# Camera+ I Pro Camera & Editor vs Photon Camera

The clearest difference is ads: Photon Camera at none against Camera+ I Pro Camera & Editor's shown. Camera+ I Pro Camera & Editor's advantage is rating (4.5 vs 4.0) and review sentiment (50% vs 24%). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Camera+ I Pro Camera & Editor sells 18 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Photon Camera sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Camera+ I Pro Camera & Editor holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Camera+ I Pro Camera & Editor has 12K ratings behind it against 64, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of Camera+ I Pro Camera & Editor's written reviews are positive against 24% of Photon Camera's.

Camera+ I Pro Camera & Editor ships an update every 2 weeks, Photon Camera every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Camera+ I Pro Camera & Editor | Photon Camera |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (12K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/camera-plus-i-pro-camera-and-editor/id1313580627/reviews)** | [4.0 (64 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photon-camera/id1439310090/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **12K** | 64 |
| Positive reviews | **50.1% of reviews** | 23.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 352 MB | 59 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 26.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Heavy Plumb Apps, SOCIEDAD LIMITADA](https://appshunter.io/developer/1684291057) | [LateNiteSoft S.L.](https://appshunter.io/developer/283292600) |

## What reviewers say

### Camera+ I Pro Camera & Editor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/camera-plus-i-pro-camera-and-editor/id1313580627)

Capture and edit professional-quality photos with advanced camera presets and powerful editing tools. Enhance your images with AI-powered features and fine-tune every detail for stunning results.

**Highlights:** Advanced camera presets (Auto, Manual, RAW, Slow Shutter, Macro, Action), AI-powered Magic ML and UltraRes upscaling, Shooting assist options (Smile mode, Stabilizer, Burst, Timer), Comprehensive editing tools (exposure, shadows, sharpening), RAW image editing, Photo library integration

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (18)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Plan | $3.99 | per month |
| Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscription | $4.99 | per month |
| Camera + (Weekly) | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| premium | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly offer | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| premium | $11.99 | per month |
| Yearly Plan | $17.99 | per year |
| Monthly | $17.99 | per month |
| Premium Camera + Forever | $34.99 | per year |
| Camera+ Yearly | $44.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $69.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $69.99 | per year |
| Tip | $2.99 | one-time |
| Purchase | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent camera controls
- 👍 Intuitive and easy to use
- 🚀 Fast and responsive
- 👍 Powerful editing features
- 👍 Reliable and consistent performance

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches after updates
- 💰 Subscription model for full features
- 🔒 Requires internet connection to function
- 🔒 Difficulty restoring previous purchases
- 🐛 Inconsistent performance and stability issues

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes or freezes on launch
- Inability to save edited photos
- Macro mode not working as expected
- Orientation lock not functioning properly
- Panorama feature producing black images

**Requested features**

- Offline mode for full functionality
- Improved RAW image support
- Seamless integration with photo library
- More granular control over camera settings
- Timelapse and slow-motion video features


### Photon Camera

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photon-camera/id1439310090)

Transform your iPhone into a professional camera with full manual controls. Achieve DSLR-quality photos with advanced tools like focus peaking, live exposure, and RAW capture. Take creative control with AI processing options and a minimalist interface.

**Highlights:** Full manual control (ISO, shutter speed, white balance), Focus peaking and focus loupe, Live exposure and histogram, RAW, ProRAW, HEIF, and JPEG capture, Adjustable AI processing (Process Control), Minimalist and intuitive interface, Image browser with photo details

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| One-time purchase | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great camera controls
- 👍 Intuitive interface
- 🔋 Efficient battery usage
- 💡 Direct USB storage option
- 🚀 Fast and responsive

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and bugs
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🔒 Lack of transparency around app ownership
- 🔒 Concerns about developer trustworthiness
- 🔍 Limited zoom and lens options

**Reported bugs**

- Manual mode crashes
- Inability to access external storage
- Incompatibility with certain devices
- Unreliable photo saving and syncing

**Requested features**

- Bracketed HDR mode
- Customizable white balance controls
- Landscape orientation support
- Macro mode
- Integration with other photo apps


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Camera+ I Pro Camera & Editor free?

Camera+ I Pro Camera & Editor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Photon Camera free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Camera+ I Pro Camera & Editor or Photon Camera?

Camera+ I Pro Camera & Editor is rated higher. Camera+ I Pro Camera & Editor averages 4.5 out of 5 from 12K ratings, while Photon Camera averages 4.0 from 64 ratings.

### Do Camera+ I Pro Camera & Editor or Photon Camera have ads?

Camera+ I Pro Camera & Editor shows ads; Photon Camera does not.

### Which is updated more often, Camera+ I Pro Camera & Editor or Photon Camera?

Camera+ I Pro Camera & Editor ships an update every 2 weeks, and Photon Camera every 3 weeks. Most recently, Camera+ I Pro Camera & Editor was updated on October 17, 2026 and Photon Camera on October 14, 2026.

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