Lens Buddy vs CamShare
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Lens Buddy
This app allows you to take hands-free photos and videos using a customizable timer. It's ideal for solo photoshoots, group pictures, and content creation, offering features like a photo booth mode and high-quality capture.
- Customizable timer
- Photo Booth mode
- High-quality photo capture
- Video recording
- Built-in gallery for rating and organizing
- RAW photo support
- Burst mode
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Your ultimate handsfree camera experience is here! You take your own photos. Lens Buddy is a simple yet powerful timer camera app that will take pictures of you and your loved ones without the need to press buttons or even hold the device. Just set your desired time interval between the shots and let the camera roll! Leave your Bluetooth clicker home and do your own photoshoot! Take your social media presence to the next level! Once you finished taking your photos you can easily rate your pictures within the app that will help you to keep or export the best ones. Stop taking screenshots from videos - Lens Buddy offers higher quality photos and and easier way to take them! Want to take a group photo without having someone left out? Is there no one around to take a picture of you? Are you a content creator or a solo traveler? In need of building your Instagram feed? Do you need the best self timer app available? Simply put down your device on a safe place and let Lens Buddy make your perfect shot! FEATURES * [NEW] Photo Booth mode * 48MP capture * Video * Save photos to the app to keep your camera roll clean and use the built-in gallery to view, rate and organize your photos * Camera roll integration: save, sort into albums, view and manage your photos in the camera roll just like with the system camera app (optional, requires paid subscription) * RAW photo support (requires iOS 14.3, and available on Pro devices starting from iPhone 12 Pro and Pro Max) * High quality photos * Live photos * Portrait mode * A clean, yet familiar and easy to use interface * Fully customizable timer * Sounds: Numerous sound effects and announcements help your photoshoot * Burst mode for super fast photography * Zoom, focus, exposure control * Aspect ratio: You can now snap your photos in either square or wide dimensions * Tracking focus: even if you move around the focus will follow you * Toggle between auto/on/off flash modes * Framing tools: Grid, level * Dark mode support Comments from you: "I love this app! I use is all the time for work and personal." "Just what I needed!" "Super easy and amazing!" "It’s literally perfect when you’re home alone and still want a cute outfit pic!" "This app is really helpful! Especially for those who are content creators like myself and take our own photos for work." Do you like Lens Buddy? Please don't forget to rate it in the App Store! It helps a lot. EULA https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
CamShare
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CamShare – Your Ultimate Remote Viewfinder & Camera Controller! Capture the perfect moment from any angle, without ever running back and forth to set a timer. CamShare seamlessly connects two devices, transforming one into a powerful camera and the other into a real-time live monitor and remote controller. Whether you are a solo vlogger, taking a massive group photo, or setting up a shot in a hard-to-reach place, CamShare gives you complete creative control from a distance. See exactly what your lens sees in real time, and snap the photo or start recording video with a single tap. KEY FEATURES: Real-Time Live Preview: Stream a smooth, zero-latency camera feed from your primary device directly to your secondary screen. Remote Shutter & Video Control: Take photos, start, and stop video recording remotely. No more awkward timer rushes! Full Camera Control: Switch between front and back cameras, turn the flash on/off, and adjust focus right from the controlling device. Seamless Connection: Connect instantly via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. Perfect for both indoor studios and outdoor adventures. High-Quality Export: All photos and videos are saved instantly in their original high resolution to your camera roll. PERFECT FOR: Group Photos: Finally, you can be in the picture too! Check the framing on your phone and snap the shot. Solo Creators & Vloggers: Set up your camera on a tripod and monitor yourself on a second screen to ensure you are always in focus. Wildlife & Nature: Set your camera near a bird feeder or trail, step back, and capture nature without scaring it away. Tricky Angles: Get overhead shots, ground-level views, or tight-space recordings while comfortably watching the screen in your hands. Stop guessing your framing and start capturing with precision. Download CamShare today and unlock a new level of mobile photography! Terms of Use: https://camshare.hutsalod.com/terms_of_service Privacy: https://camshare.hutsalod.com/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is chart position: Lens Buddy at #146 against CamShare's unranked. CamShare's advantage is update cadence (every 6 days vs every 2 weeks). 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
Both are free to download. Lens Buddy sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and CamShare sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Lens Buddy ships an update every 2 weeks, CamShare every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Lens Buddy | CamShare |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (34K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 94.2% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 34K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 6 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Best chart rank | #146 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 16.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 33 MB | 21 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Lens Buddy Selfie Timer Photo Video Filter Camera LLC | Dmytro Hutsalo |
Bugs and requests
Lens Buddy
Reported bugs
2 issues- Photos not saving in order
- Inconsistent photo count between app and export
Requested features
4 requests- Ability to invert camera view
- Option to only save liked/approved photos
- Zip/batch photo export
- Apple Watch integration as a viewfinder
CamShare
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Lens Buddy
- Weekly PRO3 Days trial$2.997 Days
- Weekly PRO2 variants$2.997 Days
- Weekly PRO$4.997 Days
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- Monthly PRO2 variants$4.991 Month
- Monthly PRO$9.991 Month
- Special$14.991 Year
- Special$19.991 Year
- Yearly PRO3 Days trial$29.991 Year
- Yearly PRO$29.991 Year
- Yearly PRO7 Days trial$29.991 Year
- Yearly PRO3 Days trial$39.991 Year
- Yearly PRO7 Days trial$39.991 Year
CamShare
- Premium Weekly$1.997 Days
- Premium Yearly3 Days trial$9.991 Year









