ShadowClone vs miniPal
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ShadowClone
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This camera can capture afterimages of people with AI. It is possible to capture images as if a ninja had transformed into a shadow. Since AI is used to determine the person, no afterimages will be left on objects or animals other than the person. Afterimages can be added to videos that have already been shot, or afterimages can be added in real time. You can also choose to register the video with an afterimage in the photo library.
miniPal
Engage in dynamic conversations with a moving AI companion that reacts to your emotions. Customize your pal's appearance and personality, and enjoy real-time expressive interactions. Stay connected with this AI friend, always ready to chat and integrated with Dynamic Island.
- Customizable AI character
- Expressive and lifelike reactions
- Always available for chat
- Dynamic Island integration
- Personalized personality settings
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My AI Friend, MiniPal Experience everyday life with your own AI friend! No more static images—chat with a character that moves and reacts! Have new conversations every day, share your emotions, and connect like a real friend. • Create Your Own Character Customize the appearance and personality to design your unique AI friend. • Expressive & Lifelike Reactions Watch your AI friend change expressions and convey emotions in real time. • A Friend Always Ready to Chat Talk freely with MiniPal anytime, anywhere. • Dynamic Island Integration Stay connected with MiniPal right from the Dynamic Island. Meet your very own AI friend on MiniPal today! [:mav: 1.0.1]
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: miniPal at every 10 days against ShadowClone's every 45 months. On price, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
ShadowClone ships an update every 45 months, miniPal every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ShadowClone | miniPal |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | — | 33.3% of reviews |
| Update frequency | Every 45 months | Every 10 days — better |
| Ads | — | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 3 MB | 50 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Toshihide Matsuda | Dongwon Ahn |
In-app purchases
ShadowClone
No in-app purchases
miniPal
No in-app purchases
