Decim8 vs Matter
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Decim8
Apply a variety of digital effects to your photos and live camera feeds. Save custom effect combinations and explore unique, ever-changing visual transformations.
- 33 digital effects
- Load from photo library
- Live camera input
- Save custom effects
- Unique effect variations
- Effect previews
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APP RATED 9/10 BY WIRED MAGAZINE - 33 insane digital effects - Load images from your photo library or use a live camera - Save your favorite combinations as your own named effects - Effects never exactly the same twice - Effects previews give an idea of what each effect does.
Matter
Enhance your photos by seamlessly integrating 3D objects and applying various visual styles. Adjust shadows and use masking tools for realistic blending. Create animated video loops with dynamic object movements.
- Add 3D objects to photos
- Apply reflective/refractive styles
- Adjust model shadows
- Built-in masking tools
- Create animated video loops
- High-resolution image/video export
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= = = = = Brought to you by the award-winning app development team, Pixite. With Matter, alter the reality of your photos by seamlessly adding unique 3D objects to them. Choose from 4 packs of models ranging from simple geometric shapes to complex, architectural structures. Once you’ve chosen your object, select from a range of visual styles to make it reflective or refractive, opaque or translucent. Output high resolution images and even videos. Make your edits even more realistic by adding and adjusting the model’s shadow. Fine-tune the shadow's position, opacity, and strength. Use the built-in masking tools to erase portions of your model or shadow to seamlessly blend it into your photo's environment. Use the unique video export feature to create short animated loops of the object spinning, pulsing, and hovering in your photo. Adjust the rotation speed and direction for a different effect every time. Make sure to share your Matter edits on Instagram using #matterapp for a chance to be featured.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Matter at 4.5 against Decim8's 3.8. Matter also leads on review sentiment (82% vs 52%). Decim8's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and update cadence (weekly vs monthly). On ratings volume, ads and device support 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
Decim8 costs $0.99 and Matter $4.99 up front. Matter sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Decim8 asks for nothing beyond the download.
Matter holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 149 and 304 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 52% of Decim8's written reviews are positive against 82% of Matter's.
Decim8 ships an update weekly, Matter monthly. Both last shipped on October 14, 2026.
| Parameter | Decim8 | Matter |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $0.99 — better | $4.99 |
| Rating | 3.8 (149 ratings) | 4.5 (304 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 51.7% of reviews | 81.8% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 149 | 304 — better |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Monthly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | Free with in-app purchases — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 15.7 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 31 MB | 335 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Kris Collins | Pixite Inc. |
Customer experience
Decim8
Matter
User reviews
Decim8
From 149 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Excellent effects and results
- 👍 Highly creative and fun to use
- 🎨 Unique glitch art capabilities
- 💡 Randomize feature for unexpected results
Room to improve
- 🐛 Crashes and stability issues
- 🤔 Confusing or unintuitive interface
- 🔍 Lack of previewing and undo options
- 🖼️ Inconsistent or unpredictable effects
Matter
From 304 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Fun and creative photo editing
- 🚀 Powerful 3D rendering engine
- 💡 Unique and innovative features
- 👍 Easy to use and intuitive
- 👍 Excellent for digital art creation
Room to improve
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and stability issues
- 🔒 Limited import/export options
- 🔋 High resource usage causing performance problems
- 👎 Outdated and no longer supported
Bugs and requests
Decim8
Reported bugs
3 issues- Crashes on startup or when trying to save
- Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
- Inability to access camera roll or photo library
Requested features
5 requests- Add undo/revert functionality
- Improve interface and usability
- Implement better image saving options
- Add support for higher resolution images
- Introduce video processing capabilities
Matter
Reported bugs
3 issues- Unable to open app or load new projects
- Rendering quality issues, especially on newer devices
- Crashes when trying to add custom audio
Requested features
4 requests- Add option to import custom 3D objects
- Extend video duration beyond 15 seconds
- Improve audio integration with ability to use own music
- Implement layering and depth control for 3D objects
In-app purchases
Decim8
No in-app purchases
Matter
- Forms in OrbitFree
- Twisted Geometry$0.99
- Stock and Render$0.99
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- Future Machines$1.99
- Master Pack$2.99
- Forever Unlock$4.99
