Comparison

LayerMapper AI Shaders vs Goblin Node

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

Head to head
About

LayerMapper AI Shaders

Features
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LayerMapper GLSL – AI-Powered Visual Performance Engine - LayerMapper MApp Direct Integration! Transform your iPhone or iPad into an elite, AI-driven visual powerhouse. LayerMapper GLSL combines the cutting-edge power of Artificial Intelligence with professional-grade shader rendering, designed specifically for VJs, visual artists, and live performers. 440+ PRO-CURATED SHADERS: - Experience a massive, hand-picked library of over 440 pre-fabricated and parameterized GLSL shaders. Each shader is optimized for performance and ready for immediate use. - 21 Professional Categories: Tunnels, Nature, Geometric, Retro, Psychedelic, Abstract, Cosmic, Organic, Liquid, Fire, Audio Reactive, 3D Style, Particles, Neon, and more. - Deep Customization: Every shader comes with pre-mapped parameters for instant manipulation. AI-POWERED SHADER GENERATION: - Bridge the gap between imagination and code. Describe your vision, and our AI builds the engine. - Text-to-Shader: Generate complex GLSL code from simple natural language prompts. - AI Optimization: Ask the AI to refine code, fix bugs, or add new visual layers to existing shaders. - Creative Partner: Perfect for non-coders to create unique visuals and for pros to speed up their workflow. PRO VJ CONNECTIVITY & SYNC: - Engineered for the stage, LayerMapper GLSL integrates seamlessly into professional live setups. - Broadcast Clean Output: Stream a dedicated, UI-free visual feed directly to LayerMapper MApp. - Multicast Networking: High-speed, ultra-low latency synchronization across your local network. - WiFi Shader Sync: Instantly beam your AI creations between devices for multi-screen performances. REAL-TIME PERFORMANCE CONTROL: - Live Parameter Tweaking: Adjust colors, speed, intensity, and complexity on the fly with zero lag. - Metal-Accelerated Rendering: Smooth, 60 FPS performance powered by Apple’s Metal GPU framework. - Full-Screen Performance Mode: Hide the interface for a pure visual output experience. COMMUNITY & ORGANIZATION: - Global Community Library: Access an ever-growing repository of shaders created and shared by the LayerMapper community. - Advanced Management: Organize your visual arsenal using a robust Folders and Categories system. - SwiftData Storage: Save over 30,000+ custom shaders with persistent, high-speed storage. - Full Code Editor: Syntax highlighting and AI-assisted completion for manual coding. AI-POWERED WORKFLOW: - Describe your desired effect (e.g., "A liquid neon pulse reacting to bass"). - Generate custom code instantly via AI. - Refine and tweak parameters in real-time. - Organize into custom folders for your next set. - Broadcast clean output to LayerMapper MApp via Multicast Networking. - Perform live with ultra-low latency. TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS: - iOS 17.0 or later - iPhone or iPad with Metal support - Internet connection for AI generation and Community Library features REQUIRES IN-APP PURCHASE • 7-DAY FREE TRIAL AVAILABLE SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION: MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION: 4.40$/month Includes a 7-day FREE trial for new users. Unlocks all 440+ shaders, AI generation, Community Library, and Pro Sync features. Payment charged to Apple ID; auto-renews unless cancelled 24 hours before the period ends. PRIVACY: We respect your creativity. Your shaders stay on your device. AI processing is secure and anonymous. No personal data is collected. SUPPORT: layermapper@gmail.com Terms: https://layermapper.com/terms Privacy: https://layermapper.com/privacy

About

Goblin Node

Create professional PBR textures and materials on your iPad with a touch-first, non-destructive procedural workflow. Generate reusable patterns, tileable surfaces, and complete material suites anywhere inspiration strikes, without needing a desktop rig.

Highlights
  • Touch-native procedural texturing
  • Non-destructive workflow
  • Modular material generation
  • PBR material suite creation
  • 100+ nodes including generators
  • 3D preview engine
  • One-time purchase for pro features
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Stop chaining yourself to a desktop rig just to experiment with textures. Goblin Node brings professional, non-destructive and touch-first procedural texturing directly to your iPad. This isn't just another shader editor. Goblin Node has been designed specifically for generating modular and reusable patterns, tileable surfaces and complete PBR material suites wherever inspiration strikes. No subscriptions. No AI bloat. Just pure, portable procedural power. ——————————————————————————— SAY GOODBYE TO DESKTOP TEXTURING FRICTION ——————————————————————————— ⁃ Desktop-Grade Power, Zero Desk Required: Craft materials on the couch, on set, or in transit without compromising node complexity. ⁃ Touch-Native Precision: Effortlessly zoom, pan and edit node graphs with intuitive gestures designed specifically for iPad. ⁃ Focused Texture Workflow: Unlike complex shader editors, Goblin Node lets you skip the math so you can focus on pattern logic, surface wear, and map creation. ⁃ Non-Destructive Freedom: Swap out base patterns or tweak parameters downstream without breaking your material logic or re-doing past work. ⁃ No Subscriptions, Ever: Buy once, keep your tools forever and own your creative pipeline. ——————————————————— WHAT YOU CAN BUILD ——————————————————— ⁃ Complete PBR Material Suites: Generate production-ready maps; Albedo, Normal, Height, Roughness, Metallic, AO, Curvature and more ⁃ Complex Surface Mechanics: Build everything from weathered bricks and organic patinas to intricate weave patterns, tiles, and sci-fi paneling. ⁃ Deep Procedural Engine: Combine 100+ nodes, including generators like Voronoi, Perlin noise, mathematical shapes, text, imported imagery, and custom paint passes. ⁃ Advanced Spatial Transformations: Offset, rotate, distort, warp, mirror, blur and blend with precision controls. ⁃ Atlas & Multi-Asset Packing: Pack, split, and organize multi-texture maps into unified texture atlases for game engine optimization. ⁃ Touch 3D Preview Engine: See light and shadow react to your materials in real time on 3D meshes. ⁃ Modular Material Generators: Expose key parameters to turn your node graphs into reusable, customizable templates for instant variations. ——————————————————— PRO FEATURES (ONE-TIME PURCHASE) ——————————————————— ⁃ 45+ Advanced Nodes: Including Flood Fill, Multi-directional Warp, Slope Blur, Bevel and more! ⁃ One-Tap PBR Batch Export: Export all output channels (PNG, JPG, TIFF, TGA) simultaneously up to 4K—ready to drop straight into Unreal, Unity, or Blender. ⁃ Reusable Templates: Expose node parameters to turn complex graphs into customizable material generators. ⁃ Unlimited Graphs: Build, organize, and export without arbitrary project caps.

Screenshots

LayerMapper AI Shaders4 screens
Goblin Node3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Goblin Node at 14.0 against LayerMapper AI Shaders's 17. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. LayerMapper AI Shaders sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Goblin Node sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
LayerMapper AI Shaders versus Goblin Node: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLayerMapper AI ShadersGoblin Node
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.5 (2 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequency—Weekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS1714.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size15 MB35 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDenis GrzechnikRainer Weston

In-app purchases

2 purchases

LayerMapper AI Shaders

Subscriptions2
  • LayerMapper7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • LayerMapper GLSL Subscription14 Days trial$44.001 Year
1 purchases

Goblin Node

One-time1
  • Pro Unlock$9.99

Questions

Is LayerMapper AI Shaders free?
LayerMapper AI Shaders is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Goblin Node free?
Goblin Node is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do LayerMapper AI Shaders or Goblin Node have ads?
Neither LayerMapper AI Shaders nor Goblin Node shows ads.

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