Comparison

Wristcam vs Profoto Camera

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

Head to head
About

Wristcam

This app enables video calls, voice calls, and live video messaging directly from your Apple Watch, offering a new way to communicate. It also allows for quick video capture and sharing, even without your phone nearby. For device owners, it provides full management and media access.

Highlights
  • Video calls on Apple Watch
  • Voice calls on Apple Watch
  • Live video messaging
  • Quick video capture and share
  • Device management and media import
  • Siri Shortcuts integration
Features
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The only communication app that gives you absolute freedom with your Apple Watch!  Video calls, voice calls, and live video messaging are available on your phone and watch today, no additional hardware is required! It's the must-have app for every watch owner and anyone who has friends with the apple watch and wants to be able to connect at any time. Wristcam now allows you to make and receive video and audio calls from your iPhone or Apple Watch, watchOS7.0 or later is required. Integrated with some of the new exciting features supported on WatchOS9: - Native VOIP support for audio calls - Quickly shoot a video from your Watch and share it using the newly available share screen (integrates to Messages and email). No Wristcam? Just share your invite using the native share screen. For Wristcam device owners, this app will let you also manage the device (setup, connect, import full quality media, perform upgrades, and more) through the following tabs: - News - videos and content that will help you make the most of your Wristcam experience - Gallery - a preview of media on the device and access to the full quality media, including the option to quickly import and share. - Edit - run quick edits on your photo before sharing - Setup & maintenance, including the option to export high-quality media directly to your photos app. From runners to surfers to parents and more Wristcam lets you quickly capture and share moments live, even without a phone. Voice-powered with Siri Shortcuts and custom complications powering the capture experience. The wrist is the final frontier for the most personal video experiences. Apple Watch x Wristcam brings this dream to life.  There is nothing like it. Not one, two cameras. Massively Liberating and only 22 grams.

About

Profoto Camera

This app empowers ambitious creators to produce stunning images using their iPhone and Profoto lights. It offers two modes: Smart Mode for intuitive control over flash effects and mood, and Classic Mode for full manual control over settings and multiple flash units.

Highlights
  • Smart Mode with Contrast and Warmth controls
  • Classic Mode for full manual control
  • Flash power and color temperature adjustment
  • Support for multiple Profoto flash units
  • Computational photography enhancements
Features
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We developed the Profoto Camera for ambitious image creators who want to create amazing images using iPhone and Profoto lights. Key features*: Profoto Camera has two different modes, each one optimised for different needs. That way it will work better for you in different situations. SMART MODE: INNOVATIVE EASE OF USE Helps you create professional images with two innovative controls, powered by computational photography: - Go between natural and dramatic flash effect with “Contrast” control. - Control the mood of your photos with “Warmth” control. CLASSIC MODE: UNLEASH YOUR CREATIVITY Profoto Camera app gives you also full manual control over all features, such as flash power, color temperature, and camera settings. It also supports using multiple flash units simultaneously. Ultimately, Profoto Camera lets you be as creative as you can be. The world of smartphone photography just got bigger. LOOKING FOR PROFOTO CONTROL APP? Looking for remote control functionality when shooting with your traditional camera? Search App Store for “Profoto Control” and start using it! Please send your feedback and feature ideas to hello@profoto.com! Love, Profoto team. * Supported Profoto products: Profoto C1 Profoto C1 Plus Profoto A10 Profoto B10-series lights Profoto Pro-11

Screenshots

Wristcam4 screens
Profoto Camera4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Wristcam at 3.8 against Profoto Camera's 3.3. Wristcam also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Wristcam holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 3.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 44 and 38 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 33% of Wristcam's written reviews are positive against 39% of Profoto Camera's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Wristcam ships an update every 2 weeks, Profoto Camera every 3 months. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Wristcam versus Profoto Camera: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWristcamProfoto Camera
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.8 (44 ratings) — better3.3 (38 ratings)
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews39.1% of reviews — better
Number of ratings44 — better38
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple WatchiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch
Requires iOS15.415.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size131 MB77 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperENDLESS TECHNOLOGIES LTDProfoto

Customer experience

Wristcam

All ratings43 ratings
Positive72.1%
Neutral2.3%
Negative25.6%
Written reviews24 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral4.2%
Negative62.5%

Profoto Camera

All ratings38 ratings
Positive52.6%
Neutral15.8%
Negative31.6%
Written reviews64 reviews
Positive39.1%
Neutral28.1%
Negative32.8%

In-app purchases

None

Wristcam

No in-app purchases

None

Profoto Camera

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Wristcam free?
Wristcam is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Profoto Camera free?
Profoto Camera is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Wristcam or Profoto Camera?
Wristcam is rated higher. Wristcam averages 3.8 out of 5 from 44 ratings, while Profoto Camera averages 3.3 from 38 ratings.
Do Wristcam or Profoto Camera have ads?
Neither Wristcam nor Profoto Camera shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Wristcam or Profoto Camera?
Wristcam ships an update every 2 weeks, and Profoto Camera every 3 months. Most recently, Wristcam was updated on October 24, 2026 and Profoto Camera on October 24, 2026.

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