Omniscient vs LayerMapper MApp
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Omniscient
Capture video and camera animation within real-world scans, exporting them in industry-standard formats for VFX software. This tool allows for direct scanning into Blender and seamless integration with other 3D applications.
- Real-world scale scanning
- Direct scan to Blender
- Industry-standard export formats
- LiDAR-equipped device support
- Integrated 3D player with editing
- 4K video recording
- Real-time camera control
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Capture video and camera animation inside a scan of your environment, all at a real-world scale of 1 meter per unit. Manage your shots by project or sequence and export them effortlessly in industry-standard formats compatible with leading VFX software. Scan directly into Blender! Animate your Blender camera by moving your phone and scan your scene directly into Blender. Easily import your shots into Blender, Cinema 4D, Unreal Engine, and Unity with the Omniscient add-ons, or export them to After Effects or Apple Motion. Thanks to our industry-standard format output, Omniscient is fully compatible with most 3D software, including Maya, Houdini, Nuke, and more. For users with LiDAR-equipped devices, capture even more precise 3D scans and depth data for enhanced scene understanding. With our integrated advanced 3D player, you can preview the 3D scene and camera tracking directly in the app, including a real-time preview of the camera projection onto the scan. The player also includes trimming and post-stabilization features, allowing you to edit your shots before exporting. Export includes: • Video Files (.mov) • Camera Data (.abc, .usda, .fbx) • 3D Scans (.obj) Key Features: • Video Quality: 4K, HD, or SD • Video Encoding: HDR or SDR • Frame Rates: 24, 25, 30, 48, 50, and 60 fps (4K recording up to 30 fps) • Real-Time Control: Adjust exposure, white balance, and focus on the fly • Depth Recording: Capture depth maps up to 5 meters (on LiDAR-equipped devices) • Shot Editing: Trim and stabilize your video before exporting • Fast Import: Seamlessly import into Blender, Maxon’s Cinema 4D, Epic Games’ Unreal Engine, and Unity using the Omniscient add-ons • Third-Party Export: Export directly to Adobe After Effects (.jsx) or Apple Motion (.motn) • Other Compatibility: Maya, Houdini, Nuke, DaVinci Resolve, 3ds Max, and more Additional Options: • Portrait or Landscape Modes: Create content for social media in Portrait mode or cinematic videos in Landscape mode • Advanced Codecs: Choose from H.264, HEVC, or ProRes (ProRes on compatible devices) • GPS Metadata: Add GPS location data to your shots • Audio Recording: Capture sound along with your video using an internal or external microphone • External Drive Support: Save captured data directly to external storage • LTC: Output Linear Timecode during recording Terms of Use: https://omniscient-app.com/legal/ios/terms-and-conditions
LayerMapper MApp
Transform your mobile device into a professional projection mapping and real-time animation controller. Create complex visual compositions with advanced features for live performers and visual artists.
- Advanced clip grid system with custom shaders
- Unlimited layers and composition options
- Multiple output meshes with geometry correction
- Projection laser and atmospherics effects
- Real-time animation and BPM sync
- Preset system for instant recall
- High-performance Metal-accelerated rendering
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LayerMapper MApp – Professional Projection Mapping & Real-Time Animation Turn your iPhone or iPad into a high-end projection mapping controller. The ultimate tool for VJs, live performers, and visual artists who need desktop-class power in a mobile format – from a single projector to a full multi-surface show. KEY FEATURES: CLIP GRID & INPUTS Unlimited clips per layer for total creative freedom. Photos and videos straight from your Photo Library. Dual Camera Input: use the front and back cameras at the same time as two live sources. HDMI Capture via USB grabber (UVC) – bring in any console, camera, or computer. YouTube Input and Web/URL Input – play videos or load any live web page onto your meshes. Custom GLSL shaders, NDI Input, and Camera Input. AI Shader Generator, plus AI Shader Input received from other devices via multicast. Audio-Reactive: drive shader and clip parameters live from music or the microphone. Cue Points and a frame-accurate Clip Timeline for repeatable shows. Fast tap-to-assign workflow with thumbnail previews. UNLIMITED COMPOSITION Unlimited layers – build compositions as complex as your vision requires. Professional Blend Modes: Normal, Add, Multiply, Screen, Overlay, Alpha. MESHES & GEOMETRY Multiple output meshes for complex, real-world surfaces. Advanced correction: multi-point keystone, homography, circular meshes, and Bézier curves. Assign clips or whole layers to meshes; full Z-order and instant visibility control. PROJECTION LASERS Create stunning laser-style beam shows using projectors and atmospheric haze. Record slice motion with live clip textures and save it as reusable presets. ANIMATION & SYNC Real-time corner recording (30 FPS), overdub layering, and seamless loops. BPM Sync & Ableton Link – stay perfectly in time with music hardware and