# Flow Nodes vs GlassVFX

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Flow Nodes at 75% against GlassVFX's 0%. Flow Nodes also leads on rating (4.4 vs 2.0) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months). GlassVFX's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and iOS requirement (17.2 vs 26.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Flow Nodes sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and GlassVFX sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Flow Nodes holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Flow Nodes has 8 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 75% of Flow Nodes's written reviews are positive against 0% of GlassVFX's.

Flow Nodes ships an update every 2 weeks, GlassVFX every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and July 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Flow Nodes | GlassVFX |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flow-nodes/id6501975062/reviews)** | [2.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/glassvfx/id6760129085/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **8** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | **75.0% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 222 MB | 16 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **17.2** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Vision Pro** | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Anton Heestand](https://appshunter.io/developer/1235192207) | [SXP Studio](https://appshunter.io/developer/1752098630) |

## What reviewers say

### Flow Nodes

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flow-nodes/id6501975062)

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:** Game Controller support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Nodes (Monthly) | $2.99 | per month |
| Pro Nodes (Yearly) | $19.99 | per year |
| Code Node Bundle | $3.99 | one-time |
| Data Node Bundle | $3.99 | one-time |
| Visual Node Bundle | $3.99 | one-time |
| All Nodes | $49.99 | one-time |


### GlassVFX

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/glassvfx/id6760129085)

Create real-time visual effects, shaders, and interactive experiences using a node graph editor. This tool leverages Apple technologies for a seamless workflow on Mac, iPad, and iPhone, offering over 170 nodes and GPU-powered rendering without requiring any coding.

**Highlights:** Node graph editor, Real-time preview, 170+ nodes, GPU-powered rendering, Live camera input, Video export up to 4K

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Subjective Pro | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Flow Nodes free?

Flow Nodes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is GlassVFX free?

GlassVFX is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Flow Nodes or GlassVFX?

Flow Nodes is rated higher. Flow Nodes averages 4.4 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while GlassVFX averages 2.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Flow Nodes or GlassVFX have ads?

Neither Flow Nodes nor GlassVFX shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Flow Nodes or GlassVFX?

Flow Nodes ships an update every 2 weeks, and GlassVFX every 3 months. Most recently, Flow Nodes was updated on September 22, 2026 and GlassVFX on July 29, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*