Comparison

Atkinson vs 2

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

Head to head
About

Atkinson

This app processes photos using the Atkinson dithering algorithm, originally used for black and white displays on old Macintosh computers. It creates small file-sized images with options for square cropping, rounded corners, and white borders, offering a real-time preview of the effect.

Highlights
  • Atkinson dithering algorithm processing
  • Square photo output
  • Toggleable rounded corners
  • White border option
  • Real-time preview
Features
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Transform your photos with the iconic Atkinson dithering algorithm — the same technique used on the original Macintosh by Bill Atkinson. Create stunning retro-style images with a single tap. # What is Atkinson Dithering? Atkinson dithering was the algorithm behind the classic 1-bit graphics of early Macintosh computers. It converts photos i nto beautiful two-tone pixel patterns, producing images with a distinctive vintage charm and remarkably small file sizes. # Features - Real-time Atkinson dithering preview through your camera - 7 retro-tech color palettes: Terminal Green, Amber Monitor, Original Macintosh, Game Boy, Apple II Green, White Phospho r, and classic black & white - 5 iconic frames inspired by computing history: MacPaint, Classic Mac window, Terminal, White Frame, and frameless - Adjustable brightness control - Rounded corner option - Square photo output optimized for social media - Lightweight PNG output with tiny file sizes # Color Palettes Go beyond black and white. Choose from color palettes inspired by legendary displays — the green glow of VT100 terminals, the warm amber of IBM monitors, the creamy screen of the original Macintosh, and more. # Retro Frames Wrap your dithered photos in frames inspired by classic software. The MacPaint frame features pixel-perfect tool palettes and menu bars, just like Bill Atkinson's legendary paint program. The Classic Mac frame recreates the iconic window chrome of early Macintosh. # Perfect for - Retro and vintage photo enthusiasts - Pixel art lovers - Social media posts with a unique aesthetic - Anyone who appreciates the beauty of 1-bit graphics

About

2

Recreate vintage 2-bit photographic styles with this app. It allows you to capture images with a retro aesthetic reminiscent of older technologies, no extra hardware required.

Highlights
  • 2-bit image capture
  • Vintage photo recreation
  • No adapters needed
  • Simple interface
Features
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Shoot 2-bit images like in the olden times. 2-Bit Camera gives you the power to recreate the photos of your youth without any adapters. Batteries neither included nor necessary.

Screenshots

Atkinson4 screens
22 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: 2 at 4.5 against Atkinson's 3.3. 2 also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (88% vs 71%). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and in-app purchases 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. Atkinson sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and 2 sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

2 holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6 and 15 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 71% of Atkinson's written reviews are positive against 88% of 2's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly monthly. The most recent releases landed on June 5, 2026 and July 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Atkinson versus 2: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAtkinson2
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.3 (6 ratings)4.5 (15 ratings) — better
Positive reviews71.4% of reviews87.5% of reviews — better
Number of ratings615 — better
Update frequencyMonthlyMonthly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size19 MB13 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTsutomu KoyachiEnie Weiss

Customer experience

Atkinson

All ratings6 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral16.7%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive71.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative28.6%

2

All ratings15 ratings
Positive93.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative6.7%
Written reviews16 reviews
Positive87.5%
Neutral12.5%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Atkinson

Subscriptions2
  • Standard Month$0.991 Month
  • Standard Year$9.991 Year
2 purchases

2

One-time2
  • Video Clips$0.99
  • Photo Import$0.99

Questions

Is Atkinson free?
Atkinson is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is 2 free?
2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Atkinson or 2?
2 is rated higher. Atkinson averages 3.3 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while 2 averages 4.5 from 15 ratings.
Do Atkinson or 2 have ads?
Atkinson shows ads; 2 does not.
Which is updated more often, Atkinson or 2?
Atkinson ships an update monthly, and 2 monthly. Most recently, Atkinson was updated on June 5, 2026 and 2 on July 30, 2026.

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