Comparison

PicoMap vs NEO

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

Head to head
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 โ€” 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.

About

NEO

Features
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Walls, ceilings, furniture โ€” any surface becomes a screen. NEO-F projects live visuals onto walls, furniture and stages โ€” anything you can point a projector at. Draw a shape, drop a pattern inside it, and it comes alive. No computer, no complicated setup, no experience needed. MOVES WITH THE MUSIC Patterns pulse and glow along with whatever is playing in the room. The microphone listens live and nothing is ever recorded. MAP ANY SURFACE Draw shapes with your finger and match them to real objects. Pinch, rotate and nudge until the light lines up with the wall. MAKE IT YOURS โ€ข 78 animated patterns and neon effects โ€ข Glowing text with live clocks and countdowns โ€ข Freehand sketching that lights up as you draw โ€ข Finger-paint to reveal patterns underneath โ€ข Import your own photos and videos READY-MADE SCENES Open a template and project it. Art pieces, Halloween, New Year, weddings, birthdays and calm ambient looks โ€” each one already built and tuned for you. BUILT FOR PROJECTORS Connect over HDMI, USB-C or AirPlay. Your phone stays the control panel while the projector shows only the output โ€” no interface in the way. NEO-F PRO The free version places a small moving NEO-F mark on the projection. Pro removes it and unlocks everything: all 78 patterns, your own photos and videos, text layers, sketch and reveal, all 32 ready-made scenes, and unlimited saved scenes. NEO-F Pro is available as a 1-month subscription, a 1-year subscription, or a one-time lifetime purchase. Prices are shown in the app before purchase. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the current period ends. Manage or cancel anytime in your Apple Account settings. Terms of Use: https://skywalkerkan.github.io/neo-f-site/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://skywalkerkan.github.io/neo-f-site/privacy.html

Screenshots

PicoMap4 screens
NEO3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: NEO at every 2 days against PicoMap's monthly. PicoMap's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. PicoMap sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and NEO sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PicoMap ships an update monthly, NEO every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences ยท 5 level
PicoMap versus NEO: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPicoMapNEO
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 2 days โ€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesโ€”
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 โ€” better17.0
Further details โ€” not scored
Size99 MB21 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCode and DESIGN inc.Erkan Cosar

In-app purchases

1 purchases

PicoMap

One-time1
  • PicoMap Full Access$2.99
3 purchases

NEO

Subscriptions2
  • NEO-F Pro Monthly$5.991 Month
  • NEO-F Pro Yearly$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • NEO-F Pro Lifetime$99.99

Questions

Is PicoMap free?
PicoMap is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is NEO free?
NEO is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do PicoMap or NEO have ads?
Neither PicoMap nor NEO shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PicoMap or NEO?
PicoMap ships an update monthly, and NEO every 2 days. Most recently, PicoMap was updated on October 25, 2026 and NEO on October 24, 2026.

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