# HDR — HDR photo camera, filters

> High-Dynamic-Range photography app with manual and automatic controls. (iPhone/iPad app by Lucky Clan.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hdr/id600529720 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Lucky Clan](https://appshunter.io/developer/294866851)
- Category: Photo & Video, Entertainment
- Price: $1.99
- Rating: 2.40/5 from 10 App Store ratings · 297 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 5 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2013-02-19
- Data updated: 2026-09-01
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hdr/id600529720/reviews.md

## What is HDR?

Capture High-Dynamic-Range photographs with HDR. By combining twice the image data of a standard photograph HDR is able to mix an over-exposed and under-exposed photo with incredible results. Includes 4 different mix options, plus the ability to import raw images all in one incredibly fast app. 

Featuring:

- Automatic and manual modes (To set exposure manually: drag exposure loupes to dark and light area of photo, double tap to return to automatic mode)

- Import from Photos: Select light and dark photos from library to mix in HDR.

- 4 different HDR mixes: Auto, Optimized, Vivid, Contrast

- Alignment: Photos are automatically aligned for the sharpest possible results.

- Native device camera resolution support

- Save in photos

- Speed: Fastest possible capture and merge of HDR results

## Key features

- Automatic and manual exposure modes
- Import photos from library
- Four HDR mix options
- Automatic photo alignment
- Native camera resolution support
- Fast capture and merge

## What do users think of HDR?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Fast processing
- 💡 Useful HDR features
- 🌟 Excellent image quality

**Cons**

- 🐛 Crashes and stability issues
- 🚫 Lack of updates and compatibility
- 🔍 Limited customization options
- 💸 Overpriced for features

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Crashes when loading images
- Alignment issues and ghosting
- Incompatibility with newer iOS versions

**Most requested features**

- More exposure control and manual adjustments
- Support for multiple exposures (3+) for better HDR
- Automatic saving to photo library
- Expanded filter and editing options

## Recent user reviews (10 of 297)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hdr/id600529720/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Worthless

*2026-01-20, version 2.4*

Just downloaded this app and it does not work at all. Stay away from this app.

### 2/5 — No updated version

*2025-10-22, version 2.4*

For years this was my go-to HDR app. Unfortunately the developer hasn’t kept up with Apple updates and now the app doesn’t work like it used to. Photos are blotchy and unusable. Would happily use again if the app worked properly on iOS 26.

### 5/5 — Used to work remarkably well, but no longer

*2025-09-30, version 2.4*

Allows you to set points for highlight and shadows so produces a well exposed picture that doesn't look  artificial like many other HDR apps.
Shadow exposure is captured much better than using the iOS camera app.

Update 2025:  after many good years this app no longer works on iOS 18.7.1

### 1/5 — Wasted $

*2021-06-07, version 2.4*

Poor quality app, don't buy

### 1/5 — Worthless and useless app - FREE apps are 1000 times better than this

*2020-12-01*

Don’t know who developed this useless app and made it to be paid app .... even FREE apps have 100 features but this paid app has nothing ... no image is HDR and editing the pic from library is useless

### 1/5 — Ne fonctionne pas

*2020-11-05*

L’application ne fonctionne pas sur IPad Pro lorsqu’on importe les photos l’application bug et le rendu final n’apparaît jamais.

### 1/5 — Horrible

*2020-03-25, version 2.4*

This app is ridiculous. I want my money back. It makes no sense. Offers no instructions or tools. It’s a complete waste of time and money. All I wanted was to import a photo and make
Adjustments. This app pretends it does.. and then nothing.

### 1/5 — Crashes every time

*2019-10-13, version 2.4*

Do not buy this if you have iOS 11 or newer! It does not work. Even though it states it is compatible with anything from iOS 8 onwards. It also stated “works on this iPhone” in the details. I can only load 1 image & then it freezes. EVERY TIME

### 1/5 — Bloß nicht kaufen!

*2019-03-03*

Überhaupt nichts Wert! Keine Funktionen und einfach nur schlecht! Schade um das Geld! 😑

### 5/5 — 还可以

*2019-01-01*

出去玩买的，在阳光充足的地方拍照很好看。

## Frequently asked questions about HDR

### What is HDR photography?

HDR (High-Dynamic-Range) photography captures more detail in both the brightest and darkest areas of an image than a standard photograph. This app achieves this by combining multiple exposures of the same scene, resulting in a more balanced and visually rich image.

