# LiDAR Pointer vs LiDAR Vision and Ranging

The clearest difference is rating: LiDAR Vision and Ranging at 5.0 against LiDAR Pointer's 3.3. LiDAR Vision and Ranging also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 17.0). LiDAR Pointer's advantage is ratings volume (8 vs 1). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. LiDAR Pointer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. LiDAR Vision and Ranging asks for nothing beyond the download.

LiDAR Vision and Ranging holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LiDAR Pointer has 8 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | LiDAR Pointer | LiDAR Vision and Ranging |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.3 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lidar-pointer/id1555423445/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lidar-vision-and-ranging/id6744048685/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **8** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 60.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 23 months | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 3 MB | 86 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Goldgewicht Consulting](https://appshunter.io/developer/1212140131) | [Floyd Ross](https://appshunter.io/developer/1602980654) |

## What reviewers say

### LiDAR Pointer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lidar-pointer/id1555423445)

Measure distances and angles using your device's LiDAR sensor. Get audio readouts of measurements and use the flashlight for better accuracy in low light. Requires a LiDAR-equipped device.

**Highlights:** Measure distance to surfaces, Indicate device inclination angle, Oral distance measurement via speech, Flashlight for extra light, Supports iPhone and iPad

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Premium Annual | $12.99 | per year |


### LiDAR Vision and Ranging

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lidar-vision-and-ranging/id6744048685)

Measure short distances and navigate dimly lit areas using your device's LiDAR sensor. It creates a visual depth field and provides accurate numerical distance readings up to 5 meters.

**Highlights:** LiDAR-based distance measurement, Adjustable depth field visualization, Numerical distance values, Accurate up to 5 meters, Navigation in low light

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is LiDAR Pointer free?

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

### Is LiDAR Vision and Ranging free?

LiDAR Vision and Ranging is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, LiDAR Pointer or LiDAR Vision and Ranging?

LiDAR Vision and Ranging is rated higher. LiDAR Pointer averages 3.3 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while LiDAR Vision and Ranging averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do LiDAR Pointer or LiDAR Vision and Ranging have ads?

Neither LiDAR Pointer nor LiDAR Vision and Ranging shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*