Comparison

CamX vs Viso

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

CamX

Transform your iPad into a portable monitor or capture device. Streamline content creation and gaming with high-quality recording and customizable settings. Ideal for on-the-go productivity and entertainment.

Highlights
  • Portable display for iPad
  • High-quality video recording
  • Gaming mode with picture settings
  • Videography mode with histograms
  • User-friendly interface
  • Internal capture for other devices
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CamX turns your iPhone into a professional camera and your iPad into a portable capture monitor. On iPhone, CamX delivers full manual camera controls, real-time video effects, and professional monitoring tools. On iPad, simply connect a USB capture card to transform it into a portable display for gaming, streaming, or filmmaking. One powerful tool for creators, gamers, and filmmakers. 【Real-Time Video Effects (20+)】 • Gaming-optimized effects Recreate classic arcade displays with CRT scanlines, screen curvature, shadow masks, retro pixel styles, and LCD grids • Analog signal effects VHS, NTSC composite, and dithering • AI upscaling Enhance low-resolution sources with sharper visuals • Creative effects Night vision, film grain, and chromatic aberration • VFX Recording Bake effects directly into recorded videos and photos • VFX Profiles Save and switch between custom presets instantly 【Professional Monitoring】 • GPU-accelerated histogram RGB, Luma, and RGB Parade modes • Video scopes Waveform, RGB waveform, and vectorscope • Focus and exposure tools Focus peaking, zebra stripes, and false color • LUT preview Real-time preview with custom .cube LUT import • Picture profiles Adjust contrast, saturation, and color temperature 【Advanced Camera Controls】 • Manual exposure, white balance, and lens adjustments • High-quality recording Custom resolution, frame rate, and codec settings • Composition guides Aspect ratio masks (2.39:1, 2:1, 1.85:1, 4:3, 1:1, 9:16) • Guide colors and center marker 【Two Display Modes】 Gaming Mode Minimal overlay with low latency, optimized for capture cards. Videography Mode Full monitoring tools including histogram, scopes, and picture adjustments. 【More Features】 • AirPlay and external display support Clean feed mode with HDMI / USB-C output • Media browser Manage photos and videos directly in the app • Screen lock Prevent accidental touches during recording 【CamX Pro】 Unlock the full studio experience with VFX effects, advanced monitoring tools, custom skins, and more. Everything you already love about CamX remains free. 【Device Compatibility】 • Built-in camera capture works on all supported devices, including iPhone • UVC capture is supported on iPad models with USB-C ports Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Viso

Transform your mobile device into a powerful projection mapping studio. Create professional visual displays on any surface without needing a computer or complex software. Apply real-time effects, warp visuals to irregular shapes, and access a library of dynamic generative backgrounds.

