Comparison

Proximity Sense AR vs Vision Assistant AI

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

Head to head
About

Proximity Sense AR

This app uses augmented reality to sense object distances and convey them through vibrations. Point your phone to feel how close you are to objects, with intensity increasing as you approach. It offers a unique way to explore your surroundings, even in the dark with LIDAR.

Highlights
  • Augmented reality object distance sensing
  • Vibration feedback for proximity
  • LIDAR-assisted navigation in darkness
  • Intuitive environmental exploration
  • Distance-to-vibration frequency scaling
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Experience the world in a whole new way with Proximity Sense AR! Our innovative app uses augmented reality technology to sense the distance to objects around you and translate that information into a pattern of vibrations. Simply point your phone in front of you and let the vibrations guide you. The closer you get to an object, the more intense the vibrations become. Proximity Sense AR is perfect for exploring an environment by touch alone, and if your device has a LIDAR sensor, it can even be used to navigate in the dark. It's also a great tool for experiencing your surroundings in a unique and intuitive way. So why wait? Download Proximity Sense AR today and start exploring the world around you in a whole new way! Note, for technical reference, the vibration frequency scales down from 100 Hz to the inverse of the third power of the distance out to 4 meters, intensity is proportional to rate of change of distance, and vertical surfaces (e.g. walls) have a 4 Hz pattern overlaid on the main pattern in order to provide category information.

About

Vision Assistant AI

This app uses your device's camera and voice commands to identify objects, read text, and describe scenes, providing spoken guidance for visually impaired users. It offers hands-free interaction and clear controls designed for accessibility.

Highlights
  • Spoken scene descriptions
  • Object and direction guidance
  • Text reading from camera
  • Voice command support
  • Accessibility-focused controls
  • Haptic and speech feedback
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Vision Assistant is an accessibility-focused camera and voice assistant designed to help people who are visually impaired better understand the world around them. The app uses the camera to identify nearby objects, describe scenes, read visible text, and provide spoken guidance. Users can interact hands-free with voice commands, including asking for help whenever they need instructions. Key features include: • Spoken scene descriptions • Object and direction guidance • Text reading from the camera view • Voice command support • Audio-first onboarding and help instructions • Large, clear controls designed for accessibility • Haptic and speech feedback for easier navigation Vision Assistant is designed to support everyday awareness, but it should not be used as a replacement for mobility tools, professional assistance, or personal judgment. Results may vary depending on lighting, camera visibility, network connection, and object clarity.

Screenshots

Proximity Sense AR2 screens
Vision Assistant AI1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Vision Assistant AI at 5.0 against Proximity Sense AR's 1.0. Vision Assistant AI also leads on ratings volume (3 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Vision Assistant AI holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 3 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Proximity Sense AR versus Vision Assistant AI: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterProximity Sense ARVision Assistant AI
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Number of ratings13 — better
Update frequency—Every 4 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size0 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAlterscope Solutions LLCSmaran Rangarajan

Customer experience

Proximity Sense AR

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Vision Assistant AI

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Proximity Sense AR

No in-app purchases

None

Vision Assistant AI

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Proximity Sense AR free?
Proximity Sense AR is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Vision Assistant AI free?
Vision Assistant AI is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Proximity Sense AR or Vision Assistant AI?
Vision Assistant AI is rated higher. Proximity Sense AR averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Vision Assistant AI averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do Proximity Sense AR or Vision Assistant AI have ads?
Neither Proximity Sense AR nor Vision Assistant AI shows ads.

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