Viso vs HappyMapper
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Viso
Transform your mobile device into a powerful projection mapping studio. Create professional visual displays on any surface without needing a computer or complex software. Apply real-time effects, warp visuals to irregular shapes, and access a library of dynamic generative backgrounds.
- Projection mapping tools
- Precision warping and masking
- Built-in effects engine
- Real-time generative visualizers
- Integrated asset store
- Live preview and multi-surface mapping
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Projection mapping made simple. Map faster and create professional visual displays directly from your iPhone or iPad. Visomapper transforms your device into a complete projection mapping studio. No computer. No video editing software. No expensive hardware. Just powerful, intuitive tools that let you map visuals onto buildings, sculptures, stages, or home setups in minutes. Connect to any projector via HDMI, USB-C, or AirPlay and start mapping immediately. Visomapper gives you the creative freedom to light up the world without the complex workflow. WHY VISOMAPPER? A COMPLETE VFX STUDIO IN YOUR POCKET Stop rendering loops in external video editors. Visomapper lets you apply professional visual effects live inside the app. Transform simple images or videos using the Effects Engine—apply Fragment Effects to shatter your visuals, create pulsing Scale animations, or automate Opacity fades. Achieve complex motion graphics results in seconds, not hours. MAP ANYTHING, ANYWHERE Turn any object into a dynamic canvas. Visomapper’s touch-first interface makes it effortless to project onto irregular surfaces. Use precise Masking Tools to cut out shapes and Corner Warping to align your visuals perfectly to any geometry. Drag corners, warp meshes, and snap vertices to fit your projection to reality. DYNAMIC VISUALIZERS Forget static images. Visomapper includes a library of Visualizers—real-time generative backgrounds that animate and evolve. Explore Kaleidoscopes, Particles, Tunnels, and fluid Gradients that render live on your device. EXTENSIVE ASSET STORE Expand your creative possibilities with the integrated Asset Store. Browse and download high-quality textures, video loops, and visualizer presets designed specifically for projection mapping. Finding the perfect content for your installation has never been easier. SIMPLE DESIGN, PROFESSIONAL RESULTS Project full-resolution visuals while keeping your control interface private. Built on Apple’s Metal graphics engine, Visomapper ensures buttery-smooth playback and high performance, even when stacking multiple effects and layers. CORE FEATURES PROJECTION MAPPING TOOLS Precision Warping: Corner handles and mesh distortion for exact alignment. Masking & Drawing: Create custom shapes to fit specific objects or architectural details. Multi-Surface: Map multiple independent objects or panels simultaneously. Live Preview: See your changes instantly on the projector. BUILT-IN EFFECTS ENGINE Fragment Effect: Shatter, wave, and explode your visuals in real-time. Transform Effects: Automate scale, rotation, and position animations. Opacity & Blending: Create professional transitions and layered looks without video editing. Real-Time Rendering: All effects are calculated live—no waiting for renders. CREATIVE VISUALIZERS Library: Access real-time generative effects like Kaleidoscope, Strobe, and Noise. Customizable Parameters: Adjust speed, density, and styles on the fly. Video Import: Load your own content and enhance it with app effects. CONNECTIVITY & CONTROL Universal Support: Works with HDMI, USB-C, Lightning, and AirPlay projectors. Extended Display: Projects only your canvas content while keeping editor controls hidden. Offline Capable: No internet needed for performance. Project Management: Save, duplicate, and organize your mapping setups. PERFECT FOR Artists & VJs: Create pro-level stage visuals without a laptop or After Effects. Event Organizers: Transform weddings, venues, and exhibits with immersive light. Home Decor: Design ambient environments or holiday displays effortlessly. Store Displays: Create eye-catching digital signage on any surface. Visomapper brings the power of professional desktop mapping software to a modern, mobile interface. It replaces complicated video production workflows with real-time effects and a touch-first design. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula Privacy Policy: https://visomapper.com/privacy
HappyMapper
Transform your iPhone and a projector into a dynamic art studio. Map images and videos onto any object in your space, from furniture to walls, bringing them to life with light and motion. No prior design experience or expensive software is required to create stunning visual installations.
- Map images and video onto any surface
- Draw and warp shapes to fit objects
- Layer multiple surfaces for complex designs
- Search millions of free videos and GIFs
- Import your own photos and videos
- Intuitive touch controls for easy manipulation
- Save and reload custom setups
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HappyMapper turns your iPhone and a projector into an art studio without walls. Map images and video onto anything in your space. A couch, a vase, a doorframe, your ceiling. Watch ordinary objects come alive with light, color, and motion. No design experience needed. No expensive software. Just your phone, a projector, and your imagination. CREATE YOUR OWN LIGHT INSTALLATIONS - Draw shapes directly on your screen and warp them to fit any surface - Curve edges to follow arches, round objects, and organic shapes - Layer multiple surfaces for complex, room-filling installations - Blend shapes together for seamless mapped surfaces - Cutout mode allows you to use a shape to block out light in a certain area BRING YOUR SPACE TO LIFE - Search millions of free videos: fire, water, abstract textures, neon, nature - Browse billions of GIFs for looping animations and memes - Import your own photos and videos - Pan and zoom media within each shape for perfect placement MADE FOR CREATORS, NOT ENGINEERS - Intuitive touch controls: drag, warp, and place with your fingers - Built-in quick start guide gets you mapping in minutes - Save your setups and reload them instantly - Last session is always saved so you can resume where you left off INSPIRE YOUR SPACE Whether you're setting the mood for a dinner party, creating a bedroom art installation, filming content for social media, or taking the stage, HappyMapper makes projection art accessible to everyone. One shape is free, with full access to every feature. Upgrade to Premium to add unlimited shapes.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: HappyMapper at 100% against Viso's 0%. HappyMapper also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.6) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 5 weeks). Viso's advantage is ratings volume (11 vs 3). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Viso sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and HappyMapper sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
HappyMapper holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 11 and 3 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Viso's written reviews are positive against 100% of HappyMapper's.
Viso ships an update every 5 weeks, HappyMapper every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on September 13, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Viso | HappyMapper |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.6 (11 ratings) | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 11 — better | 3 |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 16.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 137 MB | 11 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Merek Barrett | Kenny Lu |
Customer experience
Viso
HappyMapper
In-app purchases
Viso
- Weekly Premium7 Days trial$5.997 Days
- Annual Premium7 Days trial$29.991 Year
HappyMapper
- HappyMapper Pro3 Days trial$2.991 Month
- HappyMapper Pro3 Days trial$24.991 Year
- HappyMapper PRO Lifetime$14.99









