# ShutterCount Mobile vs Photography Pal

The clearest difference is price: Photography Pal at $1.99 against ShutterCount Mobile's $9.99. Photography Pal also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3). ShutterCount Mobile's advantage is iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18.4). On update cadence, ads, chart position and device support there is nothing between them.

ShutterCount Mobile costs $9.99 and Photography Pal $1.99 up front. ShutterCount Mobile sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Photography Pal asks for nothing beyond the download.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ShutterCount Mobile | Photography Pal |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $9.99 | **$1.99** |
| Rating | **[3.3 (66 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shuttercount-mobile/id1084325249/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **66** | — |
| Positive reviews | 55.6% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Best chart rank | **#73** | #196 |
| Size | 5 MB | 20 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 18.4 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [DIRE Studio](https://appshunter.io/developer/362492883) | [Luminous Bit Dance, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1825405889) |

## What reviewers say

### ShutterCount Mobile

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shuttercount-mobile/id1084325249)

**Currently charting:** #73 Top Paid · Photo & Video (US App Store)

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)

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Feature Level 6 to 7 Upgrade | $1.99 | one-time |
| Live View Pack | $5.00 | one-time |
| Plus Pack | $7.00 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ✅ 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

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔌 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

**Reported bugs**

- 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

**Requested features**

- 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)


### Photography Pal

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photography-pal/id6748355479)

**Currently charting:** #196 Top Paid · Photo & Video (US App Store)

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ShutterCount Mobile free?

ShutterCount Mobile costs $9.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Photography Pal free?

Photography Pal costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Do ShutterCount Mobile or Photography Pal have ads?

Neither ShutterCount Mobile nor Photography Pal shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, ShutterCount Mobile or Photography Pal?

ShutterCount Mobile ships an update every 3 months, and Photography Pal every 3 months. Most recently, ShutterCount Mobile was updated on November 2, 2026 and Photography Pal on October 28, 2026.

### Which is more popular, ShutterCount Mobile or Photography Pal?

ShutterCount Mobile currently peaks at #73 in the App Store charts, and Photography Pal at #196. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*