# Dvn8 vs The Formulator Home Lab

The clearest difference is rating: Dvn8 at 4.9 against The Formulator Home Lab's 1.0. Dvn8 also leads on ratings volume (69 vs 1) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). The Formulator Home Lab's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Dvn8 sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and The Formulator Home Lab sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Dvn8 holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Dvn8 has 69 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Dvn8 ships an update every 3 weeks, The Formulator Home Lab every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Dvn8 | The Formulator Home Lab |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (69 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dvn8/id1620972124/reviews)** | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-formulator-home-lab/id6767077221/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **69** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 97.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 65 MB | 3 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Right Alignment LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1620972306) | [So Good, Ltd. Co.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1896201540) |

## What reviewers say

### Dvn8

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dvn8/id1620972124)

This app offers personalized tarot readings using a proprietary energy-sensing algorithm, moving beyond random number generators. It provides inclusive interpretations and journaling features. An optional Pro upgrade unlocks advanced divination tools, educational content, and more.

**Highlights:** Proprietary energy-sensing algorithm, Inclusive and gender-neutral interpretations, Private journaling for readings, I Ching and runes divination (Pro), Advanced spread options (Pro), Vision Boards and Moon Phase tracking (Pro)

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| I Ching Options - Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Tarot Options - Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Unlimited - Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Dvn8 Pro - Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Dvn8 Pro - Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Dvn8 Pro - Lifetime | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ✨ Beautiful design and aesthetics
- 💡 Innovative Gyr8 shuffling feature
- 🧠 Well-written card explanations
- 🧘‍♀️ Promotes connection and intuition
- 📚 Highly educational and informative

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Subscription model is a con
- 💳 No option for annual or one-time purchase
- ❓ Reversed cards not appearing
- 🖼️ Card images not as effective as physical decks

**Reported bugs**

- 🐛 App will not open after profile setup

**Requested features**

- More deck options
- Add artwork to cards
- Option to buy the app outright or annual subscription


### The Formulator Home Lab

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-formulator-home-lab/id6767077221)

Create and refine DIY formulation drafts for skincare and soapmaking. Start with free recipes, manage your ingredients, and unlock advanced features for a richer experience. Drafts are for educational purposes only.

**Highlights:** Create DIY formulation drafts, Manage ingredient stock and costs, Export drafts as PDF, Unlock advanced skincare and soap labs, Ingredient scanner with barcode lookup, Save and organize drafts locally

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Ingredient Scanner Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Ingredient Scanner (Monthly) | $2.99 | per month |
| SkinLab + | $6.99 | one-time |
| Soap Lab | $14.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Dvn8 free?

Dvn8 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is The Formulator Home Lab free?

The Formulator Home Lab is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Dvn8 or The Formulator Home Lab?

Dvn8 is rated higher. Dvn8 averages 4.9 out of 5 from 69 ratings, while The Formulator Home Lab averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Dvn8 or The Formulator Home Lab have ads?

Dvn8 shows ads; The Formulator Home Lab does not.

### Which is updated more often, Dvn8 or The Formulator Home Lab?

Dvn8 ships an update every 3 weeks, and The Formulator Home Lab every 2 months. Most recently, Dvn8 was updated on October 24, 2026 and The Formulator Home Lab on October 24, 2026.

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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.*