Comparison

camRE vs Discreet

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

camRE

Control your device's camera from another iOS device using Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. Adjust image and video quality, and set any photo as your background. No complex setup needed.

Highlights
  • Remote photo and video capture
  • Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity
  • Adjustable image/video quality
  • Set custom background images
  • No setup required
Features
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* Launch Promo 50% Off In-App Purchase * Simple and easy to use remote camera. Features: *Take photos and video remotely from any iOS device with camRE installed, using Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. *Not setup required. *Choose the image or video quality. *Choose any image to be you background.

About

Discreet

Capture photos and videos discreetly using a black screen or custom screen mode. Features include autofocus, image stabilization, 4K video, and Apple Watch control. Instantly launch the camera with a Lock Screen widget for quick access. Keep your media private with a secure, built-in gallery.

Highlights
  • Black screen camera mode
  • Customizable screen modes
  • Autofocus and image stabilization
  • 4K video recording
  • Apple Watch control
  • Lock Screen widget for instant launch
  • Private in-app gallery
Features
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The original top-rated Discreet Camera app for capturing photos and record videos discreetly without drawing attention. Thanks to the Black Screen Technology and the Custom Screen mode, you can shoot without lighting up your surroundings or interrupting the moment. Packed with powerful features—autofocus, image stabilization, burst mode, 4K video, Apple Watch control, and fully customizable commands—Discreet helps you capture sharp, well-composed shots even in challenging lighting. Never miss a moment: launch the camera instantly with the Lock Screen widget for quick access when timing matters. Whether you’re capturing a special memory without drawing attention or you simply prefer a more private, low-profile camera experience, Discreet is built for you. Perfect for concerts, live events, capturing evidences, street photography, and any situation where you don’t want a bright screen to disturb others, Discreet lets you capture photos and videos more subtly. Keep your photos and recordings private with a built-in gallery to store photos and videos safely. Your files are not uploaded to the cloud or to any server. Discover a better, more discreet way to capture the moments that matter with this secret camera recorder. Disclaimer: This app is not intended to violate the privacy of others. This is not a spy hidden camera . Please be aware of the laws in your area concerning using discreet image capturing devices and applications in your area. The developer of this application will not be held liable for the actions of any users. Always follow any applicable laws, rules, etc., regarding the use of imaging devices.

Screenshots

camRE2 screens
Discreet4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Discreet at 4.4 against camRE's 2.5. Discreet also leads on review sentiment (55% vs 15%) and ratings volume (2.1K vs 6). camRE's advantage is iOS requirement (7.0 vs 15.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. camRE sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Discreet sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Discreet holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 2.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Discreet has 2.1K ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 15% of camRE's written reviews are positive against 55% of Discreet's.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
camRE versus Discreet: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParametercamREDiscreet
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.5 (6 ratings)4.4 (2.1K ratings) — better
Positive reviews15.4% of reviews55.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings62.1K — better
Update frequency—Every 5 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS7.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size18 MB68 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJuan Garcia MontenegroMarco D'Amelio

Customer experience

camRE

All ratings6 ratings
Positive16.7%
Neutral33.3%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive15.4%
Neutral15.4%
Negative69.2%

Discreet

All ratings2,072 ratings
Positive83.4%
Neutral7.4%
Negative9.2%
Written reviews469 reviews
Positive55.4%
Neutral13.6%
Negative30.9%

Bugs and requests

camRE

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Discreet

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Video recording stops unexpectedly
  • Camera preview window cannot be disabled
  • Microphone permission required even for photos
  • Inconsistent video frame rates

Requested features

6 requests
  • Option to use custom wallpaper
  • Volume button controls
  • Zoom/wide-angle camera support
  • Higher video resolutions
  • Background recording
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  • Ability to recover deleted content

In-app purchases

1 purchases

camRE

One-time1
  • Unlock Everything + Remove Ads$1.99
1 purchases

Discreet

One-time1
  • Unlock all features$9.99

Questions

Is camRE free?
camRE is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Discreet free?
Discreet is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, camRE or Discreet?
Discreet is rated higher. camRE averages 2.5 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while Discreet averages 4.4 from 2.1K ratings.
Do camRE or Discreet have ads?
Neither camRE nor Discreet shows ads.

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