# ProjectX vs PicoMap

The clearest difference is rating: ProjectX at 4.6 against PicoMap's 1.0. ProjectX also leads on ratings volume (47 vs 1) and update cadence (every 5 days vs fortnightly). PicoMap's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ProjectX sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and PicoMap sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ProjectX holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ProjectX has 47 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

ProjectX ships an update every 5 days, PicoMap fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ProjectX | PicoMap |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (47 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/projectx-projection-mapping/id6757382096/reviews)** | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/picomap-projection-mapping/id6791850452/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **47** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 72.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 32 MB | 99 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Pacific Apps LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1511873391) | [Code and DESIGN inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1172903960) |

## What reviewers say

### 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 |


### PicoMap

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/picomap-projection-mapping/id6791850452)

Transform any surface into a dynamic display using your iPhone. Easily map videos and photos onto walls, stages, or objects without a computer. Offers advanced controls for precise adjustments and creative effects.

**Highlights:** Four-corner surface mapping, Import videos and photos, Multi-layer mixing, Customizable masks, Real-time FX controls, Audio-reactive and MIDI control

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PicoMap Full Access | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ProjectX free?

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

### Is PicoMap free?

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

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

ProjectX is rated higher. ProjectX averages 4.6 out of 5 from 47 ratings, while PicoMap averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do ProjectX or PicoMap have ads?

Neither ProjectX nor PicoMap shows ads.

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

ProjectX ships an update every 5 days, and PicoMap fortnightly. Most recently, ProjectX was updated on September 23, 2026 and PicoMap on September 19, 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.*