Squint vs Retroize
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side ā with what reviewers say about each.
Squint
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HOW TO USE SQUINT: Upload a photo or type a text prompt to define your hidden message Describe a style or artistic pattern for the illusion Squint your eyes (or look from a distance) to reveal the hidden image If you want to create viral optical illusions that stop the scroll, Squint will help you generate mind-bending art faster than anyone else. We aren't another generic AI art generator. We want to empower everyone to create complex imagery and hidden visual messages without needing professional design skills. We will support you and give you the tools you need to make art that requires a double-take. NOTE: AI art generation varies by input. Best results are often achieved with high-contrast subjects and clear patterns. *GENERATIONS REQUIRE A SUBSCRIPTION *TERMS: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Retroize
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Retroize is an iPhone and iPad video converter that turns your videos into an 8-bit-inspired or retro-styled look and lets you share or save the result as a video file. Choose videos from Photos or Files, then adjust palettes, dithering, working resolution, output FPS, and audio settings in one focused workflow. ā Retro palettes for different looks Choose from retro PC monochrome and color palettes, handheld-style green, phosphor green, 8-bit-inspired console colors, sepia tone, pink violet, traditional Japanese colors, mineral pigments, indigo dye, fresco earth, and original color. ā Dithering for texture Select fine grid (Bayer 4x4), wide grid (Bayer 8x8), or soft grain (blue noise). Reduce banding from color reduction and add a classic retro texture. ā Control resolution and FPS Tune the working scale, output size, and output FPS. Create a classic low-resolution, low-frame-rate feel, or keep a modern resolution while applying palette conversion. ā One-frame preview Preview a representative frame before export. Check the look as you adjust settings, so it is easier to find the right style. ā Retro-style audio Keep the original audio, or lower the sample rate for a retro-style sound. ā iPhone and iPad export Export MP4 video files, then use the system share sheet to save, send, or open the exported video in another app. Note: HDR and wide-color videos are processed as standard-color MP4 files. HDR brightness and wide-color information are not preserved. [Free version and full export] The free version exports the first 10 seconds of each video. Unlock Full Export with an in-app purchase to export the entire video. Export length may also depend on device performance and available storage.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is device support: Retroize at 4 against Squint's 1. Retroize also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Squint sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Retroize sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | Squint | Retroize |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac ā better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.0 ā better |
| Further details ā not scored | ||
| Size | 15 MB | 20 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Jack Oehling | Nekomimimi |
In-app purchases
Squint
- Weekly$2.997 Days
- Monthly$9.991 Month
Retroize
- Full Export$2.99








