# Canon DPP Express vs Capture One

The clearest difference is rating: Canon DPP Express at 4.6 against Capture One's 3.5. Canon DPP Express also leads on ratings volume (2.9K vs 331). Capture One's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 3 months). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Canon DPP Express sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $0.99 per month and Capture One sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $10.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Canon DPP Express holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Canon DPP Express has 2.9K ratings behind it against 331, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 17% and 18% positive.

Canon DPP Express ships an update every 3 months, Capture One fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Canon DPP Express | Capture One |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (2.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/canon-dpp-express/id1315877685/reviews)** | [3.5 (331 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/capture-one/id1514081672/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.9K** | 331 |
| Positive reviews | 17.5% of reviews | **17.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 112 MB | 1.2 GB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **17.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Canon Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/331269954) | [Capture One A/S](https://appshunter.io/developer/404906438) |

## What reviewers say

### Canon DPP Express

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/canon-dpp-express/id1315877685)

Edit RAW photos on your iPad or iPhone with intuitive touch controls. Adjust colors, save multiple versions, and export without watermarks after subscribing. Supports various Canon RAW and JPEG formats.

**Highlights:** Color edit RAW images, Intuitive touch operation, Save multiple adjustment patterns, Change history function, Export images without watermarks, Supports CR3/CR2, JPEG, HEIF (10 bit)

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| DPP Express Full Functions | $0.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great app for on-the-go RAW processing
- 👍 Fantastic app with lots of features
- 💡 Useful for quick edits in the field

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Lacks support for CR2 RAW files
- 🔒 Requires subscription for full functionality
- 🔋 Slow performance on older iPads
- 👎 Limited compatibility with older Canon models

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when trying to import photos
- Unable to open RAW files from camera roll
- Exporting photos results in quality loss
- Incompatible with some iPad models

**Requested features**

- Add support for CR2 RAW files
- Improve file management with folder support
- Allow direct import from SD card or external drive
- Implement batch processing and editing tools
- Add color profile creation using color checker


### Capture One

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/capture-one/id1514081672)

Edit and organize RAW photos on your mobile device, tethering directly to your camera. Collaborate with clients in real-time, apply edits instantly, and maintain incredible color quality. Seamlessly transfer your work to desktop for final touches.

**Highlights:** Retouch Faces, Sessions Support, External Storage backup, Tether camera to mobile, Real-time image review, Instant sharing and collaboration, Apply edits as you shoot, RAW conversion and color editing

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Capture One mobile | $10.99 | per month |
| All in One | $39.99 | per month |
| Capture One mobile | $109.00 | per year |
| All in One | $294.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent tethering capability
- 👍 Intuitive and easy-to-use interface
- 🚀 Fast image rendering
- 👍 Great for culling and rating photos on the go
- 👍 Seamless integration with desktop Capture One

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and stability issues
- 🔒 Requires separate subscription even for desktop users
- 👎 Severely limited editing features compared to desktop version
- 👎 Slow cloud sync and lack of external storage support
- 👎 Unintuitive file management and export workflow

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to log in due to keyboard not appearing
- Inconsistent behavior when importing and exporting photos
- Crashes when attempting to use certain editing features
- Issues with wireless tethering and connection stability

**Requested features**

- Add layers, masks, curves, and other advanced editing tools
- Enable direct import from camera/SD card, not just cloud sync
- Allow opening and editing desktop Capture One sessions/catalogs
- Improve tethering functionality with live view and camera control
- Provide option to purchase app outright instead of subscription


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Canon DPP Express free?

Canon DPP Express is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Capture One free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Canon DPP Express or Capture One?

Canon DPP Express is rated higher. Canon DPP Express averages 4.6 out of 5 from 2.9K ratings, while Capture One averages 3.5 from 331 ratings.

### Do Canon DPP Express or Capture One have ads?

Neither Canon DPP Express nor Capture One shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Canon DPP Express or Capture One?

Canon DPP Express ships an update every 3 months, and Capture One fortnightly. Most recently, Canon DPP Express was updated on October 25, 2026 and Capture One on October 25, 2026.

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