# XScreenSaver vs Sensory Mesmo

The clearest difference is ratings volume: XScreenSaver at 109 against Sensory Mesmo's 1. Sensory Mesmo's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.8) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 17.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Sensory Mesmo holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: XScreenSaver has 109 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | XScreenSaver | Sensory Mesmo |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (109 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xscreensaver/id539014593/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sensory-mesmo/id1558896749/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **109** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 92.9% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | — |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 37 MB | 8 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Jamie Zawinski](https://appshunter.io/developer/368900426) | [Sensory App House Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1361994084) |

## What reviewers say

### XScreenSaver

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xscreensaver/id539014593)

Explore a vast collection of historic and educational graphics demos originally designed for Linux and Unix systems. This application allows you to interact with hundreds of these visual demonstrations, ported from the classic screen saver collection.

**Highlights:** Historic graphics demos, Educational visual content, Interactive demo playback, Large collection of visuals, Cross-platform heritage

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- ✨ No ads or data collection
- 🎨 Extensive variety of screensavers
- 📱 Works seamlessly across multiple platforms (iOS, Mac, iPad)
- 🆓 Completely free application
- 🕰️ Nostalgic and retro aesthetic appeal

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes with certain screensavers
- 🎯 Difficult to tap small exit button on larger devices
- 🔋 High battery consumption on some devices
- ⚠️ Photo library screensaver crashes on iOS 13
- 🎪 Limited practical use on iOS devices

**Reported bugs**

- Photo library screensaver crashes on iOS 13
- GLText reveals password when system info is selected
- Framebuffer loading failures requiring app restart
- Crashes on certain devices or configurations
- Difficult UI for exiting screensavers on larger phones

**Requested features**

- Favorites or bookmarking system to save preferred screensavers
- Hide or exclude unwanted screensavers from rotation
- Ability to select specific channels in XAnalogTV screensaver
- Widget support for iOS standby mode
- Prevent auto-lock feature to keep screen on


### Sensory Mesmo

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sensory-mesmo/id1558896749)

Experience mesmerizing, groovy visuals inspired by the 1960s. This app features pulsating colors and dynamic effects that respond to touch, offering an infinite combination of colors for a captivating sensory experience. It's perfect for relaxation or creating a soothing ambiance.

**Highlights:** Pulsating colors and moving effects, Touch-responsive visuals, Adjustable speed and diffusion, External controller support (keyboard, Xbox, adaptive), No ads or subscriptions, Infinite color combinations

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Game Controller support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is XScreenSaver free?

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

### Is Sensory Mesmo free?

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

### Which has better reviews, XScreenSaver or Sensory Mesmo?

Sensory Mesmo is rated higher. XScreenSaver averages 4.8 out of 5 from 109 ratings, while Sensory Mesmo averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do XScreenSaver or Sensory Mesmo have ads?

Neither XScreenSaver nor Sensory Mesmo shows ads.

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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.*