Comparison

HRZN vs MistLens

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

Head to head
About

HRZN

Create cinematic photos with an ultra-wide 21:9 aspect ratio and a variety of custom film effects. Design your own unique cameras with adjustable aspect ratios, film styles, preferred lenses, and fine-tuned details. Import existing photos to apply consistent edits for batch posting.

Highlights
  • 21:9 ultra-wide aspect ratio
  • Handpicked film effects
  • Custom camera creation
  • Adjustable aspect ratios
  • Customizable film effects
  • Import and edit photos
  • Timestamp overlays
Features
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◎ Life in Ultrawide 21:9 Make cinematic photos set in the ultra-wide 21:9 format, directly from your iPhone. Complete the look with handpicked film effects that were HRZN originals: - Metropolitan — a modern film that produces subtly vivid colours - Cosmos — a dramatic film for high-contrast black-and-white shots - Violla — an artistic choice for colours that resemble those on an instant photo from the ’80s … and 40+ more. ◎ Make Your Cameras Life is more than cinema. You can build your own custom cameras that launch with one tap, ready for your day’s mood. Customize your camera with: - Aspect Ratios — the classic 1:1 square, a portrait-worthy large frame emulating 6:7, or DSLR 2:3. - Film Effects — customize the film effect that fits your mood, with customizable intensity to apply. - Preferred Lens — designate a selfie camera, or shoot landscape always with 20mm. The choice is yours! - Fine-tune details — further customize your look with highlight/shadow adjustments, colour fade, vignette, and exposure. - Timestamps! Ring in the nostalgia with handcrafted timestamp overlays that represent key eras of photography history ◎ Import Photos Once you build a camera, you can import photos from Photo Library. Edit your photos for a consistent look, suitable for posting online in a batch. HRZN is closely integrated with your iOS and iPadOS Photo Library. Your edits are always non-destructive and allow do-overs. Edit away! ◎ Find Inspirations Discover editor-curated film effects in the app. The “Discovery” tab is the best place for experiments and trials alike.

About

MistLens

This app offers real-time Black Mist filter effects for photos and videos, allowing users to preview cinematic softness and atmospheric depth before capturing. Adjust intensity and highlight thresholds to achieve a desired look.

Highlights
  • Real-time Black Mist filter rendering
  • Adjustable filter intensity
  • Highlight threshold control
  • Brightness adjustment
  • Rear multi-lens support
  • Dual black/white themes
Features
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I have always loved the Black Mist look, especially the way it softens highlights while keeping texture in the image. It can make skin feel naturally luminous and gives photos and videos a warm cinematic atmosphere. Most Black Mist apps apply the effect only after capture. MistLens was built so you can see the atmosphere in real time before pressing the shutter. MistLens is a camera app for photography lovers and cinematic image makers who want real-time Black Mist, film color, and tactile camera controls. Key features: - Real-time Black Mist rendering for photos and videos - Preview Black Mist on existing photos from the in-app album, then save a separate edited copy - New ARRI-style cinematic color filter for a film-inspired look - Dedicated controls for Black Mist intensity, highlight threshold, and brightness - Rear multi-lens switching support - Modern skeuomorphic design with black and white themes Support:https://donuts-sneeze-ph2.craft.me/43osHqSqva1Y7W Privacy Policy: https://donuts-sneeze-ph2.craft.me/o7fMGXyTpMIR5w Terms of Use: https://donuts-sneeze-ph2.craft.me/ygG5ztrtY5FRex

Screenshots

HRZN4 screens
MistLens4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: HRZN at 79% against MistLens's 26%. HRZN also leads on price (Free vs $2.99). MistLens's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and update cadence (every 5 days vs monthly). On 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

HRZN is free to download; MistLens costs $2.99 up front. HRZN sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. MistLens asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

HRZN ships an update monthly, MistLens every 5 days. Both last shipped on October 18, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
HRZN versus MistLens: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHRZNMistLens
PriceFree — better$2.99
Rating4.4 (61 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews78.6% of reviews — better26.3% of reviews
Number of ratings61 — better—
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.215 — better
Further details — not scored
Size163 MB31 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSasquatch Studio Inc.Dongguan Tuesday Technology Co., Ltd.

Customer experience

HRZN

All ratings61 ratings
Positive85.2%
Neutral6.6%
Negative8.2%
Written reviews42 reviews
Positive78.6%
Neutral2.4%
Negative19.0%

MistLens

Written reviews19 reviews
Positive26.3%
Neutral15.8%
Negative57.9%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

HRZN

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Membership: Monthly$1.991 Month
  • Pro Membership: Annual3 Days trial$8.991 Year
One-time2
  • Pro Membership: Lifetime2 variants$24.99
  • Unlock Everything (Legacy)$24.99
None

MistLens

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is HRZN free?
HRZN is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MistLens free?
MistLens costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do HRZN or MistLens have ads?
Neither HRZN nor MistLens shows ads.
Which is updated more often, HRZN or MistLens?
HRZN ships an update monthly, and MistLens every 5 days. Most recently, HRZN was updated on October 18, 2026 and MistLens on October 18, 2026.

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