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, custom interfaces, and 3D scenes using a node-based visual programming system. Build complex projects with a wide range of tools, including AI-powered features, and real-time inputs. Supports iCloud syncing and offers tutorials for easy learning.

Highlights
  • Node-based visual programming
  • Live graphics and video effects
  • 3D scene creation
  • AI-powered tools
  • Real-time inputs (sensors, NDI, OSC)
  • Custom UI building
  • iCloud syncing
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 create stunning color gradients for wallpapers, web design, and app backgrounds. Transform your ideas into vibrant patterns with intuitive controls, AI-powered generation from text descriptions, and photo-to-gradient conversion. Save, export, and share your unique designs.

Highlights
  • Intuitive tap and swipe gradient creation
  • AI-powered gradient generation from text
  • Convert images into unique gradients
  • Add blur effects and wireframe views
  • Save and export gradients as images or code
  • Pre-made templates and personal library
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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 5x5 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! 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 are too close to call on the numbers: across 9 compared parameters — price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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 6 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 4.3 for Gradient Wallpapers. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8 and 3 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Flow Nodes ships an update every 2 weeks, Gradient Wallpapers weekly. Both last shipped on September 22, 2026.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Flow Nodes versus Gradient Wallpapers: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFlow NodesGradient Wallpapers
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (8 ratings) — better4.3 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews
Number of ratings8 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Vision Pro — betteriPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS26.026.0
Further details — not scored
Size222 MB26 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAnton HeestandRudrank Riyam

Customer experience

Flow Nodes

All ratings8 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral12.5%
Negative12.5%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative0.0%

Gradient Wallpapers

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral33.3%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Flow Nodes

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Nodes (Monthly)7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Pro Nodes (Yearly)14 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time4
  • Code Node Bundle$3.99
  • Data Node Bundle$3.99
  • Visual Node Bundle$3.99
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  • 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?
Flow Nodes is rated higher. Flow Nodes averages 4.4 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Gradient Wallpapers averages 4.3 from 3 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 September 22, 2026 and Gradient Wallpapers on September 22, 2026.

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