# Lightning Vault

> Lightning Vault (iPhone/iPad app by Kirill Khanzhinov.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lightning-vault/id6757088820 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Kirill Khanzhinov](https://appshunter.io/developer/1841965583)
- Category: Photo & Video, Utilities
- Price: $14.99
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.6 · 13 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2026-01-12
- Data updated: 2026-08-23
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lightning-vault/id6757088820/reviews.md

## What is Lightning Vault?

Lightning Vault is a professional camera tool designed to capture lightning with precision and reliability.

How it works:
The camera continuously analyzes real-time brightness changes

When a lightning flash is detected, the app instantly captures:
•25 frames before the flash
•10 frames after the flash
Review the full burst and save the best frame to your Photos library

All processing happens entirely on-device, in real timeLightning strikes are instantaneous and impossible to predict. Lightning Vault continuously buffers frames and automatically preserves the moments before and after a lightning flash - ensuring you never miss the decisive shot.

Key features:
•Intelligent real-time lightning detection
•Pre- and post-flash frame buffering
•High-performance capture at 1080p, 60 fps
•Optimized for extreme brightness transitions

Designed for real storm conditions

Lightning Vault is built for photographers, storm chasers, and serious enthusiasts who demand speed, accuracy, and control.
The app prioritizes lightning visibility over general scene brightness to ensure reliable detection and clean captures during storms.

Best results are achieved during dusk, nighttime, and active storm conditions. No subscriptions, no ads, no accounts.

## Chart rankings

- #174 in Top Paid · Photo & Video (US App Store)


## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.1 — 2026-03-29

Improved lightning detection for distant strikes and reduced false triggers caused by camera movement or indoor lighting.

### 1.0 — 2026-01-12

No release notes.

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