Comparison

Pholor vs QCompass

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

Head to head
About

Pholor

This app uses augmented reality to analyze the true colors of surfaces, correcting for light and shadows. It provides objective color data for professionals and descriptive color names for the colorblind, offering features like raw sensor access and persistent markers.

Highlights
  • AR Surface Detection
  • Lab-Lock Engine (White Balance/ISO)
  • Raw Sensor Access
  • Persistent Color Markers
  • 3-Tier Color Naming System
  • Global Color Dictionary (21 languages)
Features
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See the world's true colors. I designed Pholor to transform your iPhone into a laboratory-grade surface analyzer. Unlike standard color pickers that just read a single pixel, Pholor uses AR Surface Detection to understand the 3D world, correcting for light and shadows to give you the objective color of any object. FOR DESIGNERS & PROS Stop trusting auto-exposure. Pholor's "Lab-Lock" Engine instantly freezes White Balance and ISO to prevent the color shifting that plagues standard camera apps. Get consistent, raw data straight from the sensor—perfect for matching paint, textiles, or print materials. • Raw Sensor Access: Bypasses standard image processing for maximum fidelity. • Smart Averaging: Automatically filters out digital grain and noise. • Workflow Ready: Tap to copy Hex codes instantly. FOR THE COLORBLIND Stop guessing if it is "green" or "brown." Pholor translates abstract color data into clear, descriptive language. Our 3-Tier Naming System gives you the context you need: • The Category: (e.g., "Blue") • The Tone: (e.g., "Grayish Blue") • The Name: (e.g., "Space Cadet") KEY FEATURES • AR Raycasting: Physically locates objects in 3D space for accurate sampling. • Persistent Markers: "Stamp" color readouts onto real-world objects to compare shades side-by-side. • Global Dictionary: Localized color names in 21 languages. • Accessible UI: High-contrast text modes designed for maximum readability. WHY FREE? I believe good, simple accessibility tools should be free and hassle-free. Muyao Wu https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

QCompass

Features
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Find the Qibla direction effortlessly with QCompass, your precise and beautiful companion for prayer. Using advanced location and compass technology, QCompass helps you locate the direction of Mecca from anywhere in the world. KEY FEATURES: Precise Direction Finding - Real-time compass pointing accurately to the Qibla - Shows exact degree offset from the correct direction - Visual arrow that rotates smoothly as you move Smart Location Detection - Automatic location detection - Displays your current city and country - Works anywhere in the world Intuitive Visual Feedback - Screen turns green when you're facing the right direction (within 25 degrees) - Pulsing location indicator for easy tracking - Clear degree counter showing how far you need to adjust - Directional compass (N-E-S-W) for better orientation Haptic Feedback - Gentle vibrations when you align with Qibla - Tactile feedback helps you find the direction without looking at the screen Beautiful Design - Minimalist, easy-to-read interface - Optimized for quick use before prayer - Clear guidance text ("Facing Qibla", "Slight right", "To your left") Perfect for travelers, daily prayers, or anyone who needs to find the Qibla direction quickly and accurately. QCompass combines precision with simplicity to help you pray with confidence.

Screenshots

Pholor3 screens
QCompass4 screens

Verdict

The call

Pholor and QCompass are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Pholor versus QCompass: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPholorQCompass
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS18.618.6
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMuyao WuKhaled Alothman

In-app purchases

None

Pholor

No in-app purchases

None

QCompass

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Pholor free?
Pholor is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is QCompass free?
QCompass is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Pholor or QCompass have ads?
Neither Pholor nor QCompass shows ads.

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