Comparison

Lidar+ vs NightWalk Depth Scanner

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

Head to head
About

Lidar+

Measure distances using your device's Lidar sensor. Tap on an image to get precise distance data and set custom alerts based on thresholds. Requires iPhone 12 Pro or later running iOS 14+.

Highlights
  • Measure distance with Lidar
  • Tap image for distance data
  • Set distance alert thresholds
  • Requires iPhone 12 Pro or later
  • Supports iOS 14 and above
Features
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Lidar+ is a simple 3D scanning app that uses the LiDAR sensor on compatible iPhone devices. Create a LiDAR-based 3D mesh, save scans to history, and export your models for use in 3D tools and workflows. Main features: -Real-time LiDAR mesh scanning -Scan history for reviewing saved captures -Export support for GLB, OBJ, and STL files -File sharing support for moving exported files to other apps or devices Lidar+ is useful for quick 3D capture, object reference, spatial scanning, prototyping, and exporting simple 3D mesh data. Please note: This app requires a LiDAR-capable iPhone. Scan quality may vary depending on lighting, object size, distance, movement, and surface material.

About

NightWalk Depth Scanner

Features
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NightWalk transforms your iPhone into a powerful tool for exploring dark environments. Using the LiDAR sensor, the app creates real-time depth-based visuals, helping you understand the space around you—even in total darkness. Take clear photos and record videos of what the LiDAR sees, and save them right to your device. Switch between color palettes, including grayscale and enhanced contrast modes, to match your preferences or lighting conditions. Need to measure distance? Tap the Distance button to activate a center-target reticle that instantly displays how far an object is from you. This is perfect for navigating unfamiliar areas, inspecting spaces, or simply experimenting with LiDAR’s capabilities. Customize the app’s performance in the settings: Choose smoother, faster scanning, or prioritize visual quality for more detailed results. Please note: NightWalk operates within the effective LiDAR range of approximately 10 cm to 5 meters. Objects closer than 10 cm or farther than 5 meters may not be detected accurately. Whether you’re indoors, outdoors, or simply curious, NightWalk gives you a new way to experience the world around you.

Screenshots

Lidar+1 screens
NightWalk Depth Scanner4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: NightWalk Depth Scanner at monthly against Lidar+'s every 66 months. Lidar+'s advantage is iOS requirement (14.3 vs 17.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Lidar+ ships an update every 66 months, NightWalk Depth Scanner monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Lidar+ versus NightWalk Depth Scanner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLidar+NightWalk Depth Scanner
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 66 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS14.3 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHirofumi MatsuyamaFEDYK SP Z O O

In-app purchases

None

Lidar+

No in-app purchases

None

NightWalk Depth Scanner

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Lidar+ free?
Lidar+ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is NightWalk Depth Scanner free?
NightWalk Depth Scanner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Lidar+ or NightWalk Depth Scanner have ads?
Neither Lidar+ nor NightWalk Depth Scanner shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Lidar+ or NightWalk Depth Scanner?
Lidar+ ships an update every 66 months, and NightWalk Depth Scanner monthly. Most recently, Lidar+ was updated on October 18, 2026 and NightWalk Depth Scanner on October 28, 2026.

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