Comparison

Focus Puller vs ArtQuix AR

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

Head to head
About

Focus Puller

This app provides two focus control solutions for Blackmagic cameras with Bluetooth connectivity. It offers manual focus control with extended focus throw and haptic feedback, as well as LiDAR-based focus control for compatible iOS devices. Both methods allow for remote operation separate from the camera operator.

Highlights
  • Manual focus control with extended throw
  • Optional haptic feedback for focus points
  • LiDAR focus control for compatible devices
  • Remote operation from camera operator
  • Focus markers for precision
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Control focus on your Blackmagic camera over Bluetooth using LiDAR (for auto-focus) or use a manual control. All of the features can be tested for free for an unlimited time. LiDAR FOCUS CONTROL LiDAR Focus Control is available for iOS devices that have a LiDAR scanner. Simply tap a subject on the iPhone screen, or draw a box around something, and the app will follow it and keep it in focus. REMOTE CONTROL Control LiDAR subject tracking using a second device such as an iPad and see a live video stream and the iOS focus device. Tap to track. MANUAL MODE  Manual Mode will work with any iOS device and solves a common problem when using stills lenses to shoot moving pictures: a limited focus throw. Using this app, the focus throw can be extended, allowing precise control to match that of a lens designed for a movie camera. Markers and optional haptic feedback allow the focus puller to feel when the focus reaches a set point without having to look at the image, making the experience closer to a traditional focus puller. Both of these solutions mean the focus puller can stand and operate separate to the camera operator.

About

ArtQuix AR

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“Artquix AR” is an application which give you an Augmented Reality experience by adding an AR layer to the desired Art, Photos, post cards , wall posts and more so you can experience a dynamic sense of a static art/photo. With “Artquix AR”, the possibilities are endless. You can personalise any static image / art into a captivating and interactive masterpiece. You don’t have to choose between Photo and Video anymore - combine both! Explore, share and interact with your creations in real time in a whole new dimension, and experience a new level of immersion that will leave you breathless. How to use it? 1) Simply point your camera at the QR code provided by us, and watch as the media downloads seamlessly. 2) Point your camera at the picture, and witness the magic unfold as your image comes to life right before your very eyes.* Doesn’t matter whether you want to surprise your loved one with interactive AR -postcard, save your memories in the new generation photo album and enhance your art portfolio - “Artquix  AR” got you covered! *All creations and designs only work with the “ArtQuix AR”application.

Screenshots

Focus Puller4 screens
ArtQuix AR4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ArtQuix AR at none against Focus Puller's 1. ArtQuix AR also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 2 months) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 18.6). 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. Focus Puller sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. ArtQuix AR asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Focus Puller ships an update every 2 months, ArtQuix AR every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Focus Puller versus ArtQuix AR: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFocus PullerArtQuix AR
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.9 (15 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings15 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS18.612.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB22 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRobert MeakinAliaksandra Chaban

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Focus Puller

One-time1
  • Unlock Camera Recording$12.99
None

ArtQuix AR

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Focus Puller free?
Focus Puller is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ArtQuix AR free?
ArtQuix AR is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Focus Puller or ArtQuix AR have ads?
Neither Focus Puller nor ArtQuix AR shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Focus Puller or ArtQuix AR?
Focus Puller ships an update every 2 months, and ArtQuix AR every 2 days. Most recently, Focus Puller was updated on October 3, 2026 and ArtQuix AR on October 7, 2026.

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