Pixmo vs Lumen
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Pixmo
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Pixmo is a creative tool for turning photos into pixel art and perler bead patterns — all powered by algorithms, no AI required. Pixel Art Mode: • Two superpixel algorithms: Uniform segmentation & Smart Edge detection • Real-time parameter tuning: detail level, shape regularity, region size • Optional boundary display with 8 color choices • 5 built-in color palettes: GameBoy, NES, Pastel, Grayscale, Sunset — plus auto color extraction • Before/after comparison with pinch-to-zoom • One-tap save to Photos or share to social media Perler Bead Mode (New in 2.0): • Converts photos into printable perler bead charts • Full MARD 221-color palette with OKLab perceptual color matching • Interactive color selection — tap any bead type to highlight its positions • Adjustable pegboard width & height (5–60 beads) with boundary guides • Grid display toggle for clean viewingPerfect for: retro game-style avatars, social media pixel art, crafting perler bead designs, and exploring creative possibilities with pixel aesthetics.
Lumen
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Lumen is a dual-camera video app built for vlogs, reaction clips, and everyday storytelling. Capture what you see and how you react at the same time with one iPhone, so every video feels more personal, expressive, and complete. With Lumen you can: • Record front and rear cameras at the same time • Frame your shot with a picture-in-picture layout • Switch the main view and inset with one tap • Add playful face overlays for extra personality • Save finished videos to Photos and share them instantly • Keep your recordings organized in one library Great for vlogs, unboxings, travel moments, commentary, pet videos, and quick social content. Note: Dual-camera capture requires a supported multi-camera iPhone.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Pixmo at Free against Lumen's $3.99. Pixmo also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 3 months). On ads, in-app purchases, 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
Pixmo is free to download; Lumen costs $3.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Pixmo ships an update every 2 days, Lumen every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on June 25, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Pixmo | Lumen |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $3.99 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 days — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | 17.6 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 12 MB | 24 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 洪 刘 | 文亮 张 |
In-app purchases
Pixmo
No in-app purchases
Lumen
No in-app purchases





