# Reality Augmented (VR) vs Random42 VR

The clearest difference is rating: Random42 VR at 5.0 against Reality Augmented (VR)'s 4.3. Random42 VR also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 9) and review sentiment (83% vs 60%). Reality Augmented (VR)'s advantage is ratings volume (446 vs 2). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Reality Augmented (VR) sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Random42 VR asks for nothing beyond the download.

Random42 VR holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Reality Augmented (VR) has 446 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 60% of Reality Augmented (VR)'s written reviews are positive against 83% of Random42 VR's.

Reality Augmented (VR) ships an update every 4 months, Random42 VR every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Reality Augmented (VR) | Random42 VR |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (446 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reality-augmented-vr/id954501500/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/random42-vr/id1012918311/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **446** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 59.7% of reviews | **83.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 20 MB | 686 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Magnitude LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/703754875) | [Random42](https://appshunter.io/developer/1012918309) |

## What reviewers say

### Reality Augmented (VR)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reality-augmented-vr/id954501500)

Transform your surroundings into a stereoscopic augmented reality experience. Apply immersive filters and view your world through an iOS device and VR headset. Record and play back filtered videos in VR.

**Highlights:** Stereoscopic augmented reality filters, Adjustable stereoscopic ratio, Customizable camera resolutions and frame rates, Audio-reactive and custom color filters, Record and play back VR videos, Flashlight for night vision

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Filters - Monthly Access | $0.99 | per month |
| Video Player - Monthly Access | $0.99 | per month |
| Filters - Yearly Access | $9.99 | per year |
| Video Player - Yearly Access | $9.99 | per year |
| 12-Pack(#1) | $0.99 | one-time |
| 12-Pack(#2) | $0.99 | one-time |
| 12-Pack(#3) | $0.99 | one-time |
| 12-Pack(#4) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Bonus Pack (Unlock Everything) | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Amazing AR experience
- 🚀 Great filters and effects
- 💡 Lets you film from VR headset
- 🔒 Robust security features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Glitchy in-app purchases
- 🔋 Drains battery quickly
- 💸 Paywall for many features
- 🤖 Unreliable playback

**Reported bugs**

- Purchased filters not unlocking
- Playback feature not working
- Crashing and freezing issues
- Upside down video recordings

**Requested features**

- Add normal camera lens
- Improve video quality and frame rate
- Implement VR video recording and playback
- Add more free filter options


### Random42 VR

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/random42-vr/id1012918311)

Explore the human body in VR, from brain neurons to gut bacteria, and discover DNA. Also features a collection of high-resolution medical VR artwork. Non-VR modes are available for mobile and tablet users.

**Highlights:** VR journey inside the human body, Explore cells and DNA, Collection of medical VR artwork, Non-VR mobile and tablet modes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Reality Augmented (VR) free?

Reality Augmented (VR) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Random42 VR free?

Random42 VR is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Reality Augmented (VR) or Random42 VR?

Random42 VR is rated higher. Reality Augmented (VR) averages 4.3 out of 5 from 446 ratings, while Random42 VR averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Reality Augmented (VR) or Random42 VR have ads?

Neither Reality Augmented (VR) nor Random42 VR shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Reality Augmented (VR) or Random42 VR?

Reality Augmented (VR) ships an update every 4 months, and Random42 VR every 2 months. Most recently, Reality Augmented (VR) was updated on October 12, 2026 and Random42 VR on October 5, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*