Comparison

CardFlip vs Impaler

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

Head to head
About

CardFlip

Features
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Discover CardFlip, the app that turns digital magic into a real-life experience. While the magician stands with his back turned, the spectator selects a card from a poker deck within the app. By pressing the button, the card flips face down to keep it secret. Next, the magician hands over a real deck which the spectator shuffles, cuts, and picks a random card. Finally, both cards are revealed and, to everyone’s astonishment, they match perfectly. A perfect blend of technology and live magic that guarantees an unforgettable show! FEATURES: -Astonishing Magic Trick: The spectator chooses a card in the app and in the real deck. -Digital and Real Interaction: Merges the app experience with a live magic performance. -User-Friendly: The app guides you through every step so you can focus on your presentation. -Impactful Reveal: Both cards match perfectly, leaving your audience in awe. -Unique Experience: A fusion of technology and magic for an unforgettable performance.

About

Impaler

A professional tool for magicians and mentalists to enhance live performances. Create custom setups and discreetly display information on iPhone and Apple Watch for magic and mentalism routines.

Highlights
  • Customizable setups
  • Discreet information display
  • iPhone and Apple Watch support
  • Import custom screenshots
  • Define text areas for routines
  • Designed for live magic
Features
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Impaler – Magic Performance Assistant Impaler is a professional tool designed for magicians and mentalists to enhance their live performances. Create powerful and impossible-looking effects using customizable setups and discreet information display on both iPhone and Apple Watch. Key Features • Import and configure custom screenshots • Define precise text areas for your routines • Clean and minimal interface for fast setup • Discreet information display during performance • Apple Watch companion for real-time viewing • Designed for live magic and mentalism Built for Performers Impaler is not a trick by itself — it is a powerful assistant that helps you structure and execute your routines smoothly. Perfect for: • Mentalism • Prediction effects • Custom routines Privacy & Usage Impaler does not collect personal data. All configurations are created and controlled by the performer. Disclaimer This app is intended for entertainment purposes only and is designed specifically for magic performances.

Screenshots

CardFlip4 screens
Impaler4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: CardFlip at $17.99 against Impaler's $99.99. On ads, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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

CardFlip costs $17.99 and Impaler $99.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
CardFlip versus Impaler: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCardFlipImpaler
Price$17.99 — better$99.99
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyFortnightly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Paid
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS18.217.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size303 MB31 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMiguel Angel Alarcon MorenoNahapet Arshakyan

In-app purchases

None

CardFlip

No in-app purchases

None

Impaler

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CardFlip free?
CardFlip costs $17.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Impaler free?
Impaler costs $99.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do CardFlip or Impaler have ads?
Neither CardFlip nor Impaler shows ads.

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