Comparison

Particle Generator vs LimePaint

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

Head to head
About

Particle Generator

Features
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Particle Generator is an interactive particle visualizer with a video capturing option. You can create your own custom particle visual effects and record them in video mode. Lastly, you can use the video for creative purposes. Features: • 9 particle textures available for selection • Ability to set a custom texture by loading an image from the library • Touch to set particle emission position • Adjustable particle emitter options: Position, Angle, Speed, Alpha, Scale, and Rotation • Ability to set particle color gradient • Ability to set background color • Save/load particle presets • Save particle effect snapshots to the camera roll • Save particle effect videos to the camera roll Particle Settings Quick Explanation Emitter Birthrate = [100] particles born per second Maximum = [0] is infinite. If set to a specific number, e.g., [1000], particles will stop once the limit is reached Lifetime Start = [20] each particle lives for [20] seconds before disappearing Range = [5] each particle lives for 20 ± [5] seconds Position Range X = [80] particle birth range in width Y = [80] particle birth range in height Angle Start = [0] particle starting angle in degrees Range = [60] particle starts at 0 ± [60] degrees Speed Start = [50] moves at [50] velocity Range = [10] moves at 50 ± [10] velocity Acceleration X = [0] negative for acceleration to the left, positive for right Y = [0] negative for acceleration downward, positive for upward Alpha Start = [0.5] initial alpha value ([0] = transparent, [1] = opaque) Range = [0.3] alpha range: 0.5 ± [0.3] Speed = [-0.05] animates particle transparency (negative = more transparent, positive = more opaque) Scale Start = [0.5] initial scale Range = [0.2] scale range: 0.5 ± [0.2] Speed = [-0.05] animates particle size (negative = smaller, positive = larger) Rotation Start = [30.0] starting rotation angle in degrees Range = [120.0] rotation range: 30 ± [120] degrees Speed = [-0.02] animates rotation (negative = clockwise, positive = counterclockwise) Create distinctive, beautiful particle effects with plenty of customization options. You can create rain effects, fireworks, or any abstract art effect and enjoy the colorful particle show. This particle show brings joy and a cheerful atmosphere to your device. Thanks for your support, and do visit nitrio.com for more apps for your iOS devices.

About

LimePaint

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This is a drawing app that lets you create anime-style illustrations on your smartphone. By employing a hybrid structure combining vector-based lines with raster-based fills, it makes it easy to create illustrations without the need for complex layer management. The UI is designed to be simple and streamlined, allowing you to focus on drawing with minimal effort.

Screenshots

Particle Generator4 screens
LimePaint3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: LimePaint at Free against Particle Generator's $2.99. LimePaint also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 38 months). Particle Generator's advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.6). On 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

LimePaint is free to download; Particle Generator costs $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Particle Generator ships an update every 38 months, LimePaint every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
Particle Generator versus LimePaint: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterParticle GeneratorLimePaint
Price$2.99Free — better
Update frequencyEvery 38 monthsEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS14.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHeng Jia Lianggenya hirose

In-app purchases

None

Particle Generator

No in-app purchases

None

LimePaint

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Particle Generator free?
Particle Generator costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is LimePaint free?
LimePaint is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Particle Generator or LimePaint have ads?
Neither Particle Generator nor LimePaint shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Particle Generator or LimePaint?
Particle Generator ships an update every 38 months, and LimePaint every 5 days. Most recently, Particle Generator was updated on September 24, 2026 and LimePaint on September 18, 2026.

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