Comparison

ILW Light Mapper vs RoomScanner3D

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

Head to head
About

ILW Light Mapper

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
Features
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LightMapper is a beginner-friendly projection mapping tool designed for artists, creators, and anyone exploring light-based art. Select from a library of artwork or import your own videos, calibrate your projection with intuitive controls, and 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 • Import your own videos (.mp4 / H.264) • Browse and download projection visuals directly in the app SETUP & CALIBRATION • Multiple grids for complex projection setups • Four-point corner adjustment for precise alignment • Global offset control for quick positioning • Scale and rotation touch controls CREATIVE TOOLS • Warp Painting – apply localized distortion to match surfaces • Masking – additive and subtractive masking tools (use shapes or import images) • 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 • Simple two-step process • Timeline scrubbing for video playback (per-grid or global) • Undo support while editing • Grid overlay for alignment PROJECT MANAGEMENT • Multiple save slots — create, rename, duplicate, and delete your setups • Easily switch between saved projects PERFORMANCE & SETTINGS • Edge smoothing toggle for softer or sharper visuals • Video quality control for performance vs resolution INTERFACE • Clean, sci-fi inspired UI designed for creative workflows

About

RoomScanner3D

Features
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Turn any room into an accurate 3D plan in minutes RoomScanner 3D uses Apple RoomPlan and LiDAR to capture walls, doors, and windows, then delivers a measured 2D floor plan, 3D model, and export-ready files for renovation, interior design, or construction. LiDAR scanning in ~30 seconds Walk slowly around the room while RoomScanner 3D builds a detailed capture. Coverage hints and quality checks help you get accurate results on the first try. Measured 2D floor plans Every wall, door, and window is labeled in meters. Pinch to zoom, review project details, and edit the plan when needed. 3D preview View your room in Quick Look and SceneKit. Export USDZ for AR viewing and sharing. Professional export formats Share everything from one place: • PDF - report with floor plan and 3D snapshot • DXF & SVG - for AutoCAD, SketchUp, and other CAD tools • USDZ - 3D model for AR • Dimensions schedule -JSON and CSV Choose an export preset: Designer, Contractor, or Lightweight (geometry only). Furniture layout Arrange furniture on the 2D plan or place items in AR with corner calibration. Catalog includes beds, sofas, tables, wardrobes, and more. AR Ruler Measure distance, area, and level on any ARKit device - no LiDAR required. Project library Save scans, search projects, and share files through the system share sheet. Perfect for • Interior designers • Contractors and builders • Real estate professionals • Homeowners planning renovations • Anyone who needs a fast, accurate room plan Requirements • Room scanning: LiDAR-equipped iPhone or iPad Pro • AR Ruler: any ARKit-compatible device • iOS 17 or later Scan. Plan. Export. RoomScanner 3D takes you from measurement to shareable files in one app.

Screenshots

ILW Light Mapper4 screens
RoomScanner3D4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: RoomScanner3D at none against ILW Light Mapper's 3. RoomScanner3D also leads on ads (none vs shown). ILW Light Mapper's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price 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 Light Mapper sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. RoomScanner3D asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
ILW Light Mapper versus RoomScanner3D: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterILW Light MapperRoomScanner3D
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (7 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings7 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size364 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperStuart GrieseDmitry Senchikhin

In-app purchases

3 purchases

ILW Light Mapper

One-time3
  • Support Development$2.99
  • Organics$5.99
  • Support Development$9.99
None

RoomScanner3D

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ILW Light Mapper free?
ILW Light Mapper is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is RoomScanner3D free?
RoomScanner3D is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do ILW Light Mapper or RoomScanner3D have ads?
ILW Light Mapper shows ads; RoomScanner3D does not.

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