# IMAX vs OBBOTO

The clearest difference is rating: IMAX at 2.2 against OBBOTO's 1.5. IMAX also leads on review sentiment (35% vs 0%). OBBOTO's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 19) and ads (none vs shown). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. IMAX sells 19 one-off in-app purchases. OBBOTO asks for nothing beyond the download.

IMAX holds the better App Store score, 2.2 against 1.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 34 and 20 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 35% of IMAX's written reviews are positive against 0% of OBBOTO's.

IMAX ships an update monthly, OBBOTO fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | IMAX | OBBOTO |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[2.2 (34 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/imax/id1537376352/reviews)** | [1.5 (20 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/obboto/id6742280357/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **34** | 20 |
| Positive reviews | **34.6% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 124 MB | 87 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod, Vision Pro** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [IMAX Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/671934663) | [wonderlabs, Incorporated](https://appshunter.io/developer/1087374759) |

## What reviewers say

### IMAX

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/imax/id1537376352)

Discover upcoming films, documentaries, and live events. Save your favorite theaters to stay updated on showtimes and release dates. Access exclusive content like cast messages and digital art.

**Highlights:** Save favorite theaters, View showtimes and release dates, Browse film and event listings, Access exclusive cast messages, Download exclusive IMAX Art, Explore capsule collections

**In-app purchases (19)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hail Columbia | $1.99 | one-time |
| Fires of Kuwait | $1.99 | one-time |
| Pandas | $2.99 | one-time |
| Superpower Dogs | $3.99 | one-time |
| A Beautiful Planet | $4.99 | one-time |
| Journey to the South Pacific | $4.99 | one-time |
| Superpower Dogs  3D | $4.99 | one-time |
| Pandas  3D | $4.99 | one-time |
| Deep Sky  3D | $4.99 | one-time |
| Planet Earth 3: Ep7: Human | $4.99 | one-time |
| Planet Earth 3: Ep3: Deserts | $4.99 | one-time |
| Planet Earth 3: Ep4: Freshwate | $4.99 | one-time |
| Planet Earth 3: Ep5: Forrests | $4.99 | one-time |
| Planet Earth 3: Ep6: Extremes | $4.99 | one-time |
| Planet Earth 3: Ep1: Coasts | $4.99 | one-time |
| Planet Earth 3: Ep2: Ocean | $4.99 | one-time |
| A Beautiful Planet  3D | $5.99 | one-time |
| Journey to the South Pacific | $5.99 | one-time |
| Deep Sky | $6.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎬 Immersive IMAX theater experience on Vision Pro
- 🎨 Stunning visual quality and display
- 🎭 Authentic theater atmosphere with seat selection
- 📱 Good app performance and loading speed
- 🎥 3D content available

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes and freezes on splash screen
- ❌ Content loading errors frequently
- 📍 Location database outdated/incomplete
- 🌍 Poor international support (especially Australia)
- 💰 Rental-only model with limited purchasing options

**Reported bugs**

- App freezes on splash screen or black screen
- Content loading error: 'There was an error loading the content'
- Unable to retrieve content in certain regions
- Login failures and authentication issues
- App crashes after initial use

**Requested features**

- Add option to purchase movies instead of renting
- Expand content library with major films (Dune, Oppenheimer, Interstellar, TRON, Lord of the Rings)
- Subscription model for unlimited access
- Update location database with new theaters
- Add support for multiple favorite theaters


### OBBOTO

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/obboto/id6742280357)

This app transforms your connected Sphere Lamp into an interactive mood companion. It senses your emotions and displays dynamic pixel animations, allowing you to customize lighting effects for any atmosphere.

**Highlights:** Mood-sensing lamp reactions, Dynamic pixel animations, Smart ambiance customization, Brightness and color control, Real-time emotional response

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is IMAX free?

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

### Is OBBOTO free?

OBBOTO is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, IMAX or OBBOTO?

IMAX is rated higher. IMAX averages 2.2 out of 5 from 34 ratings, while OBBOTO averages 1.5 from 20 ratings.

### Do IMAX or OBBOTO have ads?

IMAX shows ads; OBBOTO does not.

### Which is updated more often, IMAX or OBBOTO?

IMAX ships an update monthly, and OBBOTO fortnightly. Most recently, IMAX was updated on October 22, 2026 and OBBOTO on October 23, 2026.

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