# Paper Bad vs AR Throw (Powered by LiDAR)

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Paper Bad at 50% against AR Throw (Powered by LiDAR)'s 0%. Paper Bad also leads on rating (4.6 vs 3.0) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. AR Throw (Powered by LiDAR) sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Paper Bad asks for nothing beyond the download.

Paper Bad holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Paper Bad has 375 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of Paper Bad's written reviews are positive against 0% of AR Throw (Powered by LiDAR)'s.

Paper Bad ships an update every 2 weeks, AR Throw (Powered by LiDAR) every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Paper Bad | AR Throw (Powered by LiDAR) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (375 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/paper-bad/id1601857046/reviews)** | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ar-throw-powered-by-lidar/id1669834787/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **375** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | **50.0% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 193 MB | 117 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Entity3 Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1055360372) | [Ching-Yung Chen](https://appshunter.io/developer/599579057) |

## What reviewers say

### Paper Bad

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/paper-bad/id1601857046)

Engage in a destructive delivery mission by throwing papers to smash objects. Aim carefully to cause maximum chaos and destruction. Experience the satisfaction of watching everything crumble.

**Highlights:** Throw papers to smash objects, Complete delivery rounds, Cause maximum damage, Satisfying destruction physics, Destructive gameplay

**In-app purchases:** none


### AR Throw (Powered by LiDAR)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ar-throw-powered-by-lidar/id1669834787)

Scan your surroundings with LiDAR and interact by throwing virtual objects. Enjoy creative fun by tossing paper balls into trash cans, shooting footballs into goals, or hitting arbitrary targets. The app offers over 30 object types and allows size adjustments for unique experiences.

**Highlights:** LiDAR environment scanning, Throw virtual objects, Over 30 virtual object types, Adjustable object sizes, Snapshot capture, Easy scan and swipe controls

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Infinite Energy | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Paper Bad free?

Paper Bad is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is AR Throw (Powered by LiDAR) free?

AR Throw (Powered by LiDAR) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Paper Bad or AR Throw (Powered by LiDAR)?

Paper Bad is rated higher. Paper Bad averages 4.6 out of 5 from 375 ratings, while AR Throw (Powered by LiDAR) averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Paper Bad or AR Throw (Powered by LiDAR) have ads?

Both Paper Bad and AR Throw (Powered by LiDAR) show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Paper Bad or AR Throw (Powered by LiDAR)?

Paper Bad ships an update every 2 weeks, and AR Throw (Powered by LiDAR) every 3 weeks. Most recently, Paper Bad was updated on November 3, 2026 and AR Throw (Powered by LiDAR) on November 3, 2026.

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