# Stage Timer vs Blackmagic Camera

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Blackmagic Camera at 25K against Stage Timer's 11. Blackmagic Camera also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.5) and chart position (#16 vs unranked). Stage Timer's advantage is review sentiment (86% vs 68%) and iOS requirement (9.3 vs 18.0). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Blackmagic Camera holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Blackmagic Camera has 25K ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 86% of Stage Timer's written reviews are positive against 68% of Blackmagic Camera's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

## The numbers

| Metric | Stage Timer | Blackmagic Camera |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stage-timer/id1387644423/reviews) | **[4.8 (25K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blackmagic-camera/id6449580241/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 11 | **25K** |
| Positive reviews | **85.7% of reviews** | 68.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | — | No |
| Update frequency | — | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Best chart rank | — | **#16** |
| Size | 20 MB | 203 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.3** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Ricky Gore](https://appshunter.io/developer/1387644422) | [Blackmagic Design Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/419527253) |

## What reviewers say

### Stage Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stage-timer/id1387644423)

This countdown timer helps presenters stay on schedule during speeches or presentations. It offers features like auto-start, a clock mode after the countdown, and integration with PowerPoint remotes for control.

**Highlights:** Countdown timer for presentations, Auto-start countdown, Clock mode after countdown, PowerPoint remote integration, Adjust time with remote, Start/stop countdown with remote

**In-app purchases:** none


### Blackmagic Camera

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blackmagic-camera/id6449580241)

**Currently charting:** #16 Top Free · Photo & Video (US App Store)

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a professional digital film camera. Achieve a cinematic look with Hollywood-grade controls, including frame rate, shutter angle, and ISO adjustments. Record in industry-standard formats directly to cloud storage for seamless global collaboration.

**Highlights:** Digital film camera controls, Cinematic 'look' for Hollywood films, Adjust frame rate, shutter angle, white balance, ISO, Record to Blackmagic Cloud, Industry standard 10-bit Apple ProRes files up to 4K, Interactive Heads Up Display (HUD), Professional audio options

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Powerful camera controls
- 👍 Intuitive and well-designed UI
- 🎥 Cinematic video quality
- 💰 Free app with professional features
- 🔗 Integration with Blackmagic ecosystem

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Stability issues and crashes
- 🔍 Inaccurate storage indicator
- 🔀 Orientation issues when switching cameras
- 🔊 Audio input issues
- 🔒 Lack of remote control/monitoring options

**Reported bugs**

- Stabilization issues in certain recording modes
- Exposure and focus settings not staying locked
- Timelapse mode not clearly indicated
- HDMI output not working reliably
- Audio source randomly switching to 'None'

**Requested features**

- Add log/flat color profiles
- Implement waveform and vectorscope monitors
- Allow locking shutter speed with auto ISO
- Provide preset options for common settings
- Add support for external accessories (e.g., gimbals)


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Stage Timer free?

Stage Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Blackmagic Camera free?

Blackmagic Camera is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Stage Timer or Blackmagic Camera?

Blackmagic Camera is rated higher. Stage Timer averages 4.5 out of 5 from 11 ratings, while Blackmagic Camera averages 4.8 from 25K ratings.

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