Comparison

ShutterCount Mobile vs Shutter+ Canon Camera Remote

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

Head to head
About

ShutterCount Mobile

This app reads the shutter actuation count for Canon, Nikon, and Pentax digital cameras. It helps determine a camera's usage, check if a pre-owned item is truly new, and avoid service center trips. Features include unlimited readings, wear indicators, and history logging.

Highlights
  • Unlimited shutter count readings
  • Shutter wear indicator
  • History logging in CSV format
  • Live View and electronic shutter counters (optional)
  • Graphing and shutter life forecasting (optional)
  • Canon EOS camera management (optional)
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*** The original, most feature-rich and only iOS shutter count reader that works with all new Canons *** ShutterCount displays the number of shutter actuations (the shutter count) of your Canon EOS, Nikon or Pentax digital camera - see the complete list of certified models below. The shutter count is read directly from USB or Wi-Fi connected Canons, and from image files for Nikon and Pentax cameras. With ShutterCount you can easily check whether a newly purchased camera is really new, or how heavily used a pre-owned item is. And you can save a trip to a service center by doing the reading for yourself. BASE FEATURES • Unlimited readings • Counter for still photos • Wear indicator with numeric and graphical rated shutter life percentage display • History logging to track camera usage; logs are stored in CSV format that can be imported into Numbers or Excel for further processing • Reports in plain text format • Wizard to guide you through the reading process LIVE VIEW PACK (optional in-app purchase supporting select Canon models) • Counters for live view/videos and electronic shutter • Distribution chart PLUS PACK (optional in-app purchase) • Graphing • Shutter life forecasting (not available for some Nikon and Pentax models) • History deduplication • Canon EOS camera management (date/time sync, owner name editing, copyright information setting, outdated firmware warning, IPTC export/import) • Raw copyright information display and secure personal data wiping for Canons CERTIFIED CAMERAS USB connection (requires a Lightning to USB Camera Adapter or a USB-C equipped iPad; Wi-Fi on the camera must be disabled): • Canon 1D4/1DC/1DX/1DX2/1DX3/5D2/5D3/5D4/5DS/5DSR/6D/6D2/7D/7D2/40D/50D/60D/60Da/70D/77D/80D/90D/100D/200D/200D2/250D/450D/500D/550D/600D/650D/700D/750D/760D/800D/850D/1000D/1100D/1200D/1300D/1500D/2000D/3000D/4000D/8000D/9000D/C50/M6II/M50/M50II/R/R1/R3/R5/R5C/R5II/R6/R6II/R6III/R7/R8/R10/R50/R100/Ra/RP; Kiss F/M/M2/X2/X3/X4/X5/X6i/X7/X7i/X8i/X9/X9i/X10/X10i/X50/X70/X80/X90; Rebel SL1/SL2/SL3/T1i/T2i/T3/T3i/T4i/T5/T5i/T6/T6i/T6s/T7/T7i/T8i/T100/XS/XSi Wi-Fi/Ethernet connection is supported using built-in networking or Canon transmitters on the above cameras having the "EOS Utility" function. The camera must be paired directly with ShutterCount using this function. Image files: • Nikon D2H/D2X/D2Xs/D3/D3S/D3X/D4/D4S/D5/D6/D40/D40X/D50/D60/D70/D70s/D80/D90/D200/D300/D300S/D500/D600/D610/D700/D750/D780/D800/D800E/D810/D850/D3000/D3100/D3200/D3300/D3400/D3500/D5000/D5100/D5200/D5300/D5500/D5600/D7000/D7100/D7200/D7500/Df/Z5/Z5II/Z6/Z6II/Z6III/Z7/Z7II/Z8/Z9/Z30/Z50/Z50II/Zf/Zfc/ZR; 1 AW1/J1/J3/J4/J5/V1/V2/V3; Coolpix A • Pentax *istDL/*istDL2/645D/645Z/K1/K1II/K3/K3II/K3III/K3IIIMono/K5/K5II/K5IIs/K7/K10D/K20D/K30/K50/K70/K100D/K100D Super/K200D/K500/K2000/Km/KP/Kr/KS1/KS2/Kx Cameras not listed here are not supported. FOR DETAILED COMPATIBILITY INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT: https://www.direstudio.com/shuttercount/tech-specs Questions? Problems? Check out the Getting Started Guide (https://www.direstudio.com/shuttercount/getting-started), the FAQ (https://www.direstudio.com/shuttercount/faq), or contact our support by tapping Report a Problem on the More tab! DISCLAIMER: The app displays the camera's internal counter. DIRE Studio is not responsible for how well and accurately the camera maintains that counter. The forecast is calculated based on your previous usage, and will change if you use the camera differently in the future.

