# Pixel+ Camera vs RCam

The clearest difference is rating: RCam at 4.5 against Pixel+ Camera's 3.5. RCam also leads on review sentiment (69% vs 45%). Pixel+ Camera's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 11.0). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Pixel+ Camera sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and RCam sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

RCam holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 78 and 77 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 45% of Pixel+ Camera's written reviews are positive against 69% of RCam's.

Pixel+ Camera ships an update every 2 weeks, RCam every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pixel+ Camera | RCam |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.5 (78 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pixel-plus-camera/id1101572348/reviews) | **[4.5 (77 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rcam-manual-camera-and-raw/id1438439519/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **78** | 77 |
| Positive reviews | 44.7% of reviews | **69.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 84 MB | 182 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 11.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [AverSys Mobile](https://appshunter.io/developer/476346565) | [桐明 陈](https://appshunter.io/developer/1197339496) |

## What reviewers say

### Pixel+ Camera

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pixel-plus-camera/id1101572348)

Transform your phone into a feature-rich camera with versatile shooting modes and manual controls. Apply 30 live filters in real-time and enhance your photos with a built-in editor. Offers advanced features for both casual and professional photographers.

**Highlights:** Multiple shooting modes (landscape, macro, sports, night, etc.), 30 live filters with real-time preview, Manual controls for shutter speed, ISO, white balance, and focus, Focus assist for precise manual focusing, Continuous shooting (timelapse), In-app photo editor with enhancement tools, Smart dial for quick access to settings

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Scene Modes | $4.99 | one-time |
| Premium Filters | $4.99 | one-time |
| Essential Pack Promo | $5.99 | one-time |
| Essential Pack | $7.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Nice interface
- 👍 Love presets (FIXIE, lovey, food)
- 👍 Good design
- 👍 Amazing app
- 👍 Makes things easier

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Modifies original image
- 🐛 Macro requires premium
- 🐛 Sales screen pops up
- 🐛 Everything locked
- 🐛 Paid features removed

**Reported bugs**

- Modifies original image directly
- Macro requires premium upgrade
- Sales screen keeps popping up
- Purchased features still locked
- Previous paid features removed after update

**Requested features**

- Add aperture
- Add video mode
- Integrate videos & photos when videoing
- Focus picking
- Split focus and exposure points


### RCam

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rcam-manual-camera-and-raw/id1438439519)

This app offers advanced manual controls for video and photo recording, including focus peaking, false color, and RAW format support. Explore various shooting modes like slow motion, time-lapse, and night mode to enhance your creative output.

**Highlights:** Manual focus peaking and exposure control, RAW and PRORAW photo export, Multiple video resolutions and frame rates, Specialized shooting modes (slow motion, time-lapse), Focus, exposure, and white balance lock, Active video anti-shake

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly VIP | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly VIP | $4.99 | per month |
| 3 DAY FREE TRIAL | $8.99 | per year |
| Yearly VIP | $8.99 | per year |
| Permanent  VIP | $12.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pixel+ Camera free?

Pixel+ Camera is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is RCam free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Pixel+ Camera or RCam?

RCam is rated higher. Pixel+ Camera averages 3.5 out of 5 from 78 ratings, while RCam averages 4.5 from 77 ratings.

### Do Pixel+ Camera or RCam have ads?

Neither Pixel+ Camera nor RCam shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Pixel+ Camera or RCam?

Pixel+ Camera ships an update every 2 weeks, and RCam every 2 months. Most recently, Pixel+ Camera was updated on October 24, 2026 and RCam on October 26, 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.*