Comparison

LiHunter vs Motion Catch

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

Head to head
About

LiHunter

Features
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LightningHunter (LiHunter) - is a small and simple application allows you to automatically make high-quality photos of lightning flashes in the dark. For best results, you need to use a tripod or fix the device in any other way. Remember that shoot lightning is life-threatening. Do not put yourself at risk.

About

Motion Catch

Automatically capture Live Photos when motion is detected in a selected area. Choose from various detection modes like cars, birds, lightning, or meteors to save dynamic moments. The app saves a Live Photo showing the moments just before and after the motion event.

Highlights
  • Motion-triggered Live Photo capture
  • Selectable motion detection area
  • Multiple detection modes (Car, Birds, Lightning, Meteor)
  • Saves moments before and after motion
  • Simple, user-friendly interface
Features
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Capture Live Photo automatically. Simple to use: • Set your iPhone on a tripod for a stable view (not required in Lightning mode). • Select the area to watch for motion. • Choose a detection mode. • Tap the center button to start automatic capture. Currently supported modes: • Car • Birds • Lightning • Meteor When motion is detected, the app saves a Live Photo — showing the moment just before and after it happens.

Screenshots

LiHunter4 screens
Motion Catch4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: LiHunter at none against Motion Catch's 1. LiHunter also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). Motion Catch's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 43 months). On price there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. Motion Catch sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. LiHunter asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

LiHunter ships an update every 43 months, Motion Catch every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and August 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences Ā· 3 level
LiHunter versus Motion Catch: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLiHunterMotion Catch
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews—50.0% of reviews
Update frequencyEvery 43 monthsEvery 4 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS13.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAndrii TischenkoTeeraya Intajuk

In-app purchases

None

LiHunter

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Motion Catch

One-time1
  • Unlimited photos$9.99

Questions

Is LiHunter free?
LiHunter is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Motion Catch free?
Motion Catch is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do LiHunter or Motion Catch have ads?
LiHunter shows ads; Motion Catch does not.
Which is updated more often, LiHunter or Motion Catch?
LiHunter ships an update every 43 months, and Motion Catch every 4 days. Most recently, LiHunter was updated on September 9, 2026 and Motion Catch on August 14, 2026.

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