Instant Camo vs Continue Camera
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Instant Camo
This app allows for instant video recording and editing, making vlog creation effortless. It offers advanced features like 4K recording, zoom, and stabilization, with options for enhanced privacy and customization. Premium features are available via in-app purchase.
- Instant recording on launch
- Pause and resume recording
- Switch cameras while filming
- 4K recording at 60fps
- Slow motion recording
- In-app video editing
- Adjustable zoom up to 99.9x
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An extremely simple yet unbelievably capable video recording and editing app! Whether you have an iPhone 4S, or an iPhone 11 Pro, you will never miss a moment that is worth being captured on video. Just launch the app and recording is already in progress, no need to swipe or press additional buttons. Easily pause and resume the recording, or switch between front and back cameras while filming. When you are done, simply close the app and the video will be waiting for you in the Camera Roll. MAIN FEATURES: • Record instantly as soon as you launch the app. • Automatically save the video upon exit, either to the Camera Roll (by default), or to the app documents folder (for additional privacy). • Record in 4K at 60 frames per second. Or film a slow motion video in 1080p at 240 fps. It is all up to you. Simply choose the resolution and frame rate that you prefer. • Create vlog style videos with no effort. • Pause and resume the recording - just press and hold the record button or tap the video duration indicator. • Resume recording your last saved video. • Switch between front and back cameras while recording. • Easily select the desired camera using the Today Screen Widget straight from the lock screen and recording will start immediately. • Select a different recording screen for extra privacy. • Edit your recording from within the app - rotate, trim, cut and rearrange selected parts of the video. You can also zoom into any given area in the video for a selected period of time. PREMIUM FEATURES (available via an In-App Purchase): • No limit on the recording duration. • No ads. ADDITIONAL FEATURES (also available in the free version): • Record in any resolution and frame rate that you desire - 720p/1080p/4K at 24/25/30/48/50/60 fps. • Record with 3 levels of video stabilization - Standard, Cinematic and Extended Cinematic. • Record in HEVC format for reduced video file size. In addition, you can also adjust the video bitrate in order to fine-tune the quality and file size of your recording. • Zoom while recording up to 99.9x (depends on the actual device) using either Pinch to Zoom, or Swipe Up/Down gestures. If your device has a telephoto camera, you can use it to achieve a higher quality zoom effect. • Adjust zoom level directly or have it gradually ramp up to the desired level. • Use the flashlight while recording with either front or back camera. • Set (and lock) focus and exposure using a Tap gesture. • Manually adjust focus and exposure using Swipe gestures. • Add a 3x3 grid layer over the camera view while recording. • Launch the app in portrait or landscape mode. Your recording will always be in the correct orientation. It even works upside down! • Rotate your device as you record, video orientation will be adjusted accordingly. • Record while your background music is playing. • Share the recorded videos with your favourite apps and services. NOTE: The free version is ad-supported and has a limit on the recording duration. These restrictions can be removed via a one-time In-App Purchase. If you enjoy the app, please consider supporting our team by giving us a rating and sharing your feedback in the App Store. That way, we will be able to provide you with great new features in future. Happy recording!
Continue Camera
Record and edit videos simultaneously, completing your edits as you shoot. Features include pause/resume, auto-cut based on volume or smiles, and real-time filters. Create dynamic videos with fast-forward, reverse playback, and various visual effects.
- Real-time video editing during recording
- Pause and resume shooting
- Auto-cut based on volume or smiles
- Automatic fade-in/out on pause/resume
- Adjustable fast-forward and reverse playback
- Extensive real-time color filters and effects
- Face detection and deformation effects
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Edit video while shooting video. Editing is complete when shooting is complete! Pause / Resume function, record only where it is needed. It corresponds to the ratio of 1: 1, 16: 9, 4: 3. Rich real time filter. Because you can pause and fast-forward while shooting, you can only shoot videos where needed. Fade-in / out can be added automatically when pausing / resuming, No need to edit videos later /******* Editing function ******/ * Auto cut Automatically record only when the volume exceeds the specified value. There is also a recording mode only for the moment of smile. * Fade in out Automatically dims the image when paused / restarted. The color when fading in and out can be changed from the settings. * Fast forward You can change 1 to 10 times fast forward during shooting. You can shoot time-lapse movies with audio while changing the speed freely. * Reverse play Make a 10 second reverse playback video. *Mute You can mute the audio at any time during shooting. /*********Real time filter**********/ *10 color processing You can easily change the color of the movie, such as the part color that displays only the specified color. *10 effect Add special effects such as adding effects to diorama processing, afterimages, and movement. *8 deformation Deform shapes such as fisheye lens style and puzzles. *8 face detect Recognize human faces and add effects such as processing and posters. *9 else Anime style and video delivery site style are possible. You can control shooting from Apple Watch.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Instant Camo at 4.1 against Continue Camera's 2.8. Instant Camo also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Instant Camo sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Continue Camera sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Instant Camo holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Instant Camo has 304 ratings behind it against 52, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 40% and 40% positive.
Instant Camo ships an update monthly, Continue Camera every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Instant Camo | Continue Camera |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.1 (304 ratings) — better | 2.8 (52 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 39.6% of reviews | 40.4% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 304 — better | 52 |
| Update frequency | Monthly — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 9.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 24 MB | 8 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Boris Milanov | Ayumu Kinoshita |
Customer experience
Instant Camo
Continue Camera
Bugs and requests
Instant Camo
Reported bugs
11 issues- Videos record as white/blank files
- App randomly ends videos mid-recording
- Pause feature not working properly
- Unwanted auto-zoom during recording
- Phone auto-turns on and records without permission
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- Ads interrupt and stop recordings
- Videos don't save or delete unexpectedly
- App crashes or freezes
- Black screen display on app open
- In-app audio playback too quiet
- Adaptive orientation not working correctly
Requested features
12 requests- Longer free recording duration (5-10 minutes minimum)
- Widget support for quick access
- Apple Watch app
- Direct upload to YouTube and social media
- Better merge clips functionality
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- Portrait/landscape mode switching during recording
- Telephoto lens quick access button
- Option to disable auto-recording on app open
- Improved accessibility for visually impaired users
- Ultra-wide camera support
- Ability to store multiple videos simultaneously
- Landscape menu display in landscape mode
Continue Camera
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Instant Camo
- Unlimited Recording$3.99
- Pro Version$6.99
Continue Camera
- remove ads and logo$1.99
Questions
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