# Triggertrap Mobile — The ultimate camera remote

> Creative camera remote with sensor, timelapse, and HDR modes. (iPhone/iPad app by Ross Gibson.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/triggertrap-mobile/id517679831 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Ross Gibson](https://appshunter.io/developer/1366177156)
- Category: Photo & Video, Utilities
- Price: $2.99
- Rating: 3.65/5 from 26 App Store ratings · 110 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 10.0 · 33 MB
- Languages: English, German, Italian
- Released: 2012-04-29
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/triggertrap-mobile/id517679831/reviews.md

## What is Triggertrap Mobile?

Triggertrap - Creative ways of triggering your camera. The Triggertrap Mobile app has a heap of sensors to trigger your camera in exciting ways and a range of tools to create beautiful timelapses.

Triggertrap Mobile’s sensor modes are configurable so you can get trigger happy with your camera - any way you like! Triggertrap Mobile enables extreme exposure control, and you can push the limits of HDR photography.

IMPORTANT! Triggertrap requires the Triggertrap Mobile Dongle to connect your camera to your device!

Here are all the ways you can get triggering:

Sensor modes:
• Sound sensor - clap, whistle or tap
• Vibration sensor - vibrations and earthquakes
• Motion sensor - detects movement. Catch people with their hand in the cookie jar!
• Peekaboo - facial recognition

Timelapse modes:
• Timelapse - travel through time
• TimeWarp - timelapse with acceleration
• DistanceLapse - perfect for road trips
• Bramping - bulb ramping timelapse to keep your exposure smooth
• Star Trail mode - extreme exposure control to create stunning images of the night sky

HDR modes:
• LE HDR - Long exposure HDR sets with up to 19 exposures
• LE HDR Timelapse - create timelapses with all the detail of HDR

Along with all of these, there are a variety of other cable release modes, including Simple Cable Release, Self Timer and Press and Lock options, and timed exposures up to 100 hours long! We also have a handy Solar Calculator to find out the sunrise and sunset times wherever you are, and an ND Calculator to ensure your exposures are just the right length when using neutral density filters.

Long Exposure HDR (LE-HDR) mode supports shutter speeds from several hours down to 1/15th second, and can do up to 19 bracketed shots with 1/3, 1/2, 1 or 2 EV steps.

## Key features

- Sensor-based camera triggering (sound, vibration, motion, face recognition)
- Advanced timelapse modes (TimeWarp, DistanceLapse, Bramping, Star Trail)
- Long Exposure HDR (LE-HDR) with multiple exposures
- Extended timed exposures up to 100 hours
- Solar and ND filter calculators
- Simple cable release and self-timer functions

## What do users think of Triggertrap Mobile?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 💡 Innovative camera triggering with multiple modes (sound, motion, time-lapse, HDR)
- 💰 Affordable solution compared to traditional intervalometers and remote releases
- 🎯 Works well with various camera models (Canon, Nikon, Sony, Olympus, Panasonic)
- ⚡ Excellent customer support and responsive team
- 🔧 Compatible with external flashes and adapters
- 📱 Works with iPhone camera without dongle
- 🎨 Clean, intuitive user interface design
- 🛠️ Continues to receive updates despite company closure
- 🌟 Great for creative photography (star trails, long exposures, high-speed shots)

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezing issues after updates
- 📱 Requires hardware dongle and camera-specific cables for full functionality
- 🔌 Short cables make setup inconvenient
- 🔋 High battery consumption and screen brightness issues
- ⚠️ Manual focus only requirement for some cameras
- 🔊 Volume control conflicts and audio-related glitches
- ❌ WiFi trigger feature no longer works
- 📸 Removed iPhone camera functionality in later versions
- ⏱️ Slider controls too sensitive for precise time settings
- 🔄 Inconsistent performance across different camera models

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes on startup after recent updates
- Multiple exposures not working in star trail and timelapse modes
- App freezes on iOS 14 and newer versions
- Sound trigger modes crash (Bang and Seismic modes)
- WiFi slave mode no longer functional
- Volume automatically sets to maximum on launch
- Orientation issues with landscape timelapse photos
- App stops shooting when receiving phone calls
- Slider values change when releasing touch
- Inconsistent performance between shots
- Incompatibility with newer Sony firmware updates
- Photos not saving or appearing after capture
- Device requires autofocus enabled to work properly on some cameras

**Most requested features**

- External flash control with ISO and aperture settings from app
- Live camera preview and viewfinder in app
- Bluetooth triggering for wireless operation
- Light meter calculator tool
- Pause and resume function for multi-exposure modes
- Red light mode for night vision protection
- Faster shutter speeds for daytime HDR
- Delay trigger option for sound activation
- Restore Apple Watch support
- Restore facial recognition and magnetic sensor features
- Numeric input fields instead of sliders for precise settings
- Auto-dimming screen to save battery
- Restore internal iPhone camera triggering
- Larger font sizes for better readability

## Recent user reviews (10 of 110)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/triggertrap-mobile/id517679831/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Works with iPhone 13 Pro

*2022-09-07, version 4.1.9*

Just use the lightning to headphone adapter. The triggertrap with the attached cable plugs into it. 

I had it backwards using the small cable extension to headphone cable.

