# Microscope vs AR Video Filters and Effects

The clearest difference is rating: AR Video Filters and Effects at 3.0 against Microscope's 2.0. AR Video Filters and Effects also leads on update cadence (every 11 days vs every 10 months) and review sentiment (15% vs 4%). Microscope's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ratings volume (223 vs 24). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. AR Video Filters and Effects sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $14.99 per month. Microscope asks for nothing beyond the download.

AR Video Filters and Effects holds the better App Store score, 3.0 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Microscope has 223 ratings behind it against 24, 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 15% of AR Video Filters and Effects's.

Microscope ships an update every 10 months, AR Video Filters and Effects every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Microscope | AR Video Filters and Effects |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.0 (223 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/microscope/id334954274/reviews) | **[3.0 (24 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ar-video-filters-and-effects/id1643659253/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **223** | 24 |
| Positive reviews | 4.3% of reviews | **15.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 10 months | **Every 11 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 8 MB | 74 MB |
| Requires iOS | **3.1** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [LogSat LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1699285728) | [Evgeny Zhukov](https://appshunter.io/developer/1248013301) |

## 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


### AR Video Filters and Effects

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ar-video-filters-and-effects/id1643659253)

Create stunning water effects in your videos using advanced 3D LiDAR technology. This app generates realistic water simulations that seamlessly integrate into your footage, giving it a professional, cinematic quality. Requires a device with a LiDAR sensor.

**Highlights:** Realistic 3D water effects, LiDAR sensor integration, Professional cinematic look, Seamless blending, No watermarks with subscription

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Access | $14.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Microscope free?

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

### Is AR Video Filters and Effects free?

AR Video Filters and Effects is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Microscope or AR Video Filters and Effects?

AR Video Filters and Effects is rated higher. Microscope averages 2.0 out of 5 from 223 ratings, while AR Video Filters and Effects averages 3.0 from 24 ratings.

### Do Microscope or AR Video Filters and Effects have ads?

Neither Microscope nor AR Video Filters and Effects shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Microscope or AR Video Filters and Effects?

Microscope ships an update every 10 months, and AR Video Filters and Effects every 11 days. Most recently, Microscope was updated on October 23, 2026 and AR Video Filters and Effects on October 22, 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.*