MEISAI Σ nor DepthVision LiDAR shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MEISAI Σ or DepthVision LiDAR?
MEISAI Σ ships an update every 2 weeks, and DepthVision LiDAR every 28 months. Most recently, MEISAI Σ was updated on August 14, 2026 and DepthVision LiDAR on August 25, 2026.

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