Comparison

ILW LightMapper vs Viso

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

Head to head
About

ILW LightMapper

Transform sculptures with animated light using this projection mapping tool. Import your videos or use the built-in library to calibrate and apply visuals. Features include multiple grids, corner offsets, and warp painting for precise alignment and dynamic effects.

Highlights
  • Video Import (.mp4 / H.264)
  • Downloadable Artwork Library
  • Multiple Grids
  • Corner Offsets & Global Offset Control
  • Global Warp Painting Tool
  • Per Grid Masking
  • Timeline Scrubbing
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LightMapper is a beginner-friendly projection mapping tool for iPhone, iPad and Mac, designed for artists, creators, and anyone exploring light-based art. Choose from a library of artwork, built-in animated shaders and free online videos, or import your own videos. Calibrate your projection with intuitive controls, then cast it wirelessly to transform any surface with animated light. You can save your setups so everything is ready exactly how you left it each time you return. LightMapper includes a growing library of downloadable visuals, with new artwork added over time. FEATURES CONTENT & LIBRARY • Browse and download projection visuals directly in the app • Built-in animated shaders with adjustable speed and scale • Search and download free online videos • My Imports: your own videos, organized in one library CASTING • Cast your projection wirelessly over AirPlay • Keep casting while the app is minimized in picture-in-picture SETUP & CALIBRATION • Add multiple grids for complex projection setups • Four-point corner adjustment for precise alignment • Touch and drag each grid to position • Two finger scale and rotation touch controls CREATIVE TOOLS • Warp Painting – apply localized distortion to match surfaces (global) • Masking – additive and subtractive masks. Use built-in shapes or build your own library of custom shapes from images (per-grid) • Color Controls – adjust hue, saturation, and brightness (per-grid or global) • Speed Controls – slow down or speed up visuals (per-grid or global) • Transparent Backgrounds – set black to be transparent for layering (per-grid or global) WORKFLOW & CONTROL • Timeline scrubbing for video playback (per-grid or global) • Undo support while editing • Grid overlay for alignment PROJECT MANAGEMENT • Save, rename, duplicate and delete your setups, and switch between them easily • Export a project as a file and import it on another iPhone, iPad or Mac • Projects keep their proportions across different screen shapes PERFORMANCE & SETTINGS • Edge smoothing toggle for softer or sharper visuals • Screen resolution and cast quality controls for performance vs sharpness INTERFACE • Clean, sci-fi inspired UI designed for creative workflows

About

Viso

Transform your mobile device into a powerful projection mapping studio. Create professional visual displays on any surface without needing a computer or complex software. Apply real-time effects, warp visuals to irregular shapes, and access a library of dynamic generative backgrounds.

