Comparison

Canon DPP Express vs Hugolog Dash

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

Head to head
About

Canon DPP Express

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)
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Canon Digital Photo Professional Express (Canon DPP Express) is an iPad/iPhone application to color edit RAW images with intuitive touch operation to be converted to JPEG file afterwards. To continue using all Digital Photo Professional Express features, you must complete the (paid) subscription process. When you purchase the subscription, - Your image adjustments will be recorded. - You will be able to export images without watermarks. [Key Features] - Adjust RAW images freely. - Quickly and easily adjust RAW images anywhere, any time. - Save multiple adjustment patterns and compare the results on a single RAW image. - Use the change history function to readjust images until you achieve the perfect result. - Save adjusted images to your Camera Roll in JPEG format. " [Compatible Formats] RAW(CR3/CR2 ), JPEG, HEIF (10 bit) * Not compatible with .CRW or video file formats. CR3/HEIF (10bit) images can now be displayed and saved in HDR PQ. The supported displays are as follows: - iPad - Ultra Retina XDR - Liquid Retina XDR - iPhone - Super Retina XDR - Super Retina HD Note that the actual displayed image depends on the display performance. [Image Input] Via Camera Connect : RAW(CR3/CR2), JPEG, HEIF (10 bit) Import from Camera Roll: [RAW (CR3/CR2), JPEG], [HEIF (10 bit) *excluding EOS 5D Mark IV/EOS R] * Image data is saved in the app. In addtion, devices with iOS 12.1 and later can import CR3 files from the Camera Roll. *HEIF (10-bit) files and RAW images shot with [HDR PQ settings] enabled can be imported using linked mode with the Canon camera app Canon Camera Connect . *RAW burst files cannot be imported to smart devices. Extract the CR3 images from the RAW burst file in advance on the camera side, and then import them to the smart device. [Compatible Camera Models] For compatible models and features, please refer to the following website. https://ssw.imaging-saas.canon/app/app.html?app=dppex [System requirement] iOS 18 / 26 iPadOS 18 / 26 [Important Notes] Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at the time of purchase confirmation. If you do not cancel at least 24 hours before the end of the current period, the subscription will automatically renew, and charges will continue. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your account settings on the App Store after purchase. - If you uninstall the app, all image data imported from your camera will be erased. - If application does not operate properly, try again after shutting down the application. - Visit your local Canon Web pages for more details. https://ssw.imaging-saas.canon/app/app.html?app=dppex Terms and conditions https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Hugolog Dash

Wirelessly connect your smartphone to dash cameras to view live footage within a 10-meter range. Easily configure settings, update firmware, download recorded videos, and share them with others.

Highlights
  • Wireless dash cam connection
  • Live video streaming
  • Remote camera configuration
  • Firmware updates
  • Video download and sharing
Features
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The hugolog dash app connects your smartphone with hugolog dash cameras wirelessly using the WiFi Feature. This enables you to conveniently access live videos within a 10-meter (33ft) WiFi range from your dash cam. Additionally, you can effortlessly configure your dash cam settings, remotely update firmware, and explore a host of other functionalities. With the app, you can easily download recorded videos and share them with your loved ones through all common sharing platforms.If you have any questions, please email us at support@hugolog.com,Or visit our official website is www.hugolog.com to learn more.

Screenshots

Canon DPP Express4 screens
Hugolog Dash4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Hugolog Dash at none against Canon DPP Express's 1. Hugolog Dash also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 18.0). Canon DPP Express's advantage is update cadence (every 3 months vs every 20 months) and ratings volume (2.9K vs 19). On price, rating, ads 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. Canon DPP Express sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $0.99 per month. Hugolog Dash asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Canon DPP Express against 4.7 for Hugolog Dash. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Canon DPP Express has 2.9K ratings behind it against 19, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Canon DPP Express ships an update every 3 months, Hugolog Dash every 20 months. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Canon DPP Express versus Hugolog Dash: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCanon DPP ExpressHugolog Dash
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (2.9K ratings)4.7 (19 ratings) — better
Positive reviews17.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings2.9K — better19
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 20 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationSubscriptionFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS18.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size112 MB51 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperCanon Inc.LAVIEW EAGLE-EYE TECHNOLOGY INC.

Customer experience

Canon DPP Express

All ratings2,855 ratings
Positive90.2%
Neutral3.3%
Negative6.6%
Written reviews486 reviews
Positive17.5%
Neutral8.0%
Negative74.5%

Hugolog Dash

All ratings18 ratings
Positive88.9%
Neutral11.1%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Canon DPP Express

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • 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

6 requests
  • 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
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  • Enable RAW file export to other apps

Hugolog Dash

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Canon DPP Express

Subscriptions1
  • DPP Express Full Functions1 Month trial$0.991 Month
None

Hugolog Dash

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Canon DPP Express free?
Canon DPP Express is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Hugolog Dash free?
Hugolog Dash is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Canon DPP Express or Hugolog Dash?
Hugolog Dash is rated higher. Canon DPP Express averages 4.6 out of 5 from 2.9K ratings, while Hugolog Dash averages 4.7 from 19 ratings.
Do Canon DPP Express or Hugolog Dash have ads?
Neither Canon DPP Express nor Hugolog Dash shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Canon DPP Express or Hugolog Dash?
Canon DPP Express ships an update every 3 months, and Hugolog Dash every 20 months. Most recently, Canon DPP Express was updated on November 3, 2026 and Hugolog Dash on October 31, 2026.

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