ExternalVision vs TapStory
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ExternalVision
This app allows you to read text and QR codes from your iPhone camera directly on your Apple Vision Pro. It enables copying detected text, sharing it, or opening URLs in Safari. All image analysis is performed locally on the Vision Pro, ensuring your data remains private.
- Real-time text and QR code detection
- Seamless iPhone to Vision Pro streaming
- Copy, share, and open detected content
- Local image analysis for privacy
- Works with iPhone/iPad and Apple Vision Pro
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Wouldn't it be useful if you could read text and QR codes written on paper while looking at the real world using Apple Vision Pro's pass-through? "ExternalVision" sends image from the iPhone camera to Apple Vision Pro and detects text and QR codes. The detection result is displayed on Apple Vision Pro, so you can copy it, share it, and open the URL in Safari. All image analysis is done by Apple Vision Pro, so no data is sent externally. **This app requires Apple Vision Pro and an iPhone or iPad.**
TapStory
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Hello, Spatial! TapStory turns your iPhone or iPad into the ultimate controller for Vision Pro. From effortless playback and real-time monitoring to instant tool switches and multi-device management. Stay focused on your story, impress audiences with seamless presentations, and make every showcase unforgettable. 1. EFFORTLESS PLAYBACK CONTROL Use your iPhone or iPad to control spatial content on Vision Pro—even perform Story actions on behalf of the wearer—making every demonstration smooth and seamless. 2. LIVE VIEW MIRRORING See what’s playing inside Vision Pro in real time. Track progress, scenes, and playback status at a glance to ensure flawless presentations. 3. CONTROL TOOLS AND MEDIA SETTINGS Switch Story annotation tools like rulers, pens, and laser pointers on or off. Adjust playback volume and toggle subtitles with a single tap. 4. DEVICE INSIGHTS AT HAND Check connection status and battery levels instantly, so your presentations run without interruptions. 5. MANAGE MULTIPLE DEVICES AND CONTENT Easily manage all nearby Vision Pro devices and spatial contents, whether for a single demo or multi-device showcase. Command every demo with confidence and leave a lasting impression on every audience. Download TapStory for free and begin shaping the future of spatial experiences. The path to advanced creation and collaboration is just a step away. hello@story.app https://story.app
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: TapStory at none against ExternalVision's 3. TapStory also leads on update cadence (every 3 months vs every 7 months). ExternalVision's advantage is iOS requirement (18.0 vs 26.0). On price, ads and device support 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
Both are free to download. ExternalVision sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. TapStory asks for nothing beyond the download.
ExternalVision ships an update every 7 months, TapStory every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ExternalVision | TapStory |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | Every 3 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, Vision Pro | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 2 MB | 19 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Kohei Kanagu | ILLUSION Tech Limited |
In-app purchases
ExternalVision
- 1 month$1.991 Month
- 6 months$9.996 Months
- 1 year$19.991 Year
TapStory
No in-app purchases
