Comparison

Hey Camera vs DraftCamera

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

Head to head
About

Hey Camera

Capture photos and videos hands-free using voice commands. Configure custom phrases for actions like taking pictures, recording video, reversing the camera, and controlling the flash. Enjoy offline voice recognition and Siri integration for ultimate convenience.

Highlights
  • Voice-controlled photo capture
  • Voice-controlled video recording
  • Configurable voice commands
  • Offline voice recognition
  • Siri Shortcuts integration
  • Hands-free camera operation
Features
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Hey Camera is the hands-free camera. Control it with your voice or a simple hand gesture — no tapping, no timer scramble, no running back into frame. SAY IT • "Photo" — take a picture • "Video" / "Stop" — start and stop recording • "Reverse" — flip the camera • "Flash on" / "Flash off" Every phrase is yours to change in Settings. Speech recognition runs entirely on your device — nothing is sent anywhere, and it works without a connection. SHOW IT Hold up an open palm and the camera fires. Perfect for group photos, tripod shots, and anything more than an arm's length away. A SERIOUS CAMERA, TOO • 4K, 1080p and 720p at up to 60 FPS • HDR video and HDR photos, on the devices that support them • Video stabilization, from light smoothing to full cinematic • Choose which lens each side opens with, including the combined camera that makes 0.5× ultra-wide available • Self-timer with an optional flashing countdown • Pinch to zoom, tap to focus, and full exposure control • Torch confirmation so you can see a command land from across the room • Volume button shutter, and the screen stays awake while you shoot YOUR MEDIA Browse, preview and share everything you capture without leaving the app. PRO New users get a set of free voice and gesture commands to try. Hey Camera Pro removes the limit and is available as an annual subscription or a one-time lifetime purchase. The annual subscription automatically renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your Apple Account settings. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

DraftCamera

Features
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DraftCamera is a voice-controlled camera app that lets you shoot and adjust key camera settings hands-free. Customize your own voice commands, create voice-activated presets, and keep shooting smoothly in real-world situations. Key features Voice shutter: take photos with your chosen command (default: “Cheese”) Voice controls: zoom in/out, flash on/off/auto, timer (e.g., 3s / 10s), switch front/back camera Burst mode and photo format switching (HEIF / JPEG / ProRAW on supported devices) Presets: save a full set of camera settings and recall them instantly by voice Reliable for daily use: designed to handle interruptions/backgrounding and monitor storage to reduce failures Free trial + Unlimited You can take up to 30 photos for free. Unlock unlimited photos with a one-time in-app purchase (includes Restore Purchases). Notes Speech recognition uses Apple’s Speech Recognition APIs; an internet connection may be required depending on your device/language setup. Shutter sound suppression availability depends on device/region and iOS support. Privacy No accounts. No ads. No analytics. App settings are stored on-device. Photos are saved to your Photo Library. Voice input is used only for real-time command recognition. Terms of Use : https://zaseeta.com/about/term-of-use/ Privacy Policy : https://zaseeta.com/about/privacy-policy/

Screenshots

Hey Camera4 screens
DraftCamera4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Hey Camera at every 2 days against DraftCamera's every 5 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. Hey Camera sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per year and DraftCamera sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Hey Camera ships an update every 2 days, DraftCamera every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and July 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Hey Camera versus DraftCamera: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHey CameraDraftCamera
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (795 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews60.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings795 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 days — betterEvery 5 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS16.4 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size62 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRoss Martinshimizu kazuyuki

Bugs and requests

Hey Camera

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Voice commands not working after updates
  • Photos and videos not saving properly
  • App freezing or crashing on launch
  • Inability to change camera modes or settings

Requested features

7 requests
  • Support for portrait mode and other camera features
  • Ability to control zoom and other camera settings
  • Option to disable visual indicators after photo/video capture
  • Slow motion and time-lapse video support
  • Bluetooth/wireless control support
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  • Improved accessibility for visually impaired users
  • Family sharing and account management improvements

DraftCamera

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Hey Camera

Subscriptions1
  • Pro Annual$9.991 Year
One-time2
  • Unlimited Captures$2.99
  • Pro Lifetime$19.99
1 purchases

DraftCamera

One-time1
  • Unlimited Photo Capture$4.99

Questions

Is Hey Camera free?
Hey Camera is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DraftCamera free?
DraftCamera is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Hey Camera or DraftCamera have ads?
Neither Hey Camera nor DraftCamera shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Hey Camera or DraftCamera?
Hey Camera ships an update every 2 days, and DraftCamera every 5 months. Most recently, Hey Camera was updated on September 28, 2026 and DraftCamera on July 21, 2026.

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