Comparison

Flow Nodes vs Gradient Wallpapers

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

Head to head
About

Flow Nodes

Create live graphics, video effects, 3D scenes, and custom interfaces by visually connecting nodes. Utilize real-time inputs like camera and sensors, with AI assistance for understanding and editing flows. Sync projects across devices and automate with Shortcuts.

Highlights
  • Visual node-based programming
  • Real-time inputs (camera, sensors, MIDI, OSC)
  • 3D rendering and scene creation
  • AI-assisted editing and node creation
  • Keyframe animation with Bezier curves
  • Cross-device iCloud sync
  • Shortcuts automation
Features
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Flow Nodes is a visual programming app for building live graphics, video effects, 3D scenes, and custom interfaces — just connect nodes, no code required. Start from ready-made presets in Discover, follow built-in tutorials, or build from scratch. Combine image processing, video, animation, math, networking, and UI with realtime inputs like camera, microphone, motion sensors, body, hand and face tracking, MIDI, OSC, and NDI. Built for realtime creation. Nodes arrange themselves as you connect them. Search and add nodes quickly, edit properties in the inspector, animate with a keyframe timeline, and reuse flows inside other flows. Organize projects in folders, split the canvas into tabs and panes, and navigate with a mini-map and live previews. Import and export images (including HDR), video, and 3D assets, record any output to video, and AirPlay content over Wi-Fi or HDMI. On supported devices, Apple Intelligence helps you understand and edit flows: read node docs, review connections, and use chat to create, connect, and update nodes with natural language. Automate flows with Shortcuts. Node Features - AI nodes for image generation, Image Playground, and chat - Live video: camera, background removal, chroma key, and text detection - Body, hand, and face tracking - Video playback, frame sampling, and recording - Keyframe timeline with bezier curves - OSC, MIDI, NDI, and network requests for realtime control - 3D rendering of geometry, particle fields, and Gaussian splats - Cameras, lights, projectors, and 360° equirectangular and cube map tools - Vector and geometry tools: shapes, clones, extrude, lathe, and transforms - UI nodes: buttons, sliders, labels, text fields, grids, stacks, and overlays - JavaScript and Metal shader nodes for custom logic and effects - Sensors: motion, microphone, location, game controllers, and haptics - Data and state: typed values, lists, maps, math, time, and signals Some nodes require Pro Nodes access. Your flows sync across devices with iCloud. Privacy Policy https://flownodes.app/privacy-policy.html Terms of Use https://flownodes.app/terms-of-use.html

About

Gradient Wallpapers

Easily transform your ideas into stunning colour gradients using AI. Create custom wallpapers, backgrounds, and design elements with intuitive tools and real-time previews. Turn photos into unique colour schemes or describe your vision to generate one-of-a-kind designs.

Highlights
  • AI-powered gradient generation
  • Photo to gradient conversion
  • Intuitive tap and swipe controls
  • Real-time preview and editing
  • Blur effects and wireframe view
  • Export gradients as images and code
  • Pre-made templates and favorites
Features
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Meshing lets you quickly and easily transform your ideas into beautiful colour gradients. Perfect for creating wallpapers, designing websites and app backgrounds, or just playing with colours. What makes Meshing special: INTUITIVE DESIGN - Tap and swipe to craft amazing gradients - Choose from 2x2 to 4x4 grids for precise control - See your changes in real-time as you create DESCRIBE AND CREATE - Tell what you want, and make it happen with Meshing AI - Get unique gradients based on your descriptions - No design skills needed; just your imagination PHOTO TO GRADIENT - Turn any image into a unique gradient - Extract colour schemes from your favourite photos - Instantly create gradients that match your style STUNNING VISUALS - Add blur effects for a dreamy look - Switch to the wireframe view for a unique, structural perspective - Bring your gradients to life with smooth animations - Experiment with gradients on text, images, and buttons TEMPLATES AND FAVORITES • Get inspired with pre-made designs • Save your favourite gradients for future use • Build a personal library of inspiring colour schemes EXPORT AND SHARE • Save your work as high-quality images • Export gradients as ready-to-use code • Use your creations in any project I made Meshing because I believe everyone should be able to create beautiful designs, even if you are not a professional artist. Give the magic of Meshing a try and create amazing gradients! Meshing AI and saving or exporting images and videos require Meshing Pro, available as an in-app purchase. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Flow Nodes4 screens
Gradient Wallpapers4 screens

Verdict

The call

Flow Nodes and Gradient Wallpapers both sit at 4.4 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of Gradient Wallpapers's written reviews are positive against 78% of Flow Nodes's. On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence 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. Flow Nodes sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Gradient Wallpapers sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for Flow Nodes against 4.5 for Gradient Wallpapers. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 9 and 4 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 78% of Flow Nodes's written reviews are positive against 100% of Gradient Wallpapers's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Flow Nodes ships an update every 2 weeks, Gradient Wallpapers weekly. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Flow Nodes versus Gradient Wallpapers: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFlow NodesGradient Wallpapers
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (9 ratings)4.5 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews77.8% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings9 — better4
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Vision Pro — betteriPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS26.026.0
Further details — not scored
Size260 MB21 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAnton HeestandRudrank Riyam

Customer experience

Flow Nodes

All ratings9 ratings
Positive77.8%
Neutral11.1%
Negative11.1%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive77.8%
Neutral22.2%
Negative0.0%

Gradient Wallpapers

All ratings4 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Flow Nodes

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Nodes (Monthly)7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Pro Nodes (Yearly)14 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • All Nodes$49.99
4 purchases

Gradient Wallpapers

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly$1.991 Month
  • Weekly$1.997 Days
  • Annual$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$29.99

Questions

Is Flow Nodes free?
Flow Nodes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Gradient Wallpapers free?
Gradient Wallpapers is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Flow Nodes or Gradient Wallpapers?
Gradient Wallpapers is rated higher. Flow Nodes averages 4.4 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while Gradient Wallpapers averages 4.5 from 4 ratings.
Do Flow Nodes or Gradient Wallpapers have ads?
Neither Flow Nodes nor Gradient Wallpapers shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Flow Nodes or Gradient Wallpapers?
Flow Nodes ships an update every 2 weeks, and Gradient Wallpapers weekly. Most recently, Flow Nodes was updated on October 30, 2026 and Gradient Wallpapers on October 30, 2026.

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