ShowPattern vs BD LUX
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
ShowPattern
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ShowPattern is a tool application. It runs on iOS devices, listens connection request form display test system and renders requested test pattern on screen during the automatic display testing. The test patterns are drawn on-screen real-time from a set of scale-free mathematical equations so it renders exact and accurate test patterns for any display resolution and any screen aspect ratio.
BD LUX
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BD LUX is the ultimate tool for anyone looking to measure and optimize light quality. With our app, you can easily collect spectral and photometric data and calculate light intensity, quality, and temperature. Additionally, BD LUX helps you define the light flickering index and frequency, and determine the potential risk for human eyes due to light flickering. You can also use the app to send reports to your email based on the collected data. With BD LUX, you can ensure that the lighting in your environment is always optimized for maximum health and productivity.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: BD LUX at every 2 months against ShowPattern's every 4 months. ShowPattern's advantage is iOS requirement (12.4 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
ShowPattern ships an update every 4 months, BD LUX every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 4, 2026.
| Parameter | ShowPattern | BD LUX |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Every 2 months β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.4 β better | 15.0 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 2 MB | 220 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | ηδΊ ε·’ | RafaΕ Zielinski |
In-app purchases
ShowPattern
No in-app purchases
BD LUX
No in-app purchases
Questions
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