I just wish this app was updated so we can use the iPhone camera so we can use external flash. I’d love to set the iso, shutter, aperture on the iPhone app and connect it with an external flash. Maybe use the slow motion video to determine the sync delay so when the app fires, it captures the flash!

I’m sure more triggers would sell if that was possible!!!

### 2/5 — Doesn’t work with iOS 14

*2021-06-11, version 4.1.9*

Please update the app. It doesn’t do anything with my iPhone X using iOS 14.

### 5/5 — I’m back on board...

*2019-10-11*

Noticed the update and going to pull the dongle out the cupboard!

### 5/5 — Excellent App

*2019-04-10, version 4.1.8*

We have used nearly every feature in this app with the TriggerTrap Dongle, TriggerTrap flash adapter, and Canon cameras. 

We have been able to catch pellets in mid-air as they exit a water balloon, photograph multiple angles at the same moment of a balloon bursting from a pellet, the HDR settings, time-lapse, and more.

I have contacted TriggerTrap support asking for specific information regarding actual flash delay on my specific phone, the iPhone 6+. A response came immediately stating they would check into it and then a day later I had the average durations with airplane mode enabled and disabled. Really can't beat that level of service.

We have used the TriggerTrap flash adapter with Yongnuo flashes and triggers without issue. 

I highly recommend this app and accessories for your photographic needs.

### 5/5 — Thankful

*2019-03-30, version 4.1.7*

Very happily surprised this app continues to be updated although the hardware is no longer sold. It allows me to continue to enjoy my purchase years ago.

Thank you!

### 1/5 — No such thing as WiFi trigger now.

*2019-03-27*

This was a great bit of kit for my camera when I bought it. 
But now the WiFi trigger feature doesn’t work at all... I recommended this to a lot of my friends and bought different cables for all my cameras just before the company liquidated.

What a waste of everyone’s money now, all because the developers can’t be bothered keeping on top of the app.

### 5/5 — Life after death

*2019-01-04*

Although Triggertrap have gone bust, we have a skilled and generous person continuing with software development.  Thank you for your support.  It is invaluable.

### 1/5 — Deceptive item

*2018-11-17, version 4.1.6*

Great idea, until you try to use it, and then find you have to buy a 30 odd dollar connector for your camera to work.

### 5/5 — Happy me

*2018-10-10*

Work great! Very happy...! 😉

### 1/5 — No longer works for Sony a6000

*2018-10-06*

I used to use this for star trails and time lapse but the new version just shoots the first picture now and I can’t figure out why. I wish you could reinstall old versions.

## Frequently asked questions about Triggertrap Mobile

### What does Triggertrap Mobile do?

Triggertrap Mobile is a camera remote application that allows you to trigger your camera using various sensors and modes. It offers creative ways to capture images, including advanced timelapse and HDR photography features, and extended exposure control.

### What are the key features of Triggertrap Mobile?

Key features include sensor-based triggering (sound, vibration, motion, facial recognition), multiple timelapse modes like TimeWarp and Star Trail, Long Exposure HDR capabilities, and tools like a Solar Calculator and ND Calculator. It also supports simple cable release and self-timer functions.

### How much does Triggertrap Mobile cost?

The application is a paid app. The provided data indicates it is not free and does not have in-app purchases or ads, suggesting a one-time purchase price for the full functionality.

### What equipment do I need to use Triggertrap Mobile?

Crucially, Triggertrap Mobile requires the Triggertrap Mobile Dongle to connect your camera to your device. Without this specific hardware accessory, the app cannot function to control your camera.

### What are some common use cases for Triggertrap Mobile?

Common use cases include capturing stunning night sky images with Star Trail mode, creating dynamic timelapses of moving subjects or landscapes, experimenting with long exposure photography, and using sensor triggers for unique action shots or to catch candid moments.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.1.9 — 2019-10-10

Updated for iOS 13, and Dark Mode.

It's old news to us, but it seems that the rest of the world has caught-on - using a bright display in dim light hurts your eyes! We knew that years ago, and we also realized that the backlight of your iPhone can sometimes give off unnecessary light affecting the photo you're trying to take. Because of this, we introduced Night Mode - a setting to change the colors and theme of the app.

With the introduction of Dark Mode in iOS 13, we've updated our Night Mode to work with the system settings. Now, if you have Dark Mode enabled Triggertrap Mobile will automatically adapt to choose the correct theme.

Enjoy ~ Alex & Ross.

### 4.1.8 — 2019-04-10

Addresses the keyboard clipping issues on the iPhone X and iPad Pro model devices, as well as under-the-hood improvements and stability fixes.

Enjoy ~ Alex & Ross.

### 4.1.7 — 2019-01-02

Continued performance improvements and updates to the UI, fixing issues when using the app in landscape orientation - especially for the iPhone X, XS and XR.

Enjoy ~ Alex & Ross.

### 4.1.6 — 2018-10-09

This update resolves a critical issue introduced in the previous release (4.1.5). Some users had reported timelapse and bulb modes not triggering as expected. If you find any other problems, please reach out and let us know.

Enjoy ~ Alex & Ross.

### 4.1.5 — 2018-10-03

We've continued with improvements for iPhone X users, fixing some of the design issues, improving the style of night mode and squashing some minor bugs.

Enjoy ~ Alex & Ross.

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All apps by Ross Gibson: https://appshunter.io/developer/1366177156

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