# Phocus vs Total RAW Camera + Editor

The clearest difference is rating: Phocus at 4.6 against Total RAW Camera + Editor's 2.0. Phocus also leads on review sentiment (50% vs 9%) and ratings volume (6.8K vs 10). Total RAW Camera + Editor's advantage is iOS requirement (15.5 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Phocus sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and Total RAW Camera + Editor sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Phocus holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Phocus has 6.8K ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of Phocus's written reviews are positive against 9% of Total RAW Camera + Editor's.

Phocus ships an update fortnightly, Total RAW Camera + Editor every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and June 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Phocus | Total RAW Camera + Editor |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (6.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/phocus-dslr-portrait-camera/id1211807807/reviews)** | [2.0 (10 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/total-raw-camera-plus-editor/id1493061892/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **6.8K** | 10 |
| Positive reviews | **49.7% of reviews** | 9.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 349 MB | 14 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.5** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [RAY INFORMATICS YAZILIM TEKNOLOJI MEDYA DANISMANLIK VE EGITIM TICARET LIMITED SIRKETI](https://appshunter.io/developer/965885089) | [AppJud](https://appshunter.io/developer/417342163) |

## What reviewers say

### Phocus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/phocus-dslr-portrait-camera/id1211807807)

This AI-powered app creates DSLR-style portraits by simulating realistic background blur and offering advanced 3D relighting capabilities. It allows for precise control over depth, lighting, and scene atmosphere, transforming any photo into a cinematic masterpiece.

**Highlights:** DSLR-style portrait creation, Realistic background blur simulation, Advanced 3D relighting, AI-powered subject detection, DSLR lens emulation, Portrait video blur

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Phocus AI Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Phocus AI Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Phocus AI Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Phocus AI Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Phocus AI Unlimited Access | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Good app
- 👍 Best tool camera app
- 👍 Easy editing, works great
- 👍 Makes your phone current

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Hilariously terrible effects
- 🔒 Can't limit access to personal stuff
- 🐛 Awful, blurs everything
- 🐛 Crashes too much
- 🐛 Doesn't render, gets stuck

**Reported bugs**

- Can't save pictures
- Photos don't download
- Unable to save picture
- Camera crashes when clicking portrait
- App dies if you don't upgrade

**Requested features**

- Change bokeh shapes/effects
- Add manual brush to control bokeh
- Make it a photo extension in Photos app
- Add more shadows and directional lighting


### Total RAW Camera + Editor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/total-raw-camera-plus-editor/id1493061892)

Capture stunning, sharp RAW and ProRAW images with full manual control over camera settings. Edit your photos with a comprehensive suite of tools, including exposure, highlights, and shadows. Export your work in various formats, perfect for aspiring photographers.

**Highlights:** Sharp RAW + ProRAW image capture, Full manual shooting controls (ISO, Shutter, WB), Comprehensive RAW/JPEG editing tools, Manual focus with magnifier, Bokeh capture with adjustable blur, Real-time exposure indicators, Auto HDR and exposure bracketing

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock features | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Phocus free?

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

### Is Total RAW Camera + Editor free?

Total RAW Camera + Editor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Phocus or Total RAW Camera + Editor?

Phocus is rated higher. Phocus averages 4.6 out of 5 from 6.8K ratings, while Total RAW Camera + Editor averages 2.0 from 10 ratings.

### Do Phocus or Total RAW Camera + Editor have ads?

Neither Phocus nor Total RAW Camera + Editor shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Phocus or Total RAW Camera + Editor?

Phocus ships an update fortnightly, and Total RAW Camera + Editor every 2 weeks. Most recently, Phocus was updated on September 23, 2026 and Total RAW Camera + Editor on June 1, 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.*