About

Shutter+ Canon Camera Remote

Remotely control Canon EOS and PowerShot cameras for professional photography. Features include wireless or USB connection, photo browsing and download, composition aids, exposure tools, and intervalometer for time-lapses and self-portraits.

Highlights
  • Wireless and USB camera connection
  • Browse, filter, and download photos
  • Composition aids and grid overlays
  • Advanced exposure tools (histogram, zebras)
  • Exposure bracketing and BULB support
  • Intervalometer for time-lapses
  • Low battery usage optimization
Features
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Remote control for Canon EOS and PowerShot cameras. Capture flawless self-portraits, breathtaking travel shots, professional real-estate photos, stunning time-lapses, and more. (See a list of supported camera models at the end of this description.) WHY YOU’LL LOVE SHUTTER+ • Connect wirelessly or use a USB cable. • Easily browse, filter and download photos from the camera. • Compose perfect shots with aspect ratios and grid overlays. • Nail down exposure with tools like RGB, histogram, zebras and false color. • Exposure bracketing & BULB support. • Include yourself in the photo - configurable delay and interval for repeated capture (intervalometer). • Audio cues for countdown and shutter. • Optimized for low battery usage. PERFECT FOR EVERY PHOTOGRAPHER Self-portraits & group shots Set the timer, join the scene, and let Shutter+ take multiple frames so everyone looks their best. Travel photography Capture sunrises, sunsets, and landmark shots — no strangers, no cut-off limbs. Real-estate & interiors Use composition tools to line up the shot, and exposure bracketing to preserve detail in bright and dark areas. Astrophotography Stack multiple exposures for sharp, noise-free images of the Milky Way and Northern Lights. Social media & lifestyle Compose, pose, and shoot as many takes as you want — without relying on anyone else. SUPPORTED CAMERAS Canon EOS R-series: R, Ra, RP, R1, R3, R5 (I, II), R5 C, R6 (I, II, III), R6 V, R7, R8, R10, R50, R50 V, R100 Canon EOS M-series: M10, M100, M200, M5, M50 (I, II), M6 (I, II) Canon EOS Rebel: SL2, SL3, T100, T6, T6i, T6s, T7, T7i, T8i Canon EOS DSLRs 5D IV, 6D (I, II), 70D, 77D, 80D, 90D, 200D (I, II), 250D, 750D, 760D, 800D, 850D, 1300D, 1500D, 2000D, 3000D, 4000D, 8000D, 9000D Canon EOS Kiss: M, M2, X10, X10i, X80, X8i, X9, X90, X9i Canon PowerShot V1, G1 X III, G5 X II, G7X (II, III), G9X II SX420 HS, SX430 IS, SX432 IS, SX540 HS, SX620 HS SX70 HS, SX720 HS, SX730 HS, SX740 HS Terms of use: https://shutter.dev/legal/terms Canon, EOS R, EOS M, EOS Kiss, EOS Rebel, PowerShot are registered trademarks of Canon, Inc.

Screenshots

ShutterCount Mobile4 screens
Shutter+ Canon Camera Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Shutter+ Canon Camera Remote at Free against ShutterCount Mobile's $9.99. Shutter+ Canon Camera Remote also leads on rating (4.5 vs 3.3) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months). ShutterCount Mobile's advantage is chart position (#43 vs unranked). On review sentiment, 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

Shutter+ Canon Camera Remote is free to download; ShutterCount Mobile costs $9.99 up front. ShutterCount Mobile sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Shutter+ Canon Camera Remote sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $3.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Shutter+ Canon Camera Remote holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Shutter+ Canon Camera Remote has 910 ratings behind it against 66, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 55% and 55% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ShutterCount Mobile ships an update every 3 months, Shutter+ Canon Camera Remote every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 12, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
ShutterCount Mobile versus Shutter+ Canon Camera Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShutterCount MobileShutter+ Canon Camera Remote
Price$9.99Free — better
Rating3.3 (66 ratings)4.5 (910 ratings) — better
Positive reviews54.5% of reviews54.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings66910 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#43 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS15.6 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB98 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDIRE StudioCamera Control Apps sp. z o.o.

