Comparison

Mental Magic vs IPhoton

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

Head to head
About

Mental Magic

Perform a mind-reading illusion by identifying a thought-of word based on a spectator's spoken words. Amaze your audience with this unique entertainment experience.

Highlights
  • Identify thought-of words
  • Uses spectator's spoken words
  • Perform mind-reading illusions
  • Easy to learn instructions
  • Suitable for entertainment
Features
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This is truly an amazing feat of Mental Magic. Read someone's mind without touching or looking at the phone. It's all done by the sound of your spectator. You will be able to identify a word they have thought of, just by listening to them relaying 10 random words, including their own. It will leave your spectators amazed. To read the instructions, swipe down with 4 fingers on the home screen.

About

IPhoton

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IPhoton – Invisible Flashlight Control for Magic Performers Turn your iPhone into the ULTIMATE visual magic tool. With IPhoton, you can control your iPhone’s flashlight invisibly—without buttons, remotes, or even touching your phone. Tap, toggle, automate, or let smart motion and hand detection do the work. For the first time ever, you can perform classic D-Lite effects using your iPhone—right in your spectator’s hand. Mind = Blown. FREE MODE • Tap – Hold to light, release to vanish. • Toggle – A single tap switches the light on/off. • Max 30 second session limit. PRO MODE (requires in app upgrade)... CLASSIC MODES • Tap – Hold to light, release to vanish. • Toggle – A single tap switches the light on/off. • Auto – Custom looping sequences with hidden countdowns. SMART MODES(This is where the real magic happens) • Jolt Detection – Use your iPhone’s accelerometer. A shake, tilt, or subtle jolt controls the beam. • Hand Detection – Our flagship breakthrough. Your iPhone’s camera detects your hand, giving you precise, hands-free flashlight control. Powerful. Reliable. Game-changing. ROUTINES • Record and create custom light sequences • One tap activation • Time your light show to music or create incredible special effects! CAMERA MODE • Capture audience reactions live while performing. Switch to camera mode with a tap and record the astonishment as it happens. Now you have a reason for the flashlight... APPLE SHORTCUTS • Add preloaded shortcuts within iPhoton to a friend's device to control their flashlight. KILLER COMBINATIONS • Mix and match methods for seamless, unfathomable control. Perform with confidence, knowing your spectators will have no explanation. APPLE WATCH CONTROL (In App Purchase required) • A twist of the wrist is all it takes to take your effect to another level. LIGHT IT UP • Pair with D-Lite (by Roger Mayfarth – sold separately) and unleash a reputation-making routine that plays big on any stage but fits in your pocket. INVISIBLE. PRACTICAL. MAGICAL. • Download IPhoton today and make the impossible shine. IPhoton was created and developed by Sam Fitton. All rights reserved.

Screenshots

Mental Magic3 screens
IPhoton4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: IPhoton at Free against Mental Magic's $1.99. Mental Magic's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.6). On update cadence, 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

IPhoton is free to download; Mental Magic costs $1.99 up front. IPhoton sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month. Mental Magic asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Mental Magic ships an update every 5 days, IPhoton weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and June 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 4 level
Mental Magic versus IPhoton: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMental MagicIPhoton
Price$1.99Free — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterWeekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS15.1 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size24 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLentrica SoftwareHonest Trickery Ltd

In-app purchases

None

Mental Magic

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

IPhoton

Subscriptions1
  • Pro (Monthly)$14.991 Month
One-time2
  • Apple Watch Control for IPhoton$14.99
  • Pro (Lifetime)$29.99

Questions

Is Mental Magic free?
Mental Magic costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is IPhoton free?
IPhoton is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Mental Magic or IPhoton have ads?
Neither Mental Magic nor IPhoton shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Mental Magic or IPhoton?
Mental Magic ships an update every 5 days, and IPhoton weekly. Most recently, Mental Magic was updated on September 9, 2026 and IPhoton on June 11, 2026.

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