Comparison

benoît M vs SuperPaint

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

Head to head
About

benoît M

Explore the infinite complexity of the Mandelbrot set with real-time rendering. Dive into a universe of self-similar structures, customize colors, and export stunning high-resolution images.

Highlights
  • Interactive Mandelbrot set exploration
  • Real-time Metal rendering
  • Pseudo-3D relief mode
  • Customizable color gradients
  • High-resolution PNG export (up to 8K)
  • Saved app state
Features
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benoît M is a visual exploration of the Mandelbrot set — one of the most iconic and fascinating shapes in mathematics. Named in homage to Benoît Mandelbrot, who discovered this fractal-set named after him in 1979. The mathematician introduced the world to fractal geometry. This app lets you dive into a universe created from one deceptively simple formula: repeat z² + c, again and again. From that small rule emerge endless spirals, islands, valleys, coastlines, and self-similar structures that continue to reveal new detail as you zoom deeper. With real-time Metal rendering, benoît M turns fractal exploration into a smooth, visual experience. Pinch to zoom, pan to move, and double-tap to dive into interesting regions. Switch between classic Mandelbrot rendering and a beautiful pseudo-3D relief mode that gives the fractal a sculptural, almost metallic depth. Customize the look with image gradients, procedural palettes, inverted or flipped color styles, and adjustable iteration quality. When you find a scene worth keeping, export it as a square high-resolution PNG — up to 8K — directly to your Photo Library. Features: - Explore the Mandelbrot set interactively - Smooth Metal-based rendering - Classic Mandelbrot and pseudo-3D relief modes - Image-based and procedural color gradients - Adjustable iteration depth - Pinch, pan, and double-tap navigation - High-resolution PNG export: 2K and 8K - Saved app state, so you continue where you left off A compact tribute to Benoît Mandelbrot and the beauty of fractal geometry Whether you are fascinated by mathematics, generative art, abstract visuals, or simply beautiful patterns, benoît M invites you to explore infinity — one zoom at a time.

About

SuperPaint

Create digital art with a realistic fluid simulation engine. Control paint flow, mix colors dynamically, and use professional drawing tools with stylus support. Import and export high-resolution artwork.

Highlights
  • Fluid simulation paint engine
  • Adjustable physics settings
  • Dynamic color and hue cycling
  • Professional drawing tools
  • Pressure-sensitive stylus support
  • Import and export high-resolution art
Features
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SuperPaint is a digital art studio built on a high-performance fluid simulation engine that treats digital pigment as a physical substance. Fluid Simulation & Physics: - The paint engine reacts naturally to touch movements and device orientation. - Adjustable physics settings allow you to customize how paint flows, mixes, and reacts to gravity. - Multi-touch support enables 2-finger painting to dynamically control brush width and effects in real-time. Dynamic Color & Hue Cycling: - A unique color system features adjustable hue cycling and range for iridescent, multi-tonal strokes. - Includes professional "Old Master" color presets and a precision eyedropper for sampling directly from the canvas. Professional Drawing Tools: - Specialized physics-based presets: Oil, Watercolor, Spray, Sponge, and Splatter. - Five customizable brush slots to build and save your own unique tool configurations. - Designed for creative precision with full pressure-sensitive stylus support. Canvas Essentials: - Import images or export high-resolution art to your device. - Comprehensive canvas controls: Zoom, pan, rotate, and flip. - Customizable canvas background colors and project clear functions.

Screenshots

benoît M4 screens
SuperPaint4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: SuperPaint at 100% against benoît M's 0%. SuperPaint also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.2). benoît M's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SuperPaint holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: benoît M has 5 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of benoît M's written reviews are positive against 100% of SuperPaint's.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
benoît M versus SuperPaint: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameterbenoît MSuperPaint
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (5 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings5 — better1
Update frequency—Every 10 days
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.016.0
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB44 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPhilippe ZayAharon Netz

Customer experience

benoît M

All ratings5 ratings
Positive80.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative20.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

SuperPaint

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

benoît M

No in-app purchases

None

SuperPaint

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is benoît M free?
benoît M is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SuperPaint free?
SuperPaint is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, benoît M or SuperPaint?
SuperPaint is rated higher. benoît M averages 4.2 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while SuperPaint averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do benoît M or SuperPaint have ads?
SuperPaint shows ads; benoît M does not.

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