# SurfaBeam vs ProjectX

The clearest difference is rating: ProjectX at 4.6 against SurfaBeam's 3.6. ProjectX also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs fortnightly). SurfaBeam's advantage is device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.6). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SurfaBeam sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month and ProjectX sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ProjectX holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 17 and 47 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 78% of SurfaBeam's written reviews are positive against 73% of ProjectX's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

SurfaBeam ships an update fortnightly, ProjectX every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SurfaBeam | ProjectX |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.6 (17 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/surfabeam-projection-mapping/id6755757897/reviews) | **[4.6 (47 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/projectx-projection-mapping/id6757382096/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 17 | **47** |
| Positive reviews | **77.8% of reviews** | 72.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 467 MB | 32 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Osman Ahsan Sheikh](https://appshunter.io/developer/1572012784) | [Pacific Apps LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1511873391) |

## What reviewers say

### SurfaBeam

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/surfabeam-projection-mapping/id6755757897)

Transform any surface into a dynamic display with this intuitive mobile projection mapping tool. Easily map videos, animations, and images onto real-world objects without complex desktop software. Ideal for creators, artists, and event planners seeking powerful visual effects on the go.

**Highlights:** Intuitive mobile projection mapping, Map videos, images, and animations, Advanced shape library & multi-surface mapping, Export maps for professional content creation, Precision grid warping with gesture controls, Real-time rendering and video sync, Multi-media support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| SurfaBeam Pro – Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| SurfaBeam Pro – Quarterly | $19.99 | per 3 months |
| SurfaBeam Pro – Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Pro Access | $99.99 | one-time |


### ProjectX

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/projectx-projection-mapping/id6757382096)

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a portable projection mapping studio. Easily map animated visuals, videos, and photos onto any real-world surface with customizable shapes and GPU-accelerated rendering. Perfect for creative experimentation, ambiance, and art installations.

**Highlights:** Portable projection mapping studio, Map visuals onto any surface, Growing library of animated effects, Customizable polygon and stencil shapes, GPU-accelerated rendering, Works with any projector via HDMI or AirPlay

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly | $11.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $47.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $47.99 | per year |
| ProjectX Pro | $59.99 | per year |
| Lifetime | $149.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SurfaBeam free?

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

### Is ProjectX free?

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

### Which has better reviews, SurfaBeam or ProjectX?

ProjectX is rated higher. SurfaBeam averages 3.6 out of 5 from 17 ratings, while ProjectX averages 4.6 from 47 ratings.

### Do SurfaBeam or ProjectX have ads?

Neither SurfaBeam nor ProjectX shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SurfaBeam or ProjectX?

SurfaBeam ships an update fortnightly, and ProjectX every 5 days. Most recently, SurfaBeam was updated on September 24, 2026 and ProjectX on September 23, 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.*