# The Simple Camera vs Camera+ I Pro Camera & Editor

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Camera+ I Pro Camera & Editor at 12K against The Simple Camera's 206. Camera+ I Pro Camera & Editor also leads on device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. The Simple Camera sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Camera+ I Pro Camera & Editor sells 18 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for The Simple Camera against 4.5 for Camera+ I Pro Camera & Editor. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Camera+ I Pro Camera & Editor has 12K ratings behind it against 206, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 55% of The Simple Camera's written reviews are positive against 50% of Camera+ I Pro Camera & Editor's.

The Simple Camera ships an update weekly, Camera+ I Pro Camera & Editor every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | The Simple Camera | Camera+ I Pro Camera & Editor |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (206 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-simple-camera/id1048899002/reviews)** | [4.5 (12K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/camera-plus-i-pro-camera-and-editor/id1313580627/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 206 | **12K** |
| Positive reviews | **55.3% of reviews** | 50.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 24 MB | 352 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [KANAME OHARA](https://appshunter.io/developer/899986346) | [Heavy Plumb Apps, SOCIEDAD LIMITADA](https://appshunter.io/developer/1684291057) |

## What reviewers say

### The Simple Camera

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-simple-camera/id1048899002)

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.

**Highlights:** 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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full feature option | $5.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and user-friendly interface
- 📸 High photo quality
- 🤫 Silent shooting capability
- 🚀 Fast performance
- 💡 Useful features like gridlines and Live Photo

**What reviewers complain about**

- ❌ Ads in free version
- 📉 Quality not as good as native app
- ❓ Inconsistent silent mode functionality
- 😵 Occasional crashes and freezes
- 📱 Compatibility issues with newer devices

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on startup
- Camera access button not working
- Cannot switch between front and rear cameras
- App freezes or closes unexpectedly
- Photos not saving

**Requested features**

- 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


### Camera+ I Pro Camera & Editor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/camera-plus-i-pro-camera-and-editor/id1313580627)

Capture and edit professional-quality photos with advanced camera presets and powerful editing tools. Enhance your images with AI-powered features and fine-tune every detail for stunning results.

**Highlights:** Advanced camera presets (Auto, Manual, RAW, Slow Shutter, Macro, Action), AI-powered Magic ML and UltraRes upscaling, Shooting assist options (Smile mode, Stabilizer, Burst, Timer), Comprehensive editing tools (exposure, shadows, sharpening), RAW image editing, Photo library integration

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (18)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Plan | $3.99 | per month |
| Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscription | $4.99 | per month |
| Camera + (Weekly) | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| premium | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly offer | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| premium | $11.99 | per month |
| Yearly Plan | $17.99 | per year |
| Monthly | $17.99 | per month |
| Premium Camera + Forever | $34.99 | per year |
| Camera+ Yearly | $44.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $69.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $69.99 | per year |
| Tip | $2.99 | one-time |
| Purchase | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent camera controls
- 👍 Intuitive and easy to use
- 🚀 Fast and responsive
- 👍 Powerful editing features
- 👍 Reliable and consistent performance

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches after updates
- 💰 Subscription model for full features
- 🔒 Requires internet connection to function
- 🔒 Difficulty restoring previous purchases
- 🐛 Inconsistent performance and stability issues

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes or freezes on launch
- Inability to save edited photos
- Macro mode not working as expected
- Orientation lock not functioning properly
- Panorama feature producing black images

**Requested features**

- Offline mode for full functionality
- Improved RAW image support
- Seamless integration with photo library
- More granular control over camera settings
- Timelapse and slow-motion video features


## Frequently asked questions

### Is The Simple Camera free?

The Simple Camera is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Camera+ I Pro Camera & Editor free?

Camera+ I Pro Camera & Editor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, The Simple Camera or Camera+ I Pro Camera & Editor?

The Simple Camera is rated higher. The Simple Camera averages 4.5 out of 5 from 206 ratings, while Camera+ I Pro Camera & Editor averages 4.5 from 12K ratings.

### Do The Simple Camera or Camera+ I Pro Camera & Editor have ads?

Both The Simple Camera and Camera+ I Pro Camera & Editor show ads.

### Which is updated more often, The Simple Camera or Camera+ I Pro Camera & Editor?

The Simple Camera ships an update weekly, and Camera+ I Pro Camera & Editor every 2 weeks. Most recently, The Simple Camera was updated on October 15, 2026 and Camera+ I Pro Camera & Editor on October 16, 2026.

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