software across the network. CONTROL SURFACES MIDI Learn: map any control to external MIDI controllers – faders, pads, and knobs. DMX / Art-Net: integrate with professional lighting rigs and trigger DMX live. STREAMING & NETWORK OUTPUT Live Streaming: broadcast your Output straight to YouTube, Facebook, or a custom RTMP endpoint. Direct-LAN to TV: send your Output over the local network to the LayerMapper receiver on Xiaomi TV Box, and similar devices – no cables required. PRESET SYSTEM 16 instant recall slots (P1-P16) for live switching. Save entire setups: meshes, layers, media, and automations. HIGH-PERFORMANCE OUTPUT 60 FPS Metal-accelerated rendering. Clean HDMI Output: a dedicated video feed with no UI clutter. External Player companion app for remote playback and control, with AirPlay support. Performance Mode (maximum frame rate) and Realtime Mode (original FPS). REQUIREMENTS: iOS 17.0 or later (Metal-supported devices). Access: Camera, Microphone, Photo Library, and Local Network (Ableton Link, Direct-LAN, NDI, multicast). External MIDI and Art-Net/DMX optional. HDMI or AirPlay for external display. REQUIRES IN-APP PURCHASE • 30-DAY FREE TRIAL SUBSCRIPTIONS (auto-renewable): • Monthly: $11.00/month – 30-day free trial for new subscribers. • Yearly: $44.00/year – 30-day free trial for new subscribers. • Lifetime: $88.00 one-time – permanent access, no subscription. TERMS: • Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. • Free trial converts to paid unless cancelled at least 24 hours before it ends. • Subscription auto-renews unless turned off at least 24 hours before the period ends; your account is charged within 24 hours before renewal. • Manage or cancel in your Account Settings. Any unused trial is forfeited on purchase. PRIVACY: We do not collect, store, or share your personal data. All media stays on your device. Purchases are processed securely by Apple. SUPPORT: layermapper@gmail.com Terms of Use (EULA): https://layermapper.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://layermapper.com/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is monetization model: Omniscient at free with in-app purchases against LayerMapper MApp's subscription. Omniscient also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 3 weeks) and ratings volume (79 vs 1). LayerMapper MApp's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.5). 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
Both are free to download. Omniscient sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and LayerMapper MApp sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $11.00 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
LayerMapper MApp holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Omniscient has 79 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Omniscient ships an update every 3 days, LayerMapper MApp every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 14, 2026 and November 12, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Omniscient | LayerMapper MApp |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (79 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 92.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 79 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 days — better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases — better | Subscription |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 67 MB | 45 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Stellaxis OÜ | Denis Grzechnik |
Bugs and requests
Omniscient
Reported bugs
13 issues- Laggy when making animations
- Invitation code issues
- App keeps crashing when going into projects folder
- Not working on iPad initially
- Recorded movements are glitchy
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- Doesn't process lens distortion
- iPhone gets extremely hot
- Project UI is unintuitive
- Can't purchase premium
- Scanning accuracy not super accurate
- Tracking accuracy not super accurate
- iPhone 12 not supported
- Needs iPad support
Requested features
25 requests- Integrate cinema cameras
- Add focal lengths
- Include Log profile
- Record on Apple Log
- Sync to audio
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- Native iPhone video file import
- External ProRes support for 60 fps in 4k
- More features for pros
- Built-in mesh processing
- External ProRes supert for 60 fps in 4k mode
- Capture texture with high resolution
- Manual control for scanning details/density
- Choose scanning range
- Motion smoothing for cinematic recording
- 3D mesh import of low poly models
- Ability to choose other cameras
- Simple chroma keyer and garage tool
- Support iPad
- Bake textures into the mesh
- Apple Log recording
- Tracking refinement feature
- Lens switching for iPhones with multiple focal lengths
- LIDAR scan textures
- Timecode sync support
- NERF scan
LayerMapper MApp
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Omniscient
- Plus2 variants$5.997 Days
- Plus3 Days trial$5.997 Days
- Plus2 variants$19.991 Month
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- Pro$39.991 Month
- Plus$79.991 Year
- Plus3 Days trial2 variants$79.991 Year
- Pro$399.991 Year
LayerMapper MApp
- LayerMapper1 Month trial$11.001 Month
- LayerMapper Subscription Yearly$45.001 Year
- Lifetime License$89.00
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