# SELPHY Photo Layout vs Capture One

The clearest difference is rating: SELPHY Photo Layout at 4.7 against Capture One's 3.5. SELPHY Photo Layout also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ratings volume (23K vs 331). Capture One's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 4 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Capture One sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $10.99 per month. SELPHY Photo Layout asks for nothing beyond the download.

SELPHY Photo Layout holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SELPHY Photo Layout has 23K ratings behind it against 331, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 37% of SELPHY Photo Layout's written reviews are positive against 18% of Capture One's.

SELPHY Photo Layout ships an update every 4 months, Capture One every 9 days. Both last shipped on November 7, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | SELPHY Photo Layout | Capture One |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (23K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/selphy-photo-layout/id1349015402/reviews)** | [3.5 (331 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/capture-one/id1514081672/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **23K** | 331 |
| Positive reviews | **37.0% of reviews** | 18.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 91 MB | 1.5 GB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 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

### SELPHY Photo Layout

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/selphy-photo-layout/id1349015402)

Create and save custom photo layouts for printing with compatible devices. Decorate images with stamps and text, arrange multiple photos in collages, or print ID photos. Supports various paper sizes and printing functions for personalized photo output.

**Highlights:** Create and save custom photo layouts, Wireless printing with SELPHY printers, Decorate and arrange photos in collages, Print ID photos, Shuffle and custom size printing, Add stamps, text, and QR codes

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great app overall
- 🚀 Easy to use
- 🚀 Prints high-quality photos
- 🚀 Convenient for printing on the go
- 👍 Love the machine

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App freezes and crashes frequently
- 🐛 Connectivity issues with newer devices
- 🐛 Buggy after recent updates
- 🐛 Slow performance and loading times
- 🐛 Difficult to use and navigate

**Reported bugs**

- App freezes and crashes
- Connectivity issues with newer devices
- Unable to select or load photos
- Inconsistent border sizes
- Printing issues after recent updates

**Requested features**

- More layout and customization options
- Ability to resize and reposition photos in layouts
- Bring back N-up printing feature
- Add more fonts, stickers, and overcoat options
- Support for horizontal display on iPad


### Capture One

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

Edit and organize RAW photos directly on your mobile device. Tether your camera for real-time shooting, apply edits instantly, and collaborate with clients through shared feedback and ratings. Seamlessly transition your work to desktop for final touches.

**Highlights:** Tether camera directly to mobile, Real-time shooting and review, RAW photo editing on the go, Instant style and look application, Client collaboration with feedback, External storage support, Supports 550+ camera models

**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 SELPHY Photo Layout free?

SELPHY Photo Layout is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Capture One free?

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

### Which has better reviews, SELPHY Photo Layout or Capture One?

SELPHY Photo Layout is rated higher. SELPHY Photo Layout averages 4.7 out of 5 from 23K ratings, while Capture One averages 3.5 from 331 ratings.

### Do SELPHY Photo Layout or Capture One have ads?

Neither SELPHY Photo Layout nor Capture One shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SELPHY Photo Layout or Capture One?

SELPHY Photo Layout ships an update every 4 months, and Capture One every 9 days. Most recently, SELPHY Photo Layout was updated on November 7, 2026 and Capture One on November 7, 2026.

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