Comparison

Lumyn vs Dorse

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

Head to head
About

Lumyn

Transform your photos into stunning anime-style artwork with multiple artistic filters. Easily upload, convert, and save your creations locally for privacy. Share your unique anime-inspired images with friends and on social media.

Highlights
  • Photo upload and selection
  • Eight distinct anime styles
  • Local artwork gallery
  • Share and export creations
  • In-app purchases for coins/subscriptions
  • Privacy-focused local storage
Features
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Lumyn is a user-friendly photo-to-anime conversion app that transforms your photos into stunning anime-style artwork. With an intuitive interface and multiple artistic styles, Lumyn makes it easy for anyone to create beautiful anime-inspired images. KEY FEATURES Photo Upload and Selection Upload photos directly from your iOS photo library. The app seamlessly integrates with iOS Photos for easy image selection. Multiple Anime Styles Choose from eight distinct anime styles: Japanese Style with vibrant colors, Chibi Style with cute features, Shonen Style with dynamic action, Realistic Style with detailed textures, Manga Style with black and white aesthetic, Kawaii Style with pastel colors, Cyberpunk Style with futuristic elements, and Watercolor Style with soft brush strokes. Artwork Gallery All converted images are automatically saved to your personal gallery. View your collection in a clean grid layout and manage your artworks. Your artworks are stored locally on your device for privacy and security. Share and Export Share your anime creations through iOS native sharing. Save high-quality images directly to your photo library for use in social media or personal projects. In-App Purchases Purchase coins to convert more images, or subscribe to unlock unlimited conversions and premium features. All purchases are processed securely through Apple's in-app purchase system. Privacy and Security Lumyn stores all artworks locally on your device. We do not upload your images to external servers, ensuring your photos remain private and secure. The app only requests necessary permissions for photo access and camera functionality. Simple Design Lumyn features a clean interface following iOS Human Interface Guidelines. The app uses bottom tab navigation for easy access to conversion, gallery, shop, and settings. WHO IS LUMYN FOR Lumyn is perfect for anime enthusiasts, content creators, and anyone looking to add an artistic anime touch to their photos. The app requires no technical knowledge or artistic skills. HOW IT WORKS Select or capture a photo, choose your preferred anime style, start the conversion process, preview your transformed image, and save to your gallery or share with others. The process is straightforward and user-friendly. SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION Lumyn offers subscription plans that provide unlimited conversions and access to premium features. Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage your subscriptions in your Apple ID account settings. SUPPORT Access the Help Center and submit feedback through the app settings. For privacy policy, terms of service, and more information, visit the settings page within the app. Lumyn is designed to be accessible, fun, and reliable. Whether you are an anime fan, content creator, or simply curious about anime-style transformations, Lumyn provides a simple way to create beautiful anime artwork from your photos. Subscription Plans: Monthly Subscription, Price: $6.99 / 1 month, Six Month Subscription, Price: $40.99 / 6 month, Annual Subscription, Price: $79.99 / 1 year User Agreement https://lumynmanga.com/contract/Lumyn-u111.html Privacy Policy https://lumynmanga.com/contract/Lumyn-p111.html Subscription Agreement https://lumynmanga.com/contract/Lumyn-s111.html

About

Dorse

A personal coffee log to capture and perfect your brewing rituals. Record details like grind, water, and time, and note tasting notes to build a unique flavor profile. Discover patterns and grow your coffee mastery with each recorded cup.

Highlights
  • Log brew details (grind, water, time)
  • Record tasting notes (acidity, sweetness, aroma)
  • Tag flavor profiles (citrus, chocolate)
  • Build personal flavor map
  • Track recipe satisfaction
  • Discover optimal ratios
Features
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Discover Dorse, your personal hand-brewed coffee companion crafted for those who savor every pour. This is not a guide, a tutorial, or a social feed—it’s a quiet space to capture, reflect, and perfect your coffee ritual. Every cup tells a story, and Dorse helps you record yours with elegance and simplicity. Build your own coffee archive effortlessly: log each brew, track grind, water, and time, and see how subtle changes shape flavor. Note acidity, sweetness, bitterness, aroma, and texture, or tag the tasting notes that speak to you—citrus, berries, chocolate, floral, and more. Over time, your personal flavor map emerges, revealing patterns and favorite combinations that are uniquely yours. Whether you’re exploring a new single-origin bean, recreating a perfect pour-over, or simply enjoying the meditative rhythm of hand brewing, Dorse transforms every session into insight. See which recipes bring the highest satisfaction, discover your optimal ratios, and watch your coffee mastery grow, one cup at a time. Dorse isn’t just an app—it’s the evolution of your coffee experience.

Screenshots

Lumyn4 screens
Dorse4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Lumyn at 4.4 against Dorse's 3.0. Lumyn also leads on ratings volume (7 vs 2). Dorse's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). On price, ads 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. Lumyn sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $30.00 per month. Dorse asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Lumyn holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7 and 2 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 4 level
Lumyn versus Dorse: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLumynDorse
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (7 ratings) — better3.0 (2 ratings)
Number of ratings7 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 4 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size33 MB57 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperChongqing Chaozhi Advertising Co., Ltd.Ferreus Industries, Inc.

In-app purchases

8 purchases

Lumyn

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly Subscription$30.001 Month
  • Six Month Subscription$100.006 Months
  • Annual Subscription$169.991 Year
One-time5
  • Basic Diamond Pack$8.00
  • Advanced Diamond Box$13.00
  • Premium Diamond Chest$40.00
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  • Deluxe Diamond Vault$68.00
  • Supreme Diamond Reserve$129.99
None

Dorse

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Lumyn free?
Lumyn is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Dorse free?
Dorse is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Lumyn or Dorse?
Lumyn is rated higher. Lumyn averages 4.4 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while Dorse averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Lumyn or Dorse have ads?
Neither Lumyn nor Dorse shows ads.

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