# SmartRecorder vs OpenCam

The clearest difference is rating: OpenCam at 4.4 against SmartRecorder's 3.2. OpenCam also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 6 weeks) and review sentiment (55% vs 43%). SmartRecorder's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and device support (3 vs 1). On price and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. OpenCam sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. SmartRecorder asks for nothing beyond the download.

OpenCam holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: OpenCam has 50 ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 43% of SmartRecorder's written reviews are positive against 55% of OpenCam's.

SmartRecorder ships an update every 6 weeks, OpenCam fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SmartRecorder | OpenCam |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.2 (10 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smartrecorder/id1461041445/reviews) | **[4.4 (50 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/opencam-open-gate-camera/id6743316690/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 10 | **50** |
| Positive reviews | 42.9% of reviews | **54.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 62 MB | 27 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Shenzhen DSQN Investment Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1491877598) | [ZHI QI](https://appshunter.io/developer/1600280957) |

## What reviewers say

### SmartRecorder

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smartrecorder/id1461041445)

Record, edit, and manage audio and video files with advanced features like real-time monitoring, sound effect processing, and a teleprompter. Supports background operation and multi-language switching for a seamless user experience.

**Highlights:** Real-time audio monitoring, Sound effect processing (noise reduction, low cut), Audio editing (fading, cropping, splitting), High-definition 4K video recording, Teleprompter for video recording, Voice to text recognition, Background recording and playback

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### OpenCam

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/opencam-open-gate-camera/id6743316690)

This professional video camera app offers advanced manual controls for creators. Record in flexible aspect ratios, import custom looks, and utilize a built-in teleprompter. It prioritizes privacy with no account required and no ads.

**Highlights:** Flexible 4:3 aspect ratio recording, Manual control over focus, shutter, ISO, white balance, Import .cube LUT files for custom looks, Integrated teleprompter with voice following, RGB histogram and audio level meters, Glide Zoom for smooth camera movement, DockKit gimbal support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Monthly (1 Month) | $4.99 | per month |
| Pro Yearly (1 Year) | $17.99 | per year |
| Pro Lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SmartRecorder free?

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

### Is OpenCam free?

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

### Which has better reviews, SmartRecorder or OpenCam?

OpenCam is rated higher. SmartRecorder averages 3.2 out of 5 from 10 ratings, while OpenCam averages 4.4 from 50 ratings.

### Do SmartRecorder or OpenCam have ads?

Neither SmartRecorder nor OpenCam shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SmartRecorder or OpenCam?

SmartRecorder ships an update every 6 weeks, and OpenCam fortnightly. Most recently, SmartRecorder was updated on November 3, 2026 and OpenCam on November 6, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*