Comparison

EasyMapper Projection Mapping vs PicoMap

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

Head to head
About

EasyMapper Projection Mapping

Create stunning visual effects by projecting images and videos onto any surface directly from your iPhone. This app simplifies complex projection mapping, allowing for multi-layer editing and real-time previews without needing a laptop or expensive software.

Highlights
  • Multi-layer editing
  • Corner-drag perspective transform
  • Warp videos and shaders
  • Real-time preview
  • Built-in shader library
  • Camera Roll integration
Features
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'TIS THE SEASON Light up your porch with glowing jack-o'-lanterns, crawling spiders, swarming ghosts, and cackling witches — then schedule the whole haunted display to trigger on a timeline so trick-or-treaters get a show, not a static sticker on your window. EasyMapper Studio — projection mapping you can actually carry, straight from your iPhone. Turn any photo, video, or shader into a projection-mapped scene on walls, porches, sculptures, or storefronts. Warp it to fit the surface with your finger, then run it live through a projector. No laptop, no DMX rig, no QLab license — just your phone and a cheap HDMI projector. PREMIUM SUBSCRIPTION EasyMapper Studio's full feature set requires a Premium subscription. Without Premium you can install the app and explore the interface; Premium unlocks everything below. KEY FEATURES (Premium) Mapping & Warping - Corner-drag perspective transform — tap any corner of a layer and drag it to match your projection surface; the keystone/perspective math is handled for you. - Multi-layer editing — stack unlimited images, videos, and shaders on one projection. Move, resize, warp, and reorder each layer independently. - Customizable mesh grid overlay to line up empty layers before adding media. - Move tool with one-finger drag and pinch-to-zoom for precise placement. - Real-time preview that mirrors exactly what the projector is outputting. Media & Shaders - Import photos and videos straight from your Camera Roll; video loops automatically. - Built-in animated shader library (flame, auroras, and more) that warps cleanly onto any mapped surface. - Halloween effects library — pumpkins, witches, bats, crawling spiders, ghost swarm, skeleton, spooky emoji, fireflies, meteors, and fireworks, alongside year-round effects like rain, snow, bubbles, falling balls, rockets, and notes. - Audio-reactive particles and swarms that pulse and move with the music playing in the room — no external sync hardware needed. Show Control - Timeline — schedule when each layer or effect appears on a per-layer track. Drag blocks to set cues, scrub to preview, hit play, and the show runs itself. - Cue-based playback built for walk-up audiences: trick-or-treaters, party guests, or gallery visitors trigger a scene without you touching the phone. Output - USB-C/Lightning-to-HDMI output to any projector — wired for a rock-solid signal, not Wi-Fi that drops when the porch fills with trick-or-treaters. PERFECT FOR - Halloween — jack-o'-lanterns, haunted windows, porch projections, yard displays - Social media — turn a bedroom wall into a content backdrop in minutes - Live events — VJ-style backdrops, stage decoration, branded installations - Galleries and pop-ups — projection art without a desktop rig - Prototyping installations before committing to expensive software WHAT YOU NEED - An iPhone (this app) - A projector (any cheap one works) - A USB-C or Lightning to HDMI adapter - A surface to project onto — wall, window, pumpkin, tombstone, you name it EasyMapper Studio handles the rest. Manage or cancel your subscription anytime in Settings → your Apple ID → Subscriptions. PRIVACY Your photos and videos stay on your device and are never uploaded. Privacy Policy: https://easy-mapper-seven.vercel.app/privacy-policy Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

PicoMap

Transform any surface into a dynamic display using your iPhone. Easily map videos and photos onto walls, stages, or objects without a computer. Offers advanced controls for precise adjustments and creative effects.

Highlights
  • Four-corner surface mapping
  • Import videos and photos
  • Multi-layer mixing
  • Customizable masks
  • Real-time FX controls
  • Audio-reactive and MIDI control
Features
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Turn walls, stages, and objects into moving light. PicoMap is projection mapping built for iPhone. Connect a projector, drag four corners, and play your own videos and photos — no computer, no complicated desktop software. HOW IT WORKS Connect your iPhone to a projector Drag the four corners to match your surface Drop in a video or photo and play KEY FEATURES Four-corner adjustment for precise surface mapping Import videos and photos from Photos or Files Build and mix up to four layers Rectangle, circle, triangle, diamond, and custom masks Opacity, soft-edge, and real-time FX controls Kaleidoscope, pixelate, chromatic, and strobe effects Audio-reactive and MIDI control Dual-channel live mixing Freeze, Blackout, Safe Scene, and master intensity Optional downloadable CC video library Portrait-first controls designed for iPhone Japanese and English interface MADE FOR Live shows, DJs, VJs, and stage performances Shops, exhibitions, and events Installations and video art Room lighting and creative experiments Anyone trying projection mapping for the first time All you need is an iPhone, a projector, and the right cable or adapter. External output and resolution depend on your device and display setup.

Screenshots

EasyMapper Projection Mapping4 screens
PicoMap4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: EasyMapper Projection Mapping at every 5 days against PicoMap's monthly. On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. EasyMapper Projection Mapping sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and PicoMap sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

EasyMapper Projection Mapping ships an update every 5 days, PicoMap monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
EasyMapper Projection Mapping versus PicoMap: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEasyMapper Projection MappingPicoMap
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size115 MB99 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAbhinav BhardwajCode and DESIGN inc.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

EasyMapper Projection Mapping

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly Premium$7.991 Month
  • Discounted Annual Premium$34.991 Year
  • Annual Premium3 Days trial$44.991 Year
1 purchases

PicoMap

One-time1
  • PicoMap Full Access$2.99

Questions

Is EasyMapper Projection Mapping free?
EasyMapper Projection Mapping is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PicoMap free?
PicoMap is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do EasyMapper Projection Mapping or PicoMap have ads?
Neither EasyMapper Projection Mapping nor PicoMap shows ads.
Which is updated more often, EasyMapper Projection Mapping or PicoMap?
EasyMapper Projection Mapping ships an update every 5 days, and PicoMap monthly. Most recently, EasyMapper Projection Mapping was updated on October 29, 2026 and PicoMap on October 25, 2026.

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