Comparison

Schouwing vs Kaleidoscope AR

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

Head to head
About

Schouwing

Features
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In the APP you can first select a project and then a drawing for this project. You can place elements such as 'red dots' directly on the drawing. In a 'fire safety advice', for example, 'red dots' elements, such as 'fire alarm', 'smoke alarm', etc. can be placed on a drawing. In the detail information of the 'red dots', you can select a default element name or enter a text for an element name or enter text to indicate the purpose of the 'red dot', for example 'work to do', 'specific information', etc. Photos can also be added and internal and/or external information can be entered. Instead of opting for a standard 'overview drawing', 'construction drawing' etc., you can also take a photo, using the APP, and use this photo as a drawing where you can place 'red dots' and per 'red dot ' can provide detailed information. Once all elements are placed on a drawing, you can have an internal and external PDF created from the APP. The PDF shows the drawing with the red dots and a detailed overview of all elements, 'red dots', that are on this drawing. The 'internal notices' are not displayed on an external PDF. In addition to placing elements on a drawing, you can also add texts for selected paragraphs/sections [via audio or manual input], which can later be inserted into an MS Word document from the dashboard with one mouse click. This unique functionality saves a lot of time because texts specified on location no longer have to be manually added to the document or 'cut and pasted'. Explanation Dashboard In the dashboard you can add projects and drawings such as 'overview drawings', 'construction drawings', etc. to a project. You can also specify standard elements such as 'fire detectors', 'smoke detectors', etc. You can also set standard paragraphs/sections that can be selected from the APP, where you can specify the texts that must be set for the selected paragraph/section and later can be inserted into the MS-Word document.

About

Kaleidoscope AR

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Kaleidoscope AR will only work with iPhone models that have the Lidar camera (iPhone Pro or iPhone Pro Max 12, 13, 14, 15). Welcome to Kaleidoscope AR - the ultimate tool for room measurements and interior quoting in augmented reality! Tired of struggling with traditional measuring tapes? Say hello to the future of interior quoting with Kaleidoscope AR. Whether you're a professional contractor, interior designer, or a DIY enthusiast, this powerful AR application revolutionizes how you measure and quote your jobs. Features: Effortless Room Scanning: Simply walk around your room with your device, and Kaleidoscope AR will automatically detect and measure walls and floors in real-time using advanced augmented reality technology. Accurate Measurements: Obtain measurements for your room, including wall lengths, ceiling heights, and floor areas, with just a few taps on your screen (This app uses Augmented Reality and Lidar technology to take a rough measurement for quickly quoting jobs and measuring rooms, the measurement are aprozzmets and are precise between +/- 10cm). Multiple Applications: Use Kaleidoscope for various projects, such as dry-lining, painting, carpet fitting, or any other renovation tasks. Receive instant calculations to for your specific needs. Export to USDZ and OBJ: Seamlessly export your scanned rooms to USDZ and OBJ formats, allowing you to integrate them into other applications or share them with clients and collaborators. Live AR Preview: Visualise your scanned rooms in augmented reality directly within the app. Create Floor Plans: Generate floor plans from your scans with just a few taps. Customise your floor plans with annotations, room labels, and measurements for a professional finish. Kaleidoscope empowers you to streamline your workflow, eliminate guesswork, and bring your interior design visions to life with unparalleled precision and efficiency. Download Kaleidoscope now and experience the future of interior design in the palm of your hand! EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Schouwing4 screens
Kaleidoscope AR4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Schouwing at none against Kaleidoscope AR's 1. Schouwing also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). Kaleidoscope AR's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Kaleidoscope AR sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $12.99 per year. Schouwing asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Schouwing ships an update every 3 weeks, Kaleidoscope AR every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences Β· 3 level
Schouwing versus Kaleidoscope AR: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSchouwingKaleidoscope AR
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 4 days β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo β€” betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 β€” better16.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size17 MB138 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGerard HofMARITIME MASTER LIMITED

In-app purchases

None

Schouwing

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Kaleidoscope AR

Subscriptions1
  • Pro Yearly14 Days trial$12.991 Year

Questions

Is Schouwing free?
Schouwing is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Kaleidoscope AR free?
Kaleidoscope AR is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Schouwing or Kaleidoscope AR have ads?
Neither Schouwing nor Kaleidoscope AR shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Schouwing or Kaleidoscope AR?
Schouwing ships an update every 3 weeks, and Kaleidoscope AR every 4 days. Most recently, Schouwing was updated on September 23, 2026 and Kaleidoscope AR on October 14, 2026.

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