SnapBridge 360/170 vs Arsenal 2
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SnapBridge 360/170
Wirelessly connect to compatible cameras to remotely shoot, import, and edit photos and videos. Stream live views, adjust settings, and automatically upload content. Compatible with select iOS devices and Nikon KeyMission cameras.
- Remote shooting and recording
- Wireless media import
- Live view streaming
- Basic video editing
- Remote camera settings adjustment
- Automatic photo upload
- Location data transfer
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This app lets you connect wirelessly to a KeyMission 360 or KeyMission 170 to easily shoot/record, import, and change settings remotely. The app lets you edit images and movies as well. Supported Digital Cameras as of July 2017 KeyMission 360, KeyMission 170 Note: Before using the app, update the camera firmware to the latest version. Visit the Nikon Download Center to get information on and download the latest firmware. http://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/ Note: For cameras other than those listed above, check "SnapBridge" and "Wireless Mobile Utility." Principal Features - Once the camera is paired with your iOS device, new photos can be downloaded automatically. - Movies and still images stored on the camera can be viewed (streaming playback). - When connected to a KeyMission 360, touch operations can be used to move the viewpoint freely and view the image at any location. - Simple editing of movies taken by the camera can be performed. - Camera settings can be changed remotely from an iOS device. - Photos can be uploaded automatically to NIKON IMAGE SPACE (see Note 1 below). - The camera can be operated from an iOS device to shoot and upload selected images. - Photos downloaded to an iOS device can be viewed or shared via e-mail or social media. - 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 iOS 9.3, iOS 10.3, iOS 11.2, iOS12.3 Note: Under iOS 11.3 to 12.1, using live view during remote photography would sometimes interrupt the Wi-Fi connection. iPhone 5 or later, fourth-generation iPad or later Bluetooth 4.0 or later There is no guarantee that this app will run on all devices. Updating to Version 1.1 - Auto upload is now off by default. - You will no longer be able to use auto upload to upload images at the original size. Notes - Note 1: Uploading photos to NIKON IMAGE SPACE requires a Nikon ID. - Users can register for a Nikon ID using this app. - Enable Bluetooth and Wi-Fi when using this app. - The default Wi-Fi password is "NikonKeyMission". - Movies can be downloaded by switching to Wi-Fi and selecting the files manually. Download is not available with AVI files. - 4K UHD movie upload and playback are not supported on the iPhone 5 and some other devices. - The app can connect to only one camera at a time. - The app may not perform as expected depending on your environment and network conditions. - An iOS device with a display resolution of WVGA (960 x 540 pixels) or better is required. - The app requires 100 MB or more of free memory on the iOS device. - Note 2: Operation not guaranteed on devices without GPS. - Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life. Using the App For more information, use the app "Instructions" (online help) option. https://nikonimglib.com/snbrkm/onlinehelp/en/index.html Notes iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Inc in the United States and other countries. App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc. All other tradenames mentioned in this document are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
Arsenal 2
This app provides intelligent remote control for DSLR and mirrorless cameras, offering both automated smart settings and full manual control. It helps photographers capture challenging scenes like HDR and timelapses with ease, ensuring sharp focus and perfect exposure.
- Smart Mode with machine learning scene analysis
- Full manual camera control via smartphone
- Live shot preview
- High Dynamic Range (HDR) automation
- Focus stacking for sharp images
- Automated timelapse capture
- Remote shutter trigger up to 100 feet
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Arsenal 2 is an intelligent assistant for your DSLR or mirrorless camera. The Arsenal 2 app provides you with complete remote control of Arsenal and your camera. NEVER MISS THE PERFECT SHOT: Like your own personal photography assistant, Arsenal lets you focus on the parts of photography you love while it takes care of the rest. In Smart Mode, Arsenal 2’s machine learning algorithm understands the scene you’re shooting, chooses smart settings, and fine tunes them using 18 different environmental factors. GET COMPLETE CONTROL: When you want full creative control, Arsenal 2’s Manual Mode turns your smartphone into the world’s best wireless camera remote. Set your camera’s shutter speed, aperture, and ISO. See a live preview of your shot. And trigger the shutter... all from up to 100 feet away! TAKE GREAT SHOTS IN TRICKY LIGHT: Capture scenes with High Dynamic Range (HDR) without spending hours in front of your computer. Arsenal 2 automates advanced exposure stacking techniques. KEEP EVERYTHING SHARP: With focus stacking, you can get your entire scene in sharp focus. CAPTURE STUNNING TIMELAPSES: Arsenal 2 makes capturing “holy grail” timelapses a breeze. Simply start your timelapse and let Arsenal 2 adjust the exposure as the light changes for a smooth day-to-night transition. You can even preview your timelapse while it’s being recorded. WORKS WITH MOST POPULAR CAMERA MODELS: Arsenal 2 fully supports nearly 100 popular DSLR and mirrorless camera models from Canon, Nikon, Sony, and Fuji. To see if your camera is supported, visit https://witharsenal.com/supported-cameras You can learn more about Arsenal 2 at https://witharsenal.com
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Arsenal 2 at 4.4 against SnapBridge 360/170's 2.1. Arsenal 2 also leads on review sentiment (29% vs 5%) and ratings volume (944 vs 97). SnapBridge 360/170's advantage is monetization model (free vs paid) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Arsenal 2 holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 2.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Arsenal 2 has 944 ratings behind it against 97, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 5% of SnapBridge 360/170's written reviews are positive against 29% of Arsenal 2's.
SnapBridge 360/170 ships an update every 2 months, Arsenal 2 monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 11, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SnapBridge 360/170 | Arsenal 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.1 (97 ratings) | 4.4 (944 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 4.9% of reviews | 28.8% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 97 | 944 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 9.0 — better | 17.5 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 62 MB | 498 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | NIKON CORPORATION | North of You, LLC |
Customer experience
SnapBridge 360/170
Arsenal 2
User reviews
SnapBridge 360/170
From 97 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Easy to install
- ⭐ Works fine
- 🔋 Great battery life
Room to improve
- 🐛 Frequent connection issues
- 🔍 Difficult to pair
- ⚠️ Unreliable app
- 🕰️ Slow and laggy
- 💤 Drains device battery
Arsenal 2
From 944 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Immediate results, focused, clear, perfect shots
- 🔍 Helpful for settings and viewing results
- 📷 Exceptional product, helps improve photography
- 👍 Wonderful controller and app
Room to improve
- 🐛 Crashes, freezes, and disconnects frequently
- 🔋 Battery drains quickly
- 📱 Compatibility issues with newer cameras
- 🤔 Unclear how to use features, lacking tutorials
- 🔍 Poor image quality from stacking/processing features
Bugs and requests
SnapBridge 360/170
Reported bugs
4 issues- Frequent connection drops
- Inability to download photos/videos
- Crashes and freezes
- Pairing issues with latest iOS versions
Requested features
4 requests- Add manual camera controls
- Improve video download speeds
- Streamline pairing process
- Enhance app stability and reliability
Arsenal 2
Reported bugs
4 issues- Fails to save/load panoramic files
- Incompatible with certain camera models/lenses
- Night mode turns off camera during 'star focus'
- Upside down/portrait orientation issues with phone mount
Requested features
5 requests- Add support for GPS data
- Improve panorama functionality
- Implement true BULB mode support
- Provide raw/DNG file output for stacked images
- Add iPad app version with larger interface
In-app purchases
SnapBridge 360/170
No in-app purchases
Arsenal 2
No in-app purchases
Questions
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