# Lazy Lighting vs Goblin Node

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Lazy Lighting at 386 against Goblin Node's 3. Lazy Lighting also leads on chart position (#56 vs unranked). Goblin Node's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 4.5) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Lazy Lighting sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Goblin Node sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Goblin Node holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Lazy Lighting has 386 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Lazy Lighting ships an update every 8 days, Goblin Node every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Lazy Lighting | Goblin Node |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (386 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lazy-lighting/id6751762579/reviews) | **[4.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/goblin-node-texture-lab/id6759722832/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **386** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 47.2% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 8 days** | Every 9 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#56** | — |
| Size | 88 MB | 36 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [AUDITY APPS LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1448954925) | [Rainer Weston](https://appshunter.io/developer/1880351882) |

## What reviewers say

### Lazy Lighting

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lazy-lighting/id6751762579)

**Currently charting:** #56 Top Free · Graphics & Design, #87 Top Grossing · Graphics & Design (US App Store)

Transform any surface into a dynamic visual display with this powerful projection mapping app. Easily map walls, objects, or stages directly from your iPhone or iPad without needing a computer or complex software. Create stunning visual experiences for art, music, events, or home decoration.

**Highlights:** Projection mapping tools, Real-time drawing mode, Video import and mapping, Custom shape import, Dual visual channels, Built-in visual effects, Wireless and wired output

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lazy Lighting Pro | $9.99 | per month |
| Lazy Lighting Pro | $9.99 | per month |
| Lazy Lighting Pro | $9.99 | per month |
| Lazy Lighting Pro | $59.99 | per year |
| Lazy Lighting Pro | $59.99 | per year |
| Lazy Lighting Pro | $129.99 | one-time |


### Goblin Node

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/goblin-node-texture-lab/id6759722832)

Create professional PBR textures and materials on your iPad with a touch-first, non-destructive procedural workflow. Generate reusable patterns, tileable surfaces, and complete material suites anywhere inspiration strikes, without needing a desktop rig.

**Highlights:** Touch-native procedural texturing, Non-destructive workflow, Modular material generation, PBR material suite creation, 100+ nodes including generators, 3D preview engine, One-time purchase for pro features

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Unlock | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Lazy Lighting free?

Lazy Lighting is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Goblin Node free?

Goblin Node is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Lazy Lighting or Goblin Node?

Goblin Node is rated higher. Lazy Lighting averages 4.5 out of 5 from 386 ratings, while Goblin Node averages 4.7 from 3 ratings.

### Do Lazy Lighting or Goblin Node have ads?

Neither Lazy Lighting nor Goblin Node shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Lazy Lighting or Goblin Node?

Lazy Lighting ships an update every 8 days, and Goblin Node every 9 days. Most recently, Lazy Lighting was updated on October 20, 2026 and Goblin Node on October 15, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*