Comparison

Depth Area Cam vs HappyMapper

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

Head to head
About

Depth Area Cam

Features
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Depth Area Cam Explore the World in Depth. Literally. Depth Area Cam transforms your iPhone or iPad into a powerful real-time depth visualization tool. Using the device’s LiDAR scanner and depth sensors, this app reveals the hidden distance layers of your environment — perfect for creators, developers, or anyone curious about spatial perception. Key-Features: Real-Time Depth Visualization Visualize the world using vibrant depth-based color gradients. Near objects are shown in cool blues, far objects in warm reds — or invert this spectrum at the tap of a switch. Grayscale Depth Mode Prefer minimalism? Use the grayscale mode for a clean black-to-white depth representation. Near objects are light, distant areas are dark — switch the gradient direction as needed. High Dynamic Range Video Recording Record depth videos in HLG (Hybrid Log-Gamma), PQ (Perceptual Quantizer), Linear, or Standard Dynamic Range (SDR). Use the home screen quick actions to choose your recording mode before launching the app or anytime during usage. High-Quality Snapshots Capture lossless depth screenshots directly to your Photo Library—without UI overlays or compression artifacts. Perfect for saving your best visualizations. Adjustable Depth Range Customize the depth threshold dynamically with the smart slider. Focus on near details or capture the full scene, up to 20 meters. Color Inversion & Customization Easily invert color mappings or switch between visualization modes in real-time. No need to restart recording or exit the app. Intuitive Interface All controls are live-adjustable while running. Adjust sliders, toggle options, or take snapshots without interrupting your session. Why Depth Area Cam? - Visualize depth like never before - Create creative AR content - Test and prototype LiDAR-based ideas - Record stunning HDR depth videos for post-processing - Capture scientific or educational visuals Requirements: Depth Area Cam requires a LiDAR-equipped iPhone or iPad (e.g., iPhone Pro models or iPad Pro). On devices without LiDAR, a camera-only mode is available.

About

HappyMapper

Transform your iPhone and a projector into a dynamic art studio. Map images and videos onto any object in your space, from furniture to walls, bringing them to life with light and motion. No prior design experience or expensive software is required to create stunning visual installations.

Highlights
  • Map images and video onto any surface
  • Draw and warp shapes to fit objects
  • Layer multiple surfaces for complex designs
  • Search millions of free videos and GIFs
  • Import your own photos and videos
  • Intuitive touch controls for easy manipulation
  • Save and reload custom setups
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HappyMapper turns your iPhone and a projector into an art studio without walls. Map images and video onto anything in your space. A couch, a vase, a doorframe, your ceiling. Watch ordinary objects come alive with light, color, and motion. No design experience needed. No expensive software. Just your phone, a projector, and your imagination. CREATE YOUR OWN LIGHT INSTALLATIONS - Draw shapes directly on your screen and warp them to fit any surface - Curve edges to follow arches, round objects, and organic shapes - Layer multiple surfaces for complex, room-filling installations - Blend shapes together for seamless mapped surfaces - Cutout mode allows you to use a shape to block out light in a certain area BRING YOUR SPACE TO LIFE - Search millions of free videos: fire, water, abstract textures, neon, nature - Browse billions of GIFs for looping animations and memes - Import your own photos and videos - Pan and zoom media within each shape for perfect placement MADE FOR CREATORS, NOT ENGINEERS - Intuitive touch controls: drag, warp, and place with your fingers - Built-in quick start guide gets you mapping in minutes - Save your setups and reload them instantly - Last session is always saved so you can resume where you left off INSPIRE YOUR SPACE Whether you're setting the mood for a dinner party, creating a bedroom art installation, filming content for social media, or taking the stage, HappyMapper makes projection art accessible to everyone. One shape is free, with full access to every feature. Upgrade to Premium to add unlimited shapes.

Screenshots

Depth Area Cam4 screens
HappyMapper4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: HappyMapper at Free against Depth Area Cam's $1.99. HappyMapper also leads on iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). Depth Area Cam's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and chart position (#121 vs unranked). On 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

HappyMapper is free to download; Depth Area Cam costs $1.99 up front. HappyMapper sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Depth Area Cam asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Depth Area Cam versus HappyMapper: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDepth Area CamHappyMapper
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings3 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFreemium
Best chart rank#121 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPhilippe ZayKenny Lu

In-app purchases

None

Depth Area Cam

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

HappyMapper

Subscriptions2
  • HappyMapper Pro3 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • HappyMapper Pro3 Days trial$24.991 Year
One-time1
  • HappyMapper PRO Lifetime$14.99

Questions

Is Depth Area Cam free?
Depth Area Cam costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is HappyMapper free?
HappyMapper is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Depth Area Cam or HappyMapper have ads?
Neither Depth Area Cam nor HappyMapper shows ads.

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