# Hipstamatic® Analog Camera vs FIMO

The clearest difference is rating: Hipstamatic® Analog Camera at 4.6 against FIMO's 4.0. Hipstamatic® Analog Camera also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (2.9K vs 258). FIMO's advantage is review sentiment (59% vs 39%) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs monthly). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Hipstamatic® Analog Camera sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and FIMO sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $29.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Hipstamatic® Analog Camera holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hipstamatic® Analog Camera has 2.9K ratings behind it against 258, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 39% of Hipstamatic® Analog Camera's written reviews are positive against 59% of FIMO's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Hipstamatic® Analog Camera ships an update monthly, FIMO every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on November 6, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Hipstamatic® Analog Camera | FIMO |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (2.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hipstamatic-analog-camera/id1450672436/reviews)** | [4.0 (258 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fimo-analog-camera/id1454219307/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.9K** | 258 |
| Positive reviews | 39.5% of reviews | **59.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 184 MB | 376 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPod** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Hipstamatic, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/342115567) | [Guangzhou Hongxiao Network Technology Co.,Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1780310685) |

## What reviewers say

### Hipstamatic® Analog Camera

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hipstamatic-analog-camera/id1450672436)

This app simulates shooting with a vintage analog film camera, applying effects like lenses and films before you take the photo. Explore over a thousand unique analog combinations and connect with a community of photographers without algorithms or ads.

**Highlights:** Analog film camera simulation, Pre-shoot effect application, 1000+ lens and film combinations, Chronological community feed, No ads or algorithms, Photo challenges and stamps

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hipstamatic Camera Club | $7.99 | per month |
| Hipstamatic Camera Club | $19.99 | per 6 months |
| Hipstamatic Camera Club | $29.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Simple and intuitive interface
- 👍 Variety of creative filters and effects
- 💡 Ability to create custom camera presets
- 🤩 Fun and engaging community features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Locked features behind paywall
- 😞 Loss of previous purchases and customizations
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and stability issues
- 💸 Expensive subscription model

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to save custom camera presets
- Inconsistent behavior when editing photos
- Syncing issues with photo library and cloud storage

**Requested features**

- Ability to import photos from camera roll
- Option to change aspect ratio beyond square format
- Restore previous purchases and customizations
- Improved search and organization for lenses/films


### FIMO

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fimo-analog-camera/id1454219307)

This app transforms your digital photos into vintage film images with a single tap. It emulates the look of old film rolls, adding effects like dust, scratches, and light leaks. Explore a collection of classic camera interfaces and film presets for a retro aesthetic.

**Highlights:** Vintage film emulation, Dust and scratch effects, Retro color filters, Light leak simulation, Flickering and frame shakes, Classic camera interfaces, Selective 35mm film presets

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| fimo pro for 1 year | $29.99 | per year |
| IF PAN100 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Aesthetic400 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Yummy 100 | $0.99 | one-time |
| X-Red50 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Morandi200 | $0.99 | one-time |
| GOLD 200 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Portra 160NC | $1.99 | one-time |
| X-Mas 25T | $1.99 | one-time |
| New Year 2020 | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🤩 Excellent film simulations
- 👍 Intuitive and pleasant UI
- 🎨 Beautiful vintage-style photos
- 🔍 Wide variety of film stocks
- 💯 Best-in-class camera app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🔒 Concerns about data collection
- 🐛 Buggy and unreliable
- 🔍 Limited film stock options
- 📷 Forced aspect ratio on imported photos

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch for some users
- Purchased films disappearing after updates
- Video feature not working as expected
- Difficulty restoring in-app purchases
- Inconsistent performance on newer devices

**Requested features**

- Add timer functionality
- Option to save original unprocessed photos
- Ability to purchase individual film stocks
- Faster switching between film stocks
- Live preview of film effects before shooting


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Hipstamatic® Analog Camera free?

Hipstamatic® Analog Camera is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is FIMO free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Hipstamatic® Analog Camera or FIMO?

Hipstamatic® Analog Camera is rated higher. Hipstamatic® Analog Camera averages 4.6 out of 5 from 2.9K ratings, while FIMO averages 4.0 from 258 ratings.

### Do Hipstamatic® Analog Camera or FIMO have ads?

FIMO shows ads; Hipstamatic® Analog Camera does not.

### Which is updated more often, Hipstamatic® Analog Camera or FIMO?

Hipstamatic® Analog Camera ships an update monthly, and FIMO every 2 weeks. Most recently, Hipstamatic® Analog Camera was updated on November 6, 2026 and FIMO on November 6, 2026.

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