Customer experience

ShutterCount Mobile

All ratings66 ratings
Positive56.1%
Neutral7.6%
Negative36.4%
Written reviews121 reviews
Positive54.5%
Neutral1.7%
Negative43.8%

Shutter+ Canon Camera Remote

All ratings910 ratings
Positive89.1%
Neutral2.4%
Negative8.5%
Written reviews166 reviews
Positive54.8%
Neutral3.6%
Negative41.6%

User reviews

ShutterCount Mobile

From 66 App Store ratings

What we love

  • ✅ Works reliably when properly configured
  • ⚡ Quick shutter count retrieval (5 minutes or less)
  • 💰 One-time purchase, no recurring fees
  • 📱 Compatible with multiple Canon camera models
  • 🎯 Accurate shutter count readings

Room to improve

  • 🔌 Complex connection setup process
  • ❌ High failure rate for certain camera models
  • 📚 Vague and unclear instructions for beginners
  • 💸 Expensive for a single-purpose utility app
  • 🚫 Limited camera model compatibility

Shutter+ Canon Camera Remote

From 910 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Easy to use
  • 👍 Great features
  • 🚀 Seamless connectivity
  • 👍 Helpful support
  • 🚀 Impressive developer responses

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Connectivity issues
  • 🐛 Laggy performance
  • 💰 Expensive subscription
  • 🐛 Compatibility problems
  • 🐛 Unreliable connection

Bugs and requests

ShutterCount Mobile

Reported bugs

11 issues
  • WiFi pairing fails on certain camera models
  • App doesn't connect despite correct configuration
  • Shutter count displays as zero on mobile version
  • Inconsistent readings between mobile and desktop versions
  • Connection timeout issues lasting 30+ minutes
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  • Incompatibility with 5GHz WiFi networks
  • Camera not detected in pairing wizard
  • USB connection not working with newer iPhones
  • App crashes during connection process
  • Cannot differentiate between mechanical and non-mechanical actuations
  • Bug in latest camera firmware prevents reading shutter count

Requested features

9 requests
  • Clearer, more detailed step-by-step instructions per camera model
  • German language version
  • Improved error messages with troubleshooting guidance
  • Support for non-mechanical actuation differentiation
  • Lower price point ($2.99-$3.99 range)
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  • Better documentation for USB connection method
  • In-app tutorial or wizard improvements
  • Support for older Canon camera models (60D, 5D Classic, T5, 30D)
  • Automatic camera detection without manual pairing

Shutter+ Canon Camera Remote

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Inability to connect to certain camera models
  • Dropped connections
  • Inconsistent performance
  • Shutter mode resets to continuous
  • No video mode support

Requested features

5 requests
  • Remote video control
  • Direct camera gallery access
  • Ability to delete photos from app
  • Landscape mode
  • Customizable exposure bracketing

In-app purchases

3 purchases

ShutterCount Mobile

One-time3
  • Feature Level 6 to 7 Upgrade$1.99
  • Live View Pack$5.00
  • Plus Pack$7.00
6 purchases

Shutter+ Canon Camera Remote

Subscriptions4
  • Monthly$3.491 Month
  • Monthly$4.491 Month
  • Annual7 Days trial$24.991 Year
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  • Annual7 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime$65.00
  • Lifetime$79.00

Questions

Is ShutterCount Mobile free?
ShutterCount Mobile costs $9.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Shutter+ Canon Camera Remote free?
Shutter+ Canon Camera Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, ShutterCount Mobile or Shutter+ Canon Camera Remote?
Shutter+ Canon Camera Remote is rated higher. ShutterCount Mobile averages 3.3 out of 5 from 66 ratings, while Shutter+ Canon Camera Remote averages 4.5 from 910 ratings.
Do ShutterCount Mobile or Shutter+ Canon Camera Remote have ads?
Neither ShutterCount Mobile nor Shutter+ Canon Camera Remote shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ShutterCount Mobile or Shutter+ Canon Camera Remote?
ShutterCount Mobile ships an update every 3 months, and Shutter+ Canon Camera Remote every 2 weeks. Most recently, ShutterCount Mobile was updated on October 12, 2026 and Shutter+ Canon Camera Remote on October 12, 2026.

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