frame vs Phorma
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
frame
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This is picture frame. TODO: adjust to ipad.
Phorma
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Create stunning generative art with Phorma. No coding required and no AI involved. Generate unlimited unique designs with a few simple taps. Features: • 10 Algorithms to choose from: Each offers a unique artistic style. More coming soon! • Customizable parameters: Adjust settings like color, line weight, and tile size for endless combinations. • Pick colors your way: Use a minimal picker or the full system color picker. • Autogenerate designs: Hit play to generate new designs on a timer. • Full screen mode: Hide controls to immerse yourself in your creations. • Save & Share: Easily save your art or share your designs with friends.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Phorma at none against frame's shown. frame's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 2 weeks) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.0). On price, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
frame ships an update every 2 days, Phorma every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | frame | Phorma |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 days — better | Every 2 weeks |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 3 MB | 2 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Ie So | Jose Villegas |
In-app purchases
frame
No in-app purchases
Phorma
No in-app purchases
