# Microscope vs Fun2Booth Photo Booth

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Fun2Booth Photo Booth at 67% against Microscope's 4%. Fun2Booth Photo Booth also leads on rating (3.6 vs 2.0) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 10 months). Microscope's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ratings volume (223 vs 12). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Fun2Booth Photo Booth sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Microscope asks for nothing beyond the download.

Fun2Booth Photo Booth holds the better App Store score, 3.6 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Microscope has 223 ratings behind it against 12, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 4% of Microscope's written reviews are positive against 67% of Fun2Booth Photo Booth's.

Microscope ships an update every 10 months, Fun2Booth Photo Booth every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Microscope | Fun2Booth Photo Booth |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.0 (223 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/microscope/id334954274/reviews) | **[3.6 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fun2booth-photo-booth/id1597135339/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **223** | 12 |
| Positive reviews | 4.3% of reviews | **66.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 10 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 8 MB | 268 MB |
| Requires iOS | **3.1** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [LogSat LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1699285728) | [Andrew Marshall](https://appshunter.io/developer/1597135341) |

## What reviewers say

### Microscope

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/microscope/id334954274)

Transform your iPhone into a high-magnification microscope. Explore the intricate details of everyday objects like skin, eyes, and hair with impressive digital zoom. Amaze others by revealing hidden cellular structures and fine particles.

**Highlights:** High-magnification digital zoom, Magnify skin and reveal cell structure, View inner eye details, Examine hair particles, Impress friends with detailed views

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 😄 Fun prank app to trick friends
- ✨ Crisp and beautifully magnified images
- 📱 Doesn't crash
- 🎯 Realistic camera integration at start

**What reviewers complain about**

- 😞 Displays same pre-loaded images regardless of input
- 🚫 Misleading as fake microscope
- 💾 Wastes storage and data
- 🎬 Only shows pre-recorded videos
- 😤 Repetitive content after first use

**Reported bugs**

- Information screen goes black and unresponsive
- Cannot return to main screen from info screen
- Camera recognition fails for non-hand/eye/hair objects
- App shows same image even with camera covered
- Works only once then requires app restart

**Requested features**

- Show actual magnified images of scanned objects
- Real microscope functionality
- Ability to take multiple different pictures
- Clearer description that app is a prank/gag
- Update for iPod Touch with camera compatibility


### Fun2Booth Photo Booth

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fun2booth-photo-booth/id1597135339)

Create customized photo compilations for parties, events, or daily use. This intuitive application is designed for ease of use, even at large gatherings, allowing you to personalize your photo experience.

**Highlights:** Customizable photo compilations, Easy-to-use interface, Suitable for parties and events, Personalized photo experience, Ideal for large gatherings

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 100 Tickets | $0.99 | one-time |
| 200 Tickets | $1.99 | one-time |
| 500 Tickets | $3.99 | one-time |
| 1000 Tickets | $7.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Microscope free?

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

### Is Fun2Booth Photo Booth free?

Fun2Booth Photo Booth is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Microscope or Fun2Booth Photo Booth?

Fun2Booth Photo Booth is rated higher. Microscope averages 2.0 out of 5 from 223 ratings, while Fun2Booth Photo Booth averages 3.6 from 12 ratings.

### Do Microscope or Fun2Booth Photo Booth have ads?

Neither Microscope nor Fun2Booth Photo Booth shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Microscope or Fun2Booth Photo Booth?

Microscope ships an update every 10 months, and Fun2Booth Photo Booth every 2 months. Most recently, Microscope was updated on November 1, 2026 and Fun2Booth Photo Booth on November 3, 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.*