SpectraMania vs Projection Mapping Toolbox
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SpectraMania
This application offers high-resolution, real-time 3D spectrum analysis of audio signals. It allows for precise measurements, playback from specific points, and saving audio recordings. Users can customize analysis parameters and interact with various display views.
- High-resolution 3D spectrum analysis
- Precise pause mode measurement
- Audio playback from cursor
- Save audio as WAV
- Configurable analysis parameters
- Portrait and Landscape support
- Interactive touch gestures
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Top performance, high resolution real-time spectrum analysis of audio signals Precise 3D spectrum measurement in pause mode, with the ability to target specific points in the spectrum Audio playback from a movable cursor position in pause mode Saving of recorded audio as a standard WAV file, with the option to select a specific portion of the signal Fully configurable spectrum analysis parameters Spectrum display supports both Portrait and Landscape orientations Interactive adjustment of Spectrum, Waveform, and Equalizer view areas via touch gestures Real-time calculation and display of peak frequency
Projection Mapping Toolbox
This utility app assists projection mapping, AV, and live production professionals with on-site calculations. It offers tools for projector placement, throw distance, surface dimensions, and multi-projector layouts, streamlining workflows for technicians and designers.
- Throw Distance Calculator
- Multi-Projector Layouts
- Surface Dimension Tool
- Aspect Ratio Estimator
- CAD PDF Import
- Projector Inventory
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Projection Calculator Toolbox is a mobile utility for projection mapping, AV, and live production workflows. It is designed for on-site calculations where speed and accuracy matter. The app provides tools to calculate projector placement, throw distance, surface dimensions, and multi-projector layouts using real-world measurements and manufacturer specifications. Tools Included Throw Distance Calculator Calculate projector-to-surface distance using lens throw ratios. Multi-Projector Calculations Plan multi-projector layouts with support for edge blending. Surface Dimension Tool Convert physical surface measurements into pixel width and height. Aspect Ratio Estimator Estimate surface aspect ratio using live view or photo reference. CAD PDF Import Import technical drawing PDFs and visualize projector photometrics over layouts. Projector Inventory Store commonly used projector specifications and reuse them across calculations. Projection Calculator Toolbox is intended for technicians and designers who need reliable calculations on site without spreadsheets or desktop software. The interface prioritizes clarity and fast input to minimize setup time. Built with React and Capacitor for native iOS performance.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Projection Mapping Toolbox at Free against SpectraMania's $7.99. Projection Mapping Toolbox also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.0) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 6 months). SpectraMania's advantage is ratings volume (4 vs 1). On ads, in-app purchases 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
Projection Mapping Toolbox is free to download; SpectraMania costs $7.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Projection Mapping Toolbox holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 1 respectively.
SpectraMania ships an update every 6 months, Projection Mapping Toolbox every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 17, 2026.
| Parameter | SpectraMania | Projection Mapping Toolbox |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $7.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.0 (4 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 75.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 4 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 14.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 13 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Sergey Andrzheevskiy | Joseph Shea |
Customer experience
SpectraMania
Projection Mapping Toolbox
In-app purchases
SpectraMania
No in-app purchases
Projection Mapping Toolbox
No in-app purchases
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