Comparison

Factory Settings vs AR Trail

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

Head to head
About

Factory Settings

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Factory Settings allows you to access a whole new dimension to Factory International’s space. Choose a lens and step into a playful world of virtual experiences created by artists. Each artwork taps into both physical and virtual elements. Factory Settings is a platform for interactive encounters – offering fresh perspectives on our productions, providing a new way to explore our building and inviting you to become part of the artwork.

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AR Trail

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Discover the rich history and groundbreaking research of Cambridge through Augmented Reality (AR). Did you know the fascinating story behind the discovery of the double-helix structure of DNA? Or about the legendary party Stephen Hawking hosted for time travelers in 2009? How many attendees showed up? Where exactly is the hidden corner dedicated to Winnie the Pooh? Cambridge University has served as the backdrop for countless inspiring tales and pivotal discoveries. Now, you can delve into these narratives through a lens of creativity, right at the heart of where they unfolded. The Cambridge AR Trail invites you to embark on a journey where imagination converges with both contemporary and historical research. This AR trail comprises 7 captivating stories dispersed across Cambridge’s city centre. This free AR App is a collaborative effort between Nunulanka Studios and Spot D, funded by the Cambridge Festival 2024 (https://www.festival.cam.ac.uk/). Features: Time Traveler Party Breast Cancer Research Sculpture A.A. Milne’s Literary Corner DNA Sculpture Impact Insight Inclusion: Listening to Young Ethnographers Brain Waves Discovery Human Embryo Models Stay Safe: While using the Cambridge AR Trail App, please remain aware of your surroundings and ensure safe play and communication. By using the App, you agree that you do so at your own risk and will not utilize the Cambridge AR Trail App to violate any applicable laws, regulations, event policies, or instructions. The Cambridge AR Trail experience is intended for personal, non-commercial use only. Commercial utilization of the app or any content provided within is strictly prohibited.

Screenshots

Factory Settings4 screens
AR Trail3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: Factory Settings at 3 against AR Trail's —. AR Trail's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). On price 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
Factory Settings versus AR Trail: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFactory SettingsAR Trail
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyWeekly—
AdsNo—
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — better—
Requires iOS15.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size71 MB364 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperManchester International FestivalMark Dodson

In-app purchases

None

Factory Settings

No in-app purchases

None

AR Trail

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Factory Settings free?
Factory Settings is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is AR Trail free?
AR Trail is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

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