Comparison

DepthWeaver vs Photo Blaster FX

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

Head to head
About

DepthWeaver

Create captivating Magic Eye stereograms from your photos and 3D models. Utilize LiDAR, on-device AI, or object scanning to generate depth, then choose from various patterns and fine-tune every aspect for a hidden image that emerges from the noise. All processing is done locally for complete privacy.

Highlights
  • LiDAR live capture
  • AI depth from photos
  • Object scanning with Apple's Object Capture
  • 3D model import
  • Six procedural pattern generators
  • Custom image tile import
  • Extensive tuning options
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DepthWeaver turns real-world depth into Magic Eye stereograms. Capture a scene with the LiDAR scanner, generate depth from any photo with on-device AI, scan a real object with Apple's Object Capture, or load a 3D model — then watch a hidden image rise out of the noise as you cross your eyes. CAPTURE DEPTH FIVE WAYS • LiDAR live capture on iPhone Pro — point, freeze, done • On-device AI depth from any photo (Depth Anything V2) • Scan real objects with Apple's Object Capture (Pro devices) — guided orbits turn a real object into a .usdz you can orbit and frame • 3D model import — .usdz, .usd, .obj, .scn with an orbit camera so you choose the angle • Bundled height map and 3D model presets to play with right away PICK A PATTERN • Six procedural generators: random dot, stars, Perlin noise, Worley noise, Voronoi cells, reaction-diffusion • Import any image from your photo library as a custom tile • Built-in texture library TUNE EVERY KNOB • DPI, depth strength, separation, oversampling • Remap input and output depth ranges to push the subject forward or back • Denoise quantized 8-bit imports for clean, banding-free output • Invert depth in one tap • Live preview redraws as you slide PRIVATE BY DESIGN Everything runs on device. No account, no upload, no tracking, no ads. Your photos and 3D scans never leave your iPhone. UNDER THE HOOD Parallelized implementation of the Thimbleby–Inglis–Witten autostereogram algorithm with W. A. Steer's link-based hidden-surface refinement. Powered by ARKit, Object Capture, Core ML, SceneKit, Metal, and Core Image. Output is upscaled so the minimum dimension is at least 960 px — print-ready or share-ready. SHARE Export high-resolution PNGs to Photos, Messages, AirDrop, or any app with a share sheet. Available in English and French. iPhone, iOS 17+. Capture a scene. Pick a pattern. Stare into it.

About

Photo Blaster FX

Features
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PHOTO BLASTER — Real-Time Camera Effects Turn your camera into a mind-bending creative machine. Photo Blaster applies 311 wild, trippy, and beautiful effects to your live camera feed or any photo from your library — in real time, on device, instantly. LIVE CAMERA EFFECTS Point your camera at anything and watch it transform in real time. Stack multiple effects together, tweak every parameter, and see the result live before you shoot. SNAP & RECORD Tap the shutter to save a photo. Hold it down to record a video — everything you see gets captured exactly as it looks, effects and all. Saved straight to your Photos library. 311 EFFECTS ACROSS 6 CATEGORIES Glitch, Color, Distort, Overlay, Texture, and Trippy — from VHS and datamosh to kaleidoscope, plasma, neon, fire, fractal warp, and hundreds more. RANDOM MODE Can't decide? Hit RANDOM and let the app surprise you with a wild effect combo. DEEP CUSTOMIZATION Every effect has its own parameters — speed, intensity, color, scale, and more. Dial in exactly the look you want. PINCH TO ZOOM Zoom your camera up to 8x while effects run live on top. FAVOURITES Star your go-to effects to pin them at the front of the panel. TORCH AND GRID Built-in torch toggle and rule-of-thirds grid overlay for better shots in any light. FREE TO TRY 30 effects are completely free — no time limit, no watermark. Unlock all 311 with a single one-time purchase. No subscription. Ever. Warning: Flashes of light or intense, repetitive visual patterns can trigger seizures in individuals with photosensitive epilepsy. Made by illmentalityapps. For support email illmentalityapps@gmail.com

Screenshots

DepthWeaver4 screens
Photo Blaster FX4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: DepthWeaver at none against Photo Blaster FX's 1. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Photo Blaster FX sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. DepthWeaver asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
DepthWeaver versus Photo Blaster FX: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDepthWeaverPhoto Blaster FX
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.017.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size124 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGABRIEL JEAN YVES ANNE LANDAISMichael Brown

In-app purchases

None

DepthWeaver

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Photo Blaster FX

One-time1
  • Unlock All Effects$4.99

Questions

Is DepthWeaver free?
DepthWeaver is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Photo Blaster FX free?
Photo Blaster FX is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do DepthWeaver or Photo Blaster FX have ads?
Neither DepthWeaver nor Photo Blaster FX shows ads.

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