Highlights
  • Projection mapping tools
  • Precision warping and masking
  • Built-in effects engine
  • Real-time generative visualizers
  • Integrated asset store
  • Live preview and multi-surface mapping
Features
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Projection mapping made simple. Map faster and create professional visual displays directly from your iPhone or iPad. Visomapper transforms your device into a complete projection mapping studio. No computer. No video editing software. No expensive hardware. Just powerful, intuitive tools that let you map visuals onto buildings, sculptures, stages, or home setups in minutes. Connect to any projector via HDMI, USB-C, or AirPlay and start mapping immediately. Visomapper gives you the creative freedom to light up the world without the complex workflow. WHY VISOMAPPER? A COMPLETE VFX STUDIO IN YOUR POCKET Stop rendering loops in external video editors. Visomapper lets you apply professional visual effects live inside the app. Transform simple images or videos using the Effects Engine—apply Fragment Effects to shatter your visuals, create pulsing Scale animations, or automate Opacity fades. Achieve complex motion graphics results in seconds, not hours. MAP ANYTHING, ANYWHERE Turn any object into a dynamic canvas. Visomapper’s touch-first interface makes it effortless to project onto irregular surfaces. Use precise Masking Tools to cut out shapes and Corner Warping to align your visuals perfectly to any geometry. Drag corners, warp meshes, and snap vertices to fit your projection to reality. DYNAMIC VISUALIZERS Forget static images. Visomapper includes a library of Visualizers—real-time generative backgrounds that animate and evolve. Explore Kaleidoscopes, Particles, Tunnels, and fluid Gradients that render live on your device. EXTENSIVE ASSET STORE Expand your creative possibilities with the integrated Asset Store. Browse and download high-quality textures, video loops, and visualizer presets designed specifically for projection mapping. Finding the perfect content for your installation has never been easier. SIMPLE DESIGN, PROFESSIONAL RESULTS Project full-resolution visuals while keeping your control interface private. Built on Apple’s Metal graphics engine, Visomapper ensures buttery-smooth playback and high performance, even when stacking multiple effects and layers. CORE FEATURES PROJECTION MAPPING TOOLS Precision Warping: Corner handles and mesh distortion for exact alignment. Masking & Drawing: Create custom shapes to fit specific objects or architectural details. Multi-Surface: Map multiple independent objects or panels simultaneously. Live Preview: See your changes instantly on the projector. BUILT-IN EFFECTS ENGINE Fragment Effect: Shatter, wave, and explode your visuals in real-time. Transform Effects: Automate scale, rotation, and position animations. Opacity & Blending: Create professional transitions and layered looks without video editing. Real-Time Rendering: All effects are calculated live—no waiting for renders. CREATIVE VISUALIZERS Library: Access real-time generative effects like Kaleidoscope, Strobe, and Noise. Customizable Parameters: Adjust speed, density, and styles on the fly. Video Import: Load your own content and enhance it with app effects. CONNECTIVITY & CONTROL Universal Support: Works with HDMI, USB-C, Lightning, and AirPlay projectors. Extended Display: Projects only your canvas content while keeping editor controls hidden. Offline Capable: No internet needed for performance. Project Management: Save, duplicate, and organize your mapping setups. PERFECT FOR Artists & VJs: Create pro-level stage visuals without a laptop or After Effects. Event Organizers: Transform weddings, venues, and exhibits with immersive light. Home Decor: Design ambient environments or holiday displays effortlessly. Store Displays: Create eye-catching digital signage on any surface. Visomapper brings the power of professional desktop mapping software to a modern, mobile interface. It replaces complicated video production workflows with real-time effects and a touch-first design. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula Privacy Policy: https://visomapper.com/privacy

Screenshots

ILW LightMapper4 screens
Viso4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: ILW LightMapper at 100% against Viso's 0%. ILW LightMapper also leads on rating (4.3 vs 3.6) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 5 weeks). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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. ILW LightMapper sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Viso sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ILW LightMapper holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7 and 11 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of ILW LightMapper's written reviews are positive against 0% of Viso's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ILW LightMapper ships an update every 2 weeks, Viso every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 12, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
ILW LightMapper versus Viso: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterILW LightMapperViso
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (7 ratings) — better3.6 (11 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings711 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size368 MB137 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperStuart GrieseMerek Barrett

Customer experience

ILW LightMapper

All ratings7 ratings
Positive85.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative14.3%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Viso

All ratings11 ratings
Positive54.5%
Neutral27.3%
Negative18.2%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral66.7%
Negative33.3%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

ILW LightMapper

One-time2
  • Support Development$2.99
  • Support Development$9.99
2 purchases

Viso

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Premium7 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Annual Premium7 Days trial$29.991 Year

Questions

Is ILW LightMapper free?
ILW LightMapper is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Viso free?
Viso is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, ILW LightMapper or Viso?
ILW LightMapper is rated higher. ILW LightMapper averages 4.3 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while Viso averages 3.6 from 11 ratings.
Do ILW LightMapper or Viso have ads?
Neither ILW LightMapper nor Viso shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ILW LightMapper or Viso?
ILW LightMapper ships an update every 2 weeks, and Viso every 5 weeks. Most recently, ILW LightMapper was updated on November 12, 2026 and Viso on November 5, 2026.

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