# CYHY vs Retrograde

The clearest difference is rating: Retrograde at 5.0 against CYHY's 1.0. Retrograde also leads on ratings volume (10 vs 2). CYHY's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 9) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Retrograde sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. CYHY asks for nothing beyond the download.

Retrograde holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Retrograde has 10 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

CYHY ships an update monthly, Retrograde fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | CYHY | Retrograde |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cyhy/id1050101447/reviews) | **[5.0 (10 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/retrograde-disposable-camera/id6755075837/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **10** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Size | 85 MB | 144 MB |
| Requires iOS | **7.1** | 18.5 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [深圳市创艺慧云信息有限公司](https://appshunter.io/developer/1069607179) | [Art Gang LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1851747644) |

## What reviewers say

### CYHY

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cyhy/id1050101447)

This app connects to a car's advanced dashcam via Wi-Fi to stream live video, capture photos, and download recordings. It allows for custom settings and utilizes WDR technology for high-quality night vision and motion detection.

**Highlights:** Live video streaming, Photo capture, Video/photo download, Custom tachograph settings, WDR technology, Night vision, Motion detection

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Retrograde

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/retrograde-disposable-camera/id6755075837)

Capture memories with a vintage aesthetic, mimicking the experience of using a 90s disposable camera. Photos develop over time, adding an element of surprise and nostalgia to your everyday moments and travels. Share cameras with friends to create collaborative photo stories.

**Highlights:** Unique 80s/90s retro disposable cameras, Photos develop like real film, Vintage look and feel for each camera, Ideal travel camera for memories, Share cameras with friends for collaborative shooting, Regularly added new cameras and features

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Slow Roll Premium Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Premium Yearly | $24.99 | per year |
| Quad Burst Unlock | $0.99 | one-time |
| Bleach Unlock | $1.99 | one-time |
| Echo Chamber Unlock | $2.99 | one-time |
| Square Unlock | $2.99 | one-time |
| Premium Lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is CYHY free?

CYHY is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Retrograde free?

Retrograde is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, CYHY or Retrograde?

Retrograde is rated higher. CYHY averages 1.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Retrograde averages 5.0 from 10 ratings.

### Do CYHY or Retrograde have ads?

Neither CYHY nor Retrograde shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, CYHY or Retrograde?

CYHY ships an update monthly, and Retrograde fortnightly. Most recently, CYHY was updated on October 24, 2026 and Retrograde on October 28, 2026.

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