# Reality Augmented (VR) vs ARtoon

The clearest difference is rating: ARtoon at 5.0 against Reality Augmented (VR)'s 4.3. ARtoon also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 4 months). Reality Augmented (VR)'s advantage is ratings volume (446 vs 1) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 26.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Reality Augmented (VR) sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and ARtoon sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ARtoon 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 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Reality Augmented (VR) ships an update every 4 months, ARtoon monthly. Both last shipped on October 12, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Reality Augmented (VR) | ARtoon |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (446 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reality-augmented-vr/id954501500/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/artoon-augmented-reality/id1565211213/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **446** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 59.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 20 MB | 30 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 26.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Magnitude LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/703754875) | [Grigor Agabalyan](https://appshunter.io/developer/1520386247) |

## 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


### ARtoon

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/artoon-augmented-reality/id1565211213)

Create magical photos and videos by adding 3D models and special effects to your surroundings. Transform your imagination into reality with augmented reality, customizing your world with ease. You can also generate 3D floor plans of rooms.

**Highlights:** Add 3D models and special effects, Create AR photos and videos, Customize size and placement of models, Generate 3D room floor plans, Share creations with friends and family

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Anolis garmani | $0.99 | one-time |
| Turtle | $0.99 | one-time |
| RoomPlan | $0.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Reality Augmented (VR) free?

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

### Is ARtoon free?

ARtoon is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

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

ARtoon is rated higher. Reality Augmented (VR) averages 4.3 out of 5 from 446 ratings, while ARtoon averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

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

Neither Reality Augmented (VR) nor ARtoon shows ads.

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

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

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