Highlights
  • Projection mapping tools
  • Precision warping and masking
  • Built-in effects engine
  • Real-time generative visualizers
  • Integrated asset store
  • Live preview and multi-surface mapping
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Projection mapping made simple. Map faster and create professional visual displays directly from your iPhone or iPad. Visomapper transforms your device into a complete projection mapping studio. No computer. No video editing software. No expensive hardware. Just powerful, intuitive tools that let you map visuals onto buildings, sculptures, stages, or home setups in minutes. Connect to any projector via HDMI, USB-C, or AirPlay and start mapping immediately. Visomapper gives you the creative freedom to light up the world without the complex workflow. WHY VISOMAPPER? A COMPLETE VFX STUDIO IN YOUR POCKET Stop rendering loops in external video editors. Visomapper lets you apply professional visual effects live inside the app. Transform simple images or videos using the Effects Engine—apply Fragment Effects to shatter your visuals, create pulsing Scale animations, or automate Opacity fades. Achieve complex motion graphics results in seconds, not hours. MAP ANYTHING, ANYWHERE Turn any object into a dynamic canvas. Visomapper’s touch-first interface makes it effortless to project onto irregular surfaces. Use precise Masking Tools to cut out shapes and Corner Warping to align your visuals perfectly to any geometry. Drag corners, warp meshes, and snap vertices to fit your projection to reality. DYNAMIC VISUALIZERS Forget static images. Visomapper includes a library of Visualizers—real-time generative backgrounds that animate and evolve. Explore Kaleidoscopes, Particles, Tunnels, and fluid Gradients that render live on your device. EXTENSIVE ASSET STORE Expand your creative possibilities with the integrated Asset Store. Browse and download high-quality textures, video loops, and visualizer presets designed specifically for projection mapping. Finding the perfect content for your installation has never been easier. SIMPLE DESIGN, PROFESSIONAL RESULTS Project full-resolution visuals while keeping your control interface private. Built on Apple’s Metal graphics engine, Visomapper ensures buttery-smooth playback and high performance, even when stacking multiple effects and layers. CORE FEATURES PROJECTION MAPPING TOOLS Precision Warping: Corner handles and mesh distortion for exact alignment. Masking & Drawing: Create custom shapes to fit specific objects or architectural details. Multi-Surface: Map multiple independent objects or panels simultaneously. Live Preview: See your changes instantly on the projector. BUILT-IN EFFECTS ENGINE Fragment Effect: Shatter, wave, and explode your visuals in real-time. Transform Effects: Automate scale, rotation, and position animations. Opacity & Blending: Create professional transitions and layered looks without video editing. Real-Time Rendering: All effects are calculated live—no waiting for renders. CREATIVE VISUALIZERS Library: Access real-time generative effects like Kaleidoscope, Strobe, and Noise. Customizable Parameters: Adjust speed, density, and styles on the fly. Video Import: Load your own content and enhance it with app effects. CONNECTIVITY & CONTROL Universal Support: Works with HDMI, USB-C, Lightning, and AirPlay projectors. Extended Display: Projects only your canvas content while keeping editor controls hidden. Offline Capable: No internet needed for performance. Project Management: Save, duplicate, and organize your mapping setups. PERFECT FOR Artists & VJs: Create pro-level stage visuals without a laptop or After Effects. Event Organizers: Transform weddings, venues, and exhibits with immersive light. Home Decor: Design ambient environments or holiday displays effortlessly. Store Displays: Create eye-catching digital signage on any surface. Visomapper brings the power of professional desktop mapping software to a modern, mobile interface. It replaces complicated video production workflows with real-time effects and a touch-first design. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula Privacy Policy: https://visomapper.com/privacy

Screenshots

CamX3 screens
Viso4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: CamX at 68% against Viso's 0%. CamX also leads on rating (4.4 vs 3.6) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. CamX sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per year and Viso sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

CamX holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CamX has 276 ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 68% of CamX's written reviews are positive against 0% of Viso's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CamX ships an update every 3 weeks, Viso every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
CamX versus Viso: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCamXViso
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (276 ratings) — better3.6 (11 ratings)
Positive reviews68.2% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings276 — better11
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size19 MB137 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTouchbits Inc.Merek Barrett

Customer experience

CamX

All ratings276 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral3.6%
Negative13.0%
Written reviews129 reviews
Positive68.2%
Neutral10.9%
Negative20.9%

Viso

All ratings11 ratings
Positive54.5%
Neutral27.3%
Negative18.2%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral66.7%
Negative33.3%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

CamX

Subscriptions1
  • CamX Pro$2.991 Year
One-time3
  • Small Tip$1.99
  • Nice Tip$4.99
  • Big Tip$9.99
2 purchases

Viso

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Premium7 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Annual Premium7 Days trial$29.991 Year

Questions

Is CamX free?
CamX is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Viso free?
Viso is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, CamX or Viso?
CamX is rated higher. CamX averages 4.4 out of 5 from 276 ratings, while Viso averages 3.6 from 11 ratings.
Do CamX or Viso have ads?
Neither CamX nor Viso shows ads.
Which is updated more often, CamX or Viso?
CamX ships an update every 3 weeks, and Viso every 5 weeks. Most recently, CamX was updated on September 25, 2026 and Viso on September 13, 2026.

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