Comparison

GaussianCapture vs Spatial Display

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

Head to head
About

GaussianCapture

This app transforms your iPhone into a 3D scene capture device using advanced Gaussian Splatting technology. Easily record spaces and objects to create photorealistic 3D models for viewing, exploration, and sharing.

Highlights
  • 3D scene capture with Gaussian Splatting
  • Guided capture workflow
  • LiDAR support for iPhone 15 Pro+
  • Native Metal renderer for real-time playback
  • Export scenes in standard formats
  • Intuitive and fast interface
Features
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GaussianCapture turns your iPhone into a powerful 3D scene capture tool using Gaussian Splatting technology. Simply point your camera and walk through any space — GaussianCapture records the frames needed to reconstruct a photorealistic 3D scene. Your capture is then processed into a high-quality Gaussian Splat that you can view, explore, and share. Features: • Guided capture workflow for rooms, objects, and outdoor spaces • Optimized for iPhone 15 Pro and later with LiDAR support • Native Metal renderer for smooth, real-time splat playback • Export your scenes in standard formats • Clean, intuitive interface built for speed Whether you're a developer, designer, architect, or just curious about spatial computing, GaussianCapture gives you the tools to capture the world in stunning 3D.

About

Spatial Display

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Your Mac desktop, in a spatial workspace on iPhone. Spatial Display transforms your iPhone into a spatial workspace for your Mac. View and control multiple displays, switch between multiple Macs, and use familiar trackpad-style gestures, all from one compact app. MULTI-MONITOR, MADE SPATIAL Bring every selected Mac display into its own virtual screen. Recenter instantly, arrange screens at a comfortable distance, and move between them naturally in portrait or landscape. TRACKPAD-STYLE CONTROL • Tap, drag, and right-click • Scroll smoothly with two fingers • Swipe up with three fingers for Mission Control • Swipe down with three fingers for App Exposé • Swipe left or right with three fingers to change desktops and full-screen apps • Use four-finger gestures for Show Desktop and App Launcher SPATIAL AUDIO Hear your Mac from the direction of its virtual screen. With compatible headphones, head tracking keeps the soundstage anchored as you move. ONE IPHONE, MULTIPLE MACS Sign in to multiple Macs with the same Apple or Google account and quickly choose which available computer to control. BUILT FOR PRODUCTIVITY • Direct-touch or crosshair pointer control • Familiar Mac cursor shapes • Hybrid keyboard with Mac modifiers, arrow keys, Esc, Tab, and F1-F12 • Quick actions for Mission Control, App Exposé, Show Desktop, Dock, and desktop switching • Automatic reconnection when networks change • Guided tutorials GET STARTED Download the free Spatial Display Server companion from the Mac App Store or directly from Lith Games: https://lithgames.com/spatialdisplay Install it on your Mac, sign in with the same account, select the displays you want to share, and connect from your iPhone. Spatial Display works on the same Wi-Fi network or over the internet. Connections are encrypted and use a direct device-to-device path whenever available. Requires a compatible iPhone and a Mac running Spatial Display Server. Some features require Spatial Display Pro. DRM-protected video may appear black while screen sharing is active. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

GaussianCapture4 screens
Spatial Display4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: GaussianCapture at none against Spatial Display's 2. Spatial Display's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). 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. Spatial Display sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. GaussianCapture asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
GaussianCapture versus Spatial Display: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGaussianCaptureSpatial Display
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequency—Every 11 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB107 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLuca LangellaLith Games OÜ

In-app purchases

None

GaussianCapture

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Spatial Display

Subscriptions2
  • Spatial Display Pro Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Spatial Display Pro Yearly$49.991 Year

Questions

Is GaussianCapture free?
GaussianCapture is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Spatial Display free?
Spatial Display is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do GaussianCapture or Spatial Display have ads?
Neither GaussianCapture nor Spatial Display shows ads.

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