Comparison

Canon DPP Express vs TroveFrame

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

TroveFrame

Easily connect and manage your digital photo frame from your phone. Share photos and videos, invite family to contribute, and organize memories into albums to keep your frame filled with cherished moments.

Highlights
  • Connect and manage digital photo frames
  • Share photos and videos
  • Organize memories into albums
  • Invite family members to contribute
  • Track uploads and frame activity
Features
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App Store Description Bring your favorite moments to life with TroveFrame, the companion app for your TroveFrame digital photo frame. Connect your frame by scanning a QR code or entering an access code, then share photos and videos directly from your phone. Invite family members to contribute, organize memories into albums, and keep every connected frame filled with moments that matter. Key Features Easily connect and manage your TroveFrame devices Share photos and videos, and organize family albums Invite family members to share moments together Keep track of uploads and frame activity Whether your family is across the room or across the world, TroveFrame makes it easy to share everyday moments and stay connected. A compatible TroveFrame digital photo frame and an internet connection are required. Available features may vary depending on your role and frame configuration.

Screenshots

Canon DPP Express4 screens
TroveFrame4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: TroveFrame at 100% against Canon DPP Express's 17%. TroveFrame also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 3 months). Canon DPP Express's advantage is ratings volume (2.9K vs 1). On price, 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. TroveFrame asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TroveFrame holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Canon DPP Express has 2.9K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 17% of Canon DPP Express's written reviews are positive against 100% of TroveFrame's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Canon DPP Express ships an update every 3 months, TroveFrame every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Canon DPP Express versus TroveFrame: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCanon DPP ExpressTroveFrame
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (2.9K ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews17.5% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2.9K — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationSubscriptionFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS18.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size112 MB51 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCanon Inc.thinkfit

Customer experience

Canon DPP Express

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

TroveFrame

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
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

TroveFrame

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

TroveFrame

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Canon DPP Express free?
Canon DPP Express is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TroveFrame free?
TroveFrame is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Canon DPP Express or TroveFrame?
TroveFrame is rated higher. Canon DPP Express averages 4.6 out of 5 from 2.9K ratings, while TroveFrame averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Canon DPP Express or TroveFrame have ads?
Neither Canon DPP Express nor TroveFrame shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Canon DPP Express or TroveFrame?
Canon DPP Express ships an update every 3 months, and TroveFrame every 5 days. Most recently, Canon DPP Express was updated on October 16, 2026 and TroveFrame on September 30, 2026.

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