Qlippie vs The Simple Camera
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Qlippie
This compact, wearable camera captures high-definition video and still photos. Connect wirelessly to a smartphone app to control shooting modes, apply filters, edit content, and share moments instantly.
- Wearable HD camera
- Wireless app control
- Live view functionality
- Multiple shooting modes (time-lapse, slow-motion, video, photo)
- Photo and video editing tools
- Instant social media sharing
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Qlippie is a dressable HD camera and ultra lightweight at only 45g, with the built-in rechargeable lithium battery and 32GB internal high-speed flash memory. Measuring less than 48mm on each side and only about the thickness of 19.6mm, Qlippie is small in size, yet it capable of recording time-lapse, slow motion and 1080p video, as well as 8MP still photography. With its extreme small size, the clip-and-go design allows you to shoot anytime and anywhere. The powerful battery performance empowers you to record video at 720p at 30fps continuously for over 2 hours in a single full charge. Immerse yourself in the Qlippie app that is connected via the Qlippie camera’s built-in Wi-Fi, allows you to wirelessly control the camera, live view, shoot video and photos in different modes. Edit and enhances your photos with the in-app filters, and share instantly to Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and more. An aluminum clip on the back of the camera allows you to attach directly to your clothes or a bag strap so it's ready at a moment's notice. To reflect your personal style, 13 decorative stickers are included, letting you to express yourself while capturing your precious daily memories. App Remote Control and Sharing The Qlippie app allows you to control the camera from your smartphone. You may choose from time-lapse, slow motion, video, and photo shooting modes for your videography and photography. You can also apply built-in filters to enhance your images, correct image orientation, and one-click to share your life moments to popular social networks. Features - Remotely control the camera with the in-app live view - 4 different modes of shooting, time-lapse, slo-mo, video and photo - Photo editing tool with the built-in filters - Video editing tool - Instant share to social networks
The Simple Camera
Capture high-quality photos and videos with a minimalist interface. This app offers intuitive controls, supports multiple camera lenses, and integrates with Apple Watch for quick access.
- High quality photos (48MP)
- Live photos and videos
- Minimal User Interface
- Support UltraWide/Wide/Telephoto
- Apple Watch support
- Lock screen widget launch
- Lockable focus and exposure
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SIMPLE IS THE BEST. This is the most simple camera on our planet. - High quality photos(48MP), live photos and videos. - Minimal User Interface and sophisticated feature. - Easy and Intuitive to use. - Support UltraWide / Wide / Telephoto camera - Launch-able from Lock screen widget. - Lockable focus and exposure. - Free App but almost no ads.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Qlippie at 5.0 against The Simple Camera's 4.5. Qlippie also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). The Simple Camera's advantage is ratings volume (206 vs 1) and update cadence (weekly vs monthly). On price and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. The Simple Camera sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Qlippie asks for nothing beyond the download.
Qlippie holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: The Simple Camera has 206 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Qlippie ships an update monthly, The Simple Camera weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Qlippie | The Simple Camera |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | 4.5 (206 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | — | 55.3% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 206 — better |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 8.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 53 MB | 24 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Tencent Technology (Shanghai) Company Limited | KANAME OHARA |
Customer experience
Qlippie
The Simple Camera
Bugs and requests
Qlippie
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
The Simple Camera
Reported bugs
23 issues- App crashes on startup
- Camera access button not working
- Cannot switch between front and rear cameras
- App freezes or closes unexpectedly
- Photos not saving
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- App not launching after permission granted
- Feature broken: no longer goes to landscape with Apple TV
- Focus problems, blurry photos
- 48MP setting disables zoom
- Vertical/horizontal orientation detection issues
- Widget icon disappeared after update
- Video focus issues
- Shutter button placement issues
- Volume buttons not working for shutter
- App reverts to free mode after purchase
- App crashes after update
- Silent mode not working
- Shutter sound randomly plays
- Ads appearing during critical moments
- In-app purchase not unlocking full version
- App not saving photos after processing
- Accelerometer metadata corrupted, causing orientation issues in other apps
- 1:1 square shooting results in vertical shift
Requested features
14 requests- Add 24MP resolution option
- Improve zoom functionality and buttons
- Option to switch between main, telephoto, and ultra-wide lenses at 48MP
- Add option to always have shutter sound on or off
- Allow saving to custom albums
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- Implement portrait mode
- Add Timelapse and Panorama features
- Add option to toggle adjustable exposure/brightness square
- Support for cinematic mode
- Add option to change app icon
- Mirror effect for front camera
- VGA resolution setting
- Improve QR code reader functionality
- Allow setting as default camera app
In-app purchases
Qlippie
No in-app purchases
The Simple Camera
- Full feature option$5.99