### How does this app create HDR photos?

The app captures twice the image data of a standard photo by merging an over-exposed and under-exposed image. It offers four different mixing options (Auto, Optimized, Vivid, Contrast) to achieve various visual styles. It also supports importing raw images and photos from your library.

### Is this app free to use?

Yes, the application is available for free. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned, suggesting a completely free experience for users.

### Can I import my own photos to create HDR?

Yes, the app allows you to import light and dark photos directly from your device's photo library. This feature enables you to create HDR images from existing shots, offering flexibility in your workflow.

### What are the benefits of using this HDR app?

This app offers fast capture and merging of HDR results, automatic alignment for sharper images, and support for native device camera resolutions. It provides both automatic and manual modes for exposure control, catering to both beginners and advanced users.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.4 — 2017-09-26

This update from Apple will improve the functionality of this app. No new features are included.

- iOS 11 compatibility
- fixed crash when taking photo in very low light condition

### 2.3 — 2017-09-15

- added 64-bit support

### 2.2 — 2014-11-21

- added full iPhone 6/6+ support
- added front camera support
- improved performance - processing/saving works over 2x faster
- bug fixes

### 2.1 — 2014-09-24

- iOS 8 compatibility
- photos are now geotagged

### 2.0 — 2014-06-06

- new beautiful flat iOS 7 style interface and icon
- optimized for new devices: iPhone 5c/5s, iPad Air, iPad Mini with Retina 
- app now displays alert if you return to camera view without saving photo
- few minor bugs fixed

## Apps similar to HDR

| App | Rating | Price | Category |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Pimp My Life](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pimp-my-life/id1027033700) | 5.0 (1) | Free | Photo & Video |
| [AgeCamera - how old do I look?](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/agecamera-how-old-do-i-look/id991655060) | 1.8 (43) | Free | Photo & Video |
| [Emoji Camera Stickers: Add Cool Emoticon smiley Flirty Expression To Your Picture](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/emoji-camera-stickers-add-cool-emoticon-smiley-flirty-expression-to-your-picture/id1040128680) | 2.0 (3) | Free | Photo & Video |
| [LoveMate -ranking-](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lovemate-ranking/id985103680) | — | Free | Photo & Video |
| [3D Video - Convert your 2D Video into 3D - for DJI Phantom and Inspire 1 and any VR Cardboard or 3D TV!](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/3d-video-convert-your-2d-video-into-3d-for-dji-phantom-and-inspire-1-and-any-vr-cardboard-or-3d-tv/id1000916080) | 2.8 (6) | $6.99 | Photo & Video |
| [Doodle draw write on photos](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/doodle-draw-write-on-photos/id1009253600) | 3.0 (2) | Free | Photo & Video |

## More apps by Lucky Clan

- [ArtStudio - Draw and Paint](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/artstudio-draw-and-paint/id354818333)
- [ArtStudio for iPad -Paint&Draw](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/artstudio-for-ipad-paint-and-draw/id364017607)
- [Top Camera - HDR, Slow Shutter](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/top-camera-hdr-slow-shutter/id441450063)
- [Top Camera LITE](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/top-camera-lite/id463430049)
- [Noise Master](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/noise-master/id489791020)
- [ABR/TPL/PAT Viewer](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/abrtplpat-viewer/id578217435)

All apps by Lucky Clan: https://appshunter.io/developer/294866851

## Related topics

[hdr fx pro](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/hdr-fx-pro) · [hdr fx](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/hdr-fx) · [hdr effect video](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/hdr-effect-video) · [hdr camera](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/hdr-camera) · [vuer hdr](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/vuer-hdr) · [hdr effect camera](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/hdr-effect-camera) · [hdr filter](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/hdr-filter) · [alpha hdr video](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/alpha-hdr-video) · [hdr photo lab](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/hdr-photo-lab) · [viewer hdr](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/viewer-hdr) · [hdr camera for simplyhdr](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/hdr-camera-for-simplyhdr) · [hdr max](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/hdr-max) · [hdr effect](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/hdr-effect) · [hdr edit](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/hdr-edit) · [hdr to sdr](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/hdr-to-sdr)

---

*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-09-01.*