# MaxCurve vs Hipstamatic® Analog Camera

The clearest difference is price: Hipstamatic® Analog Camera at Free against MaxCurve's $0.99. Hipstamatic® Analog Camera also leads on ratings volume (2.8K vs 923). MaxCurve's advantage is review sentiment (81% vs 39%) and in-app purchases (none vs 3). On rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Hipstamatic® Analog Camera is free to download; MaxCurve costs $0.99 up front. Hipstamatic® Analog Camera sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. MaxCurve asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for MaxCurve against 4.6 for Hipstamatic® Analog Camera. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 923 and 2.8K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 81% of MaxCurve's written reviews are positive against 39% of Hipstamatic® Analog Camera's.

MaxCurve ships an update every 4 weeks, Hipstamatic® Analog Camera monthly. Both last shipped on November 2, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | MaxCurve | Hipstamatic® Analog Camera |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $0.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.7 (923 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/maxcurve/id1048026594/reviews)** | [4.6 (2.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hipstamatic-analog-camera/id1450672436/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 923 | **2.8K** |
| Positive reviews | **80.5% of reviews** | 39.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 112 MB | 184 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 18.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [晓东 王](https://appshunter.io/developer/1083287354) | [Hipstamatic, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/342115567) |

## What reviewers say

### MaxCurve

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/maxcurve/id1048026594)

This professional photo editor offers advanced curve editing with 28 unique curve types, surpassing even desktop software. It includes a manual camera, HDR, layers, masks, and blend modes for detailed image reconstruction and artistic expression.

**Highlights:** 28 comprehensive curve editing tools, Pro manual camera controls, Layer management with blend modes, Masking and channel adjustments, HDR and vignette tools, Sync with Photoshop via Wi-Fi

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Powerful photo editing capabilities
- 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly interface
- 🎨 Excellent color correction and curve tools
- 💻 Great for desktop and mobile editing
- 🖌️ Versatile layering and blending options

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and stability issues
- 🔁 Lack of updates and bug fixes
- 📱 Compatibility problems with newer devices/OS
- 💰 Concerns about in-app purchases and subscription model
- 🤔 Steep learning curve for some advanced features

**Reported bugs**

- Lower interface elements being cut off
- Filter masks appearing misaligned
- Photos disappearing after editing
- Frequent, unpredictable crashes

**Requested features**

- Local masking and selective editing tools
- Levels and histogram adjustments
- Skin smoothing and portrait enhancement
- Improved undo/redo functionality
- Expanded RAW file support


### Hipstamatic® Analog Camera

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hipstamatic-analog-camera/id1450672436)

This app simulates shooting with a vintage analog film camera, applying effects like lenses and films before you take the photo. Explore over a thousand unique analog combinations and connect with a community of photographers without algorithms or ads.

**Highlights:** Analog film camera simulation, Pre-shoot effect application, 1000+ lens and film combinations, Chronological community feed, No ads or algorithms, Photo challenges and stamps

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hipstamatic Camera Club | $7.99 | per month |
| Hipstamatic Camera Club | $19.99 | per 6 months |
| Hipstamatic Camera Club | $29.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Simple and intuitive interface
- 👍 Variety of creative filters and effects
- 💡 Ability to create custom camera presets
- 🤩 Fun and engaging community features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Locked features behind paywall
- 😞 Loss of previous purchases and customizations
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and stability issues
- 💸 Expensive subscription model

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to save custom camera presets
- Inconsistent behavior when editing photos
- Syncing issues with photo library and cloud storage

**Requested features**

- Ability to import photos from camera roll
- Option to change aspect ratio beyond square format
- Restore previous purchases and customizations
- Improved search and organization for lenses/films


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MaxCurve free?

MaxCurve costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Hipstamatic® Analog Camera free?

Hipstamatic® Analog Camera is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, MaxCurve or Hipstamatic® Analog Camera?

MaxCurve is rated higher. MaxCurve averages 4.7 out of 5 from 923 ratings, while Hipstamatic® Analog Camera averages 4.6 from 2.8K ratings.

### Do MaxCurve or Hipstamatic® Analog Camera have ads?

Neither MaxCurve nor Hipstamatic® Analog Camera shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, MaxCurve or Hipstamatic® Analog Camera?

MaxCurve ships an update every 4 weeks, and Hipstamatic® Analog Camera monthly. Most recently, MaxCurve was updated on November 2, 2026 and Hipstamatic® Analog Camera on November 2, 2026.

---

*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*