# R vs Below

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: R at none against Below's 1. R also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Below sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. R asks for nothing beyond the download.

R ships an update every 3 weeks, Below every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on September 10, 2026 and September 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | R | Below |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[4.0 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/below-magic/id6467542510/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **6** |
| Positive reviews | — | 66.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 11 days** |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 23 MB | 46 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Benjamin Vianney](https://appshunter.io/developer/1376014245) | [French Twins Illusion](https://appshunter.io/developer/1708789254) |

## What reviewers say

### R

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/r-light/id6449964837)

**In-app purchases:** none


### Below

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/below-magic/id6467542510)

Transform everyday objects into something else using your phone's camera. This app visually changes items like cards live, allowing for impressive illusions. It's designed for both close-up and stage magic performances.

**Highlights:** Live object transformation, Uses phone camera for illusions, Changes cards and business cards, Suitable for close-up magic, Suitable for stage performances

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Buy BELOW | $129.00 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is R free?

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

### Is Below free?

Below is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do R or Below have ads?

Neither R nor Below shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, R or Below?

R ships an update every 3 weeks, and Below every 11 days. Most recently, R was updated on September 10, 2026 and Below on September 7, 2026.

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