Comparison

SnapBridge vs TELLO

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

Head to head
About

SnapBridge

Wirelessly connect your compatible camera to your smart device for automatic photo downloads, remote camera control, and firmware updates. Easily manage and share your captured moments, and enhance your photography workflow.

Highlights
  • Automatic photo downloads
  • Remote camera control
  • View and download photos from camera
  • Pair with up to five cameras
  • Upload photos to NIKON IMAGE SPACE
  • Firmware update notifications
  • Download location data to camera
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Supported Digital Cameras as of October 2025 ZR, Z9, Z8, Z7II, Z7, Z6III, Z6II, Z6, Z5II, Z5, Zf, Zfc, Z50II, Z50, Z30, D6, D850, D780, D500, D7500, D5600, D3500, D3400, COOLPIX P1100, P1000, P950, A1000, A900, A300, B700, B500, B600, W300, W150, W100, KeyMission 80 The foregoing may include models not available in some regions. Be sure to update the camera firmware to the latest version. Use a computer to download the latest camera firmware from the Nikon Download Center. * According to your camera's model, you can download your camera's firmware via the SnapBridge app. http://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/ Principal Features - Once the camera is paired with your smart device, new photos can be downloaded automatically. - Adjust camera settings and take photos. - View the pictures on and download photos from the camera. - Use the app to pair the device with up to five cameras. - Automatically upload pictures taken with the camera to NIKON IMAGE SPACE (Note 1). - View downloaded photos or share them via e-mail or social media. - Add photo info or text to uploaded photos. - Download location data to the camera (Note 2) or set the camera clock to the time reported by the smart device. - Receive notifications of firmware updates for paired cameras. System Requirements iOS17.7, iOS18.7, iOS26.1 iPadOS17.7, iPadOS18.7, iPadOS26.1 iPhone 7 or later, iPad 5th or later, iPad mini 5th or later Bluetooth 4.0 or later There is no guarantee that this app will run on all devices. Notes - Note 1: Upload to NIKON IMAGE SPACE requires a Nikon ID. - Note 2: The GPS function runs continuously in the background, increasing the drain on the battery. The drain on the battery can be reduced by choosing power-saving mode. This feature is not recommended for use with devices not equipped with GPS. - If you are unable to download images or connect via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi after pairing, try one or more of the following solutions:  - Turn the paired camera off and then on again.  - Switch tabs in SnapBridge.  - Exit and relaunch SnapBridge. - Users can register for a Nikon ID using this app. - Enable Bluetooth and Wi-Fi when using this app. - Remote movie recording is not supported on some cameras. - Movies can be downloaded by switching to Wi-Fi and selecting the files manually. - Upload/download of AVI and interlaced movies is not supported. - 4K UHD movies transfer and playback are not supported on some devices. - Remote photography and movie download are available only if the camera has Wi-Fi (some cameras only). - Keep the app displayed in the foreground when downloading images from the camera via Wi-Fi. Download is not available when the app is running in the background. - The app may not perform as expected depending on your environment and network conditions. Using the App For more information, use the app "Help" option.

About

TELLO

This app makes flying a drone incredibly easy and fun. It offers intuitive controls for beginners, allowing you to launch, perform aerial stunts, and capture videos with simple gestures. Enjoy a first-person view with VR compatibility and precise control options.

Highlights
  • Intuitive UI for easy start
  • Throw & Go launch
  • 8D Flips for aerial stunts
  • Bounce Mode for automatic flight
  • EZ Shots for short video recording
  • Electronic Image Stabilization
  • VR Headset Compatibility
Features
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Feel the Fun! We set out to build the most fun drone ever, and we came up with Tello. Get yourself a Tello to find out just how awesome flying can be! -Tello App Getting started is extra easy with the Tello app’s friendly UI. - Throw & Go Start flying by simply tossing Tello into the air. - 8D Flips Slide on screen to perform cool aerial stunts. -Bounce Mode Tello flies up and down from your hand automatically. -EZ Shots Record coordinated short videos with Circle, 360, and Up & Away. -Electronic Image Stabilization Capture consistently clear images. -VR Headset Compatibility Fly with a breathtaking first-person view. -720p HD Transmission -Bluetooth Controller Compatibility Precise control for unforgettable experiences.

Screenshots

SnapBridge4 screens
TELLO4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: SnapBridge at 4.4 against TELLO's 3.3. SnapBridge also leads on ratings volume (63K vs 795). TELLO's advantage is review sentiment (31% vs 21%) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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

SnapBridge holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SnapBridge has 63K ratings behind it against 795, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 21% of SnapBridge's written reviews are positive against 31% of TELLO's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SnapBridge ships an update every 3 months, TELLO every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
SnapBridge versus TELLO: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSnapBridgeTELLO
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (63K ratings) — better3.3 (795 ratings)
Positive reviews20.7% of reviews31.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings63K — better795
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size78 MB43 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNikon CorporationShenzhen RYZE Tech Co., Ltd.

Customer experience

SnapBridge

All ratings63,072 ratings
Positive84.7%
Neutral3.6%
Negative11.7%
Written reviews2,300 reviews
Positive20.7%
Neutral9.3%
Negative70.0%

TELLO

All ratings795 ratings
Positive55.5%
Neutral8.2%
Negative36.4%
Written reviews871 reviews
Positive31.2%
Neutral15.6%
Negative53.2%

User reviews

SnapBridge

From 63K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Instant photo transfer
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Quick connection
  • 👍 Convenient remote control

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Unreliable connection
  • 🐛 Inconsistent performance
  • 🐛 Fails to download RAW images
  • 🐛 Slow download speeds
  • 🔋 Drains battery quickly

TELLO

From 795 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Easy to fly
  • 📸 Good camera quality
  • 🎢 Fun flight modes
  • 🤖 Stable flight

Room to improve

  • 🐛 App crashes during video recording
  • 🔋 Short battery life
  • 🔌 No charger included
  • 🤔 Settings not saved

Bugs and requests

SnapBridge

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Fails to connect to camera
  • Loses connection randomly
  • Incompatible with newer iOS versions
  • Duplicate photo downloads

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add support for RAW image download
  • Improve connection reliability
  • Optimize download speeds
  • Enhance user interface and usability

TELLO

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App crashes when trying to view photos/videos
  • Connectivity issues, drone disconnects mid-flight
  • App not compatible with latest iOS versions
  • Firmware update issues

Requested features

4 requests
  • Return to home function
  • Percentage battery indicator
  • Customizable controls
  • Panorama mode

In-app purchases

None

SnapBridge

No in-app purchases

None

TELLO

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SnapBridge free?
SnapBridge is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TELLO free?
TELLO is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, SnapBridge or TELLO?
SnapBridge is rated higher. SnapBridge averages 4.4 out of 5 from 63K ratings, while TELLO averages 3.3 from 795 ratings.
Do SnapBridge or TELLO have ads?
Neither SnapBridge nor TELLO shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SnapBridge or TELLO?
SnapBridge ships an update every 3 months, and TELLO every 2 months. Most recently, SnapBridge was updated on September 28, 2026 and TELLO on September 22, 2026.

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