Comparison

Hey Camera vs SnapLatch

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

Head to head
About

Hey Camera

Control your iPhone camera hands-free using voice commands or hand gestures. Capture photos and videos without touching your device, ideal for group shots, selfies, and vlogging. Offers advanced camera features and on-device speech recognition for privacy.

Highlights
  • Voice-activated photo and video capture
  • Hand gesture control
  • Customizable voice commands
  • On-device speech recognition
  • 4K video recording up to 60 FPS
  • HDR photos and video
  • Video stabilization
Features
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Hey Camera is the hands-free camera for iPhone, controlled by your voice or a simple hand gesture. Say "Photo" or hold up your hand and it takes the shot — perfect for group photos, tripod shots, selfies from a distance and vlogging. 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

SnapLatch

Instantly capture spontaneous moments with a visible video recording that starts the moment the app opens. Easily switch cameras and stop recording with clear on-screen controls. Save clips directly to your device's photo library.

Highlights
  • Instant visible recording on launch
  • Record clips up to 2 minutes
  • Switch between front/rear cameras
  • Clear on-screen stop control
  • Save directly to Photos
  • Launch via Action Button/Shortcuts
Features
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Capture the moment without searching for the record button. Launch SnapLatch to start a visible video recording. Capture a quick reaction, a pet’s next move, a street scene, or an everyday moment. Tap Stop when you’re done, and your clip saves directly to Photos. Automatic focus helps you stay ready. Want to focus on a specific subject? Tap the camera preview to adjust focus on supported cameras. You can also switch between the front and rear cameras without stopping your recording. FEATURES - Start recording automatically when you launch SnapLatch - Record video clips up to 2 minutes - Continuous autofocus and tap-to-focus on supported cameras - Switch between front and rear cameras while recording - See a clear recording timer and stop control - Save clips directly to Photos - Launch through Shortcuts or set up the Action Button on a compatible iPhone VISIBLE RECORDING. LOCAL SAVING. You always know when SnapLatch is recording. Recording stops when the app leaves the foreground—it never records secretly or in the background. SnapLatch saves your videos locally and does not upload them. First-time setup requires camera and microphone access. Photos permission is required to save clips.

Screenshots

Hey Camera4 screens
SnapLatch4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: SnapLatch at 5.0 against Hey Camera's 4.4. SnapLatch also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3). Hey Camera's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs monthly) and ratings volume (801 vs 1). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. SnapLatch asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SnapLatch holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hey Camera has 801 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Hey Camera ships an update every 2 days, SnapLatch monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Hey Camera versus SnapLatch: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHey CameraSnapLatch
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (801 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews60.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings801 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 days — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS16.4 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size70 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRoss Martin世贤 黎

Customer experience

Hey Camera

All ratings801 ratings
Positive85.3%
Neutral4.9%
Negative9.9%
Written reviews95 reviews
Positive60.0%
Neutral7.4%
Negative32.6%

SnapLatch

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

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

SnapLatch

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$24.99
None

SnapLatch

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Hey Camera free?
Hey Camera is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SnapLatch free?
SnapLatch is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Hey Camera or SnapLatch?
SnapLatch is rated higher. Hey Camera averages 4.4 out of 5 from 801 ratings, while SnapLatch averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Hey Camera or SnapLatch have ads?
Neither Hey Camera nor SnapLatch shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Hey Camera or SnapLatch?
Hey Camera ships an update every 2 days, and SnapLatch monthly. Most recently, Hey Camera was updated on November 3, 2026 and SnapLatch on October 31, 2026.

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