Comparison

VoxScan vs ab Spatial Ambisonics Recorder

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

Head to head
About

VoxScan

This app allows users to capture and export 3D models using LiDAR technology, with support for various file formats. It also enables USDZ import for creating voxel models, even on devices without LiDAR. Compatibility extends to Apple Vision Pro for experiencing creations.

Highlights
  • LiDAR 3D model capture
  • Export in .vox, .ply, .usdz, .stl, .glTF, .obj
  • USDZ import for voxel creation
  • Apple Vision Pro compatibility
  • iOS 17+ and LiDAR camera required for capture
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Key Features: Capture and Export Functionality: VoxScan seamlessly captures and exports your creations in various formats, including .vox, .ply, .usdz, .stl, .glTF, and .obj, offering versatility for your 3D modeling projects. USDZ Import Service: Explore new dimensions by importing USDZ 3D file formats, enabling Voxel Model creation even on iPhone models without LiDAR cameras. Apple Vision Pro Compatibility: VoxScan extends its support to Apple Vision Pro, supporting only functionality to experience the Voxel Model Creation feature. Capture Feature Requirements: To utilize the capture feature, iOS 17+ and an iPhone with a LiDAR camera are essential. Apple Vision Pro and Other iPhone Models(Without LiDAR Camera Support) Note: Please be aware that on Apple Vision Pro and other iPhone models without LiDAR camera support, only the input feature will be functional. Supported Input Format: The exclusive supported input format is USDZ. Particularly effective are 3D models created through object capture using Photogrammetry. However, please note that importing USDZ files containing complex 3D models, such as those with separated objects, excessively large or small mesh data, and animated objects, may result in display issues, including the possibility of rendering nothing in the space. Exercise caution when importing such files. Supported Export Formats: Export your creations in diverse file formats, including .vox, .ply, .usdz, .stl, .glTF, and .obj. Tested on: VoxScan has undergone successful testing on iPhone 12 Pro and 15 Pro models. MagicaVoxel Note: Please note that the model's color will be based on the default MagicaVoxel color palette, resulting in a different appearance compared to our app. Unlock the potential of 3D modeling with VoxScan โ€“ Download now and bring your creations to life!

About

ab Spatial Ambisonics Recorder

Record high-quality, lossless 1st Order Ambisonics audio and 4K video simultaneously. This advanced tool allows for spatial audio capture that can be decoded into various speaker layouts, including Dolby Atmos. It also features a built-in player for instant review of your recordings.

Highlights
  • Lossless 1st Order Ambisonics recording
  • Simultaneous 4K video recording
  • Audio decoded to Stereo for video
  • Built-in media player
  • Adjustable audio bit depth and sample rate
  • Configurable video resolution and frame rate
  • Orientation adaptation for soundfield
Features
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'ab Spatial Recorder' is an advanced recorder of 1st Order Ambisonics signals LOSSLESSLY for Spatial Audio. Requires iPhone 16 Pro/Pro Max and above! Using your iPhone's built-in microphone array, you can now record Audio in 1OA Ambisonics losslessly. The Ambisonics Audio can later be decoded to any speaker layout in existence: From Stereo all the way to 5.1, or even Dolby Atmos beds! Additionally, 'ab Spatial Recorder' also includes a video recorder that helps you record video WHILE recording Ambisonics audio. That way you can record video and simultaneously have your lossless Ambisonics track. This track is also decoded inside the device and a Stereo audio signal added to the final video. That way, you have your video with stereo audio and your lossless Ambisonics WAV. 'ab Spatial Recorder' comes also with a media player that helps you visualise, and listen to your 1OA recordings in Stereo, so you can watch or listen instantly! Included: - Lossless 1st Order Ambisonics recording, straight from your iPhone's microphone array. - Video recording, with your Ambisonics track decoded to Stereo and added to the video for you. - A built-in player to watch and listen to your 1OA recordings in Stereo, instantly. - Recorded Audio can be 16-bit, 24-bit, or even 32-bit Float at 48kHz. - Video can be all the way from SD, to 1080p and even 4k, at 24, 30, or 60fps. - Recordings can be done in portrait mode, or in landscape mode - the Ambisonics soundfield will adapt to the orientation of your device. - Video Stabiliser can be turned on or off. - Cameras can be flipped together with the Ambisonics soundfield, meaning that you can use your selfie camera as "Front" or your main cameras as "Front" - it all depends on what YOU want! Available as separate add-ons: - GPS Tagging - a GPS tag saved in both your video and your audio files, so you always have the location where the media was recorded. - Dual Camera - record BOTH cameras at once, so you can see what's happening in front of and behind the device, great for tracking audio. Works in PiP mode or in DOUBLE 4K! - Real-Time Audio - decode the audio to Stereo in real time and write it into your video file while you record, for instant results. - Immersive Formats Export - IAMF Audio, to create spatial videos you can upload to YouTube, plus Apple Spatial ASAF. - Advanced Camera Controls - for professional takes (Log, Log2, HDR, P3, manual ISO, shutter speed, white balance, focus options, zoom curves - all based on device support). - Soundfield Rotation - rotate your Ambisonics files manually or through head rotation (AirPods).

Screenshots

VoxScan4 screens
ab Spatial Ambisonics Recorder4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: VoxScan at Free against ab Spatial Ambisonics Recorder's $5.99. VoxScan also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 6) and iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26). On review sentiment, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

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

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

VoxScan is free to download; ab Spatial Ambisonics Recorder costs $5.99 up front. ab Spatial Ambisonics Recorder sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. VoxScan asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

VoxScan ships an update every 5 weeks, ab Spatial Ambisonics Recorder every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences ยท 4 level
VoxScan versus ab Spatial Ambisonics Recorder: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVoxScanab Spatial Ambisonics Recorder
PriceFree โ€” better$5.99
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews0.0% of reviews
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 3 weeks โ€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo โ€” betterYes
MonetizationFree โ€” betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, Vision Pro โ€” betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.0 โ€” better26
Further details โ€” not scored
Size27 MB19 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYasuo HasegawaAlejandro Cabrera Zuniga

Customer experience

VoxScan

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

ab Spatial Ambisonics Recorder

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

None

VoxScan

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

ab Spatial Ambisonics Recorder

One-time6
  • Soundfield Rotation - Headtracking$2.99
  • Real-Time Audio Support$3.99
  • Advanced Video Controls$3.99
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  • GPS Tagging Support$3.99
  • Dual Camera$4.99
  • Immersive Formats Export$4.99

Questions

Is VoxScan free?
VoxScan is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ab Spatial Ambisonics Recorder free?
ab Spatial Ambisonics Recorder costs $5.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Do VoxScan or ab Spatial Ambisonics Recorder have ads?
Neither VoxScan nor ab Spatial Ambisonics Recorder shows ads.
Which is updated more often, VoxScan or ab Spatial Ambisonics Recorder?
VoxScan ships an update every 5 weeks, and ab Spatial Ambisonics Recorder every 3 weeks. Most recently, VoxScan was updated on October 24, 2026 and ab Spatial Ambisonics Recorder on October 31, 2026.

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