LensPro vs Projection Mapping Toolbox
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
LensPro
This utility app assists projectionists with lens calculations for various projector brands. It maintains an updated database of lens information accessible via the internet.
- Lens calculations
- Supports Barco, Christie, Panasonic, Epson, Benq, Mitsubishi, Optoma, Sony
- Online database updates
- Ideal for projectionists
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LensPro is the ideal companion of every projectionist. Lenspro allows the calculations of lenses: Barco - Christie - Panasonic, Digital Projection, Epson, Benq, Mitsubishi,Optoma,Sony. updating the database via the internet
Projection Mapping Toolbox
This utility app assists projection mapping, AV, and live production professionals with on-site calculations. It offers tools for projector placement, throw distance, surface dimensions, and multi-projector layouts, streamlining workflows for technicians and designers.
- Throw Distance Calculator
- Multi-Projector Layouts
- Surface Dimension Tool
- Aspect Ratio Estimator
- CAD PDF Import
- Projector Inventory
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Projection Calculator Toolbox is a mobile utility for projection mapping, AV, and live production workflows. It is designed for on-site calculations where speed and accuracy matter. The app provides tools to calculate projector placement, throw distance, surface dimensions, and multi-projector layouts using real-world measurements and manufacturer specifications. Tools Included Throw Distance Calculator Calculate projector-to-surface distance using lens throw ratios. Multi-Projector Calculations Plan multi-projector layouts with support for edge blending. Surface Dimension Tool Convert physical surface measurements into pixel width and height. Aspect Ratio Estimator Estimate surface aspect ratio using live view or photo reference. CAD PDF Import Import technical drawing PDFs and visualize projector photometrics over layouts. Projector Inventory Store commonly used projector specifications and reuse them across calculations. Projection Calculator Toolbox is intended for technicians and designers who need reliable calculations on site without spreadsheets or desktop software. The interface prioritizes clarity and fast input to minimize setup time. Built with React and Capacitor for native iOS performance.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Projection Mapping Toolbox at Free against LensPro's $5.99. Projection Mapping Toolbox also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.4) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 12 months). LensPro's advantage is ratings volume (21 vs 1). On ads, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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
Projection Mapping Toolbox is free to download; LensPro costs $5.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Projection Mapping Toolbox holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LensPro has 21 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
LensPro ships an update every 12 months, Projection Mapping Toolbox every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | LensPro | Projection Mapping Toolbox |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $5.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.4 (21 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 72.2% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 21 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 12 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 14.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 113 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | piXap | Joseph Shea |
Customer experience
LensPro
Projection Mapping Toolbox
In-app purchases
LensPro
No in-app purchases
Projection Mapping Toolbox
No in-app purchases
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