# MixCam vs Small Key

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Small Key at 100% against MixCam's 54%. Small Key also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). MixCam's advantage is price (Free vs $4.99) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 20 months). On ads there is nothing between them.

MixCam is free to download; Small Key costs $4.99 up front. MixCam sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Small Key asks for nothing beyond the download.

Small Key holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MixCam has 6K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 54% of MixCam's written reviews are positive against 100% of Small Key's.

MixCam ships an update fortnightly, Small Key every 20 months. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MixCam | Small Key |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $4.99 |
| Rating | [4.7 (6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mixcam-front-and-back-camera/id1477390597/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/small-key/id6740168314/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **6K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 53.9% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 20 months |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Paid** |
| Size | 65 MB | 24 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Vision Pro** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mixcord Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/336456537) | [Jason Hawkins](https://appshunter.io/developer/433622282) |

## What reviewers say

### MixCam

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mixcam-front-and-back-camera/id1477390597)

Record videos simultaneously using your device's front and back cameras. Capture your reactions while filming a scene, narrate your videos, or take group photos without missing yourself. This app is ideal for authentic vlogging and live reactions.

**Highlights:** Shoot both cameras at the same time, Action Mode for steady video, Switch cameras during filming, Group photo mode, Add motion blur in real time, MixOver camera mode

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Business Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Pro Camera | $49.99 | per year |
| Remove Watermark | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Excellent app
- 🚀 Works great
- 💡 Awesome dual camera feature
- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Nice alternative to BeReal

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Audio/video issues
- 🐛 Camera quality problems
- 🐛 Crashes/freezes
- 💰 Expensive/too many paid features
- 🐛 Compatibility issues with older devices

**Reported bugs**

- Camera not working simultaneously
- Video recording not working
- Audio not recording
- Camera brightness issues
- Camera flipping upside down

**Requested features**

- Add 4K video support
- Improve image stabilization
- Allow separate video files for front/back cameras
- Add live streaming to social platforms
- Provide more camera controls (exposure, focus, etc.)


### Small Key

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/small-key/id6740168314)

Transform your device into a versatile portable light source. Adjust brightness and color temperature by dragging your finger across the screen. Save custom presets for quick access and sync them across your devices.

**Highlights:** Portable key light, Adjustable brightness, Adjustable color temperature, Save custom presets, iCloud sync, Screen brightness control

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MixCam free?

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

### Is Small Key free?

Small Key costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, MixCam or Small Key?

Small Key is rated higher. MixCam averages 4.7 out of 5 from 6K ratings, while Small Key averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do MixCam or Small Key have ads?

Neither MixCam nor Small Key shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, MixCam or Small Key?

MixCam ships an update fortnightly, and Small Key every 20 months. Most recently, MixCam was updated on November 3, 2026 and Small Key on October 28, 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.*