Comparison

DoubleTake vs Crosstour

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

Head to head
About

DoubleTake

Record video from two iPhone cameras simultaneously, offering unique shooting modes like split-screen and picture-in-picture. Control focus and exposure for both cameras during capture.

Highlights
  • Simultaneous dual-camera recording
  • Picture-in-Picture (PiP) mode
  • Split-screen recording
  • Adjustable focus and exposure
  • Camera visualization tool
  • Selectable frame rates
Features
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DoubleTake transforms your iPhone into a multi-cam studio allowing you to capture video from two cameras at the same time on recent devices* *NOTE: Per iOS 15 capabilities, multi-cam video is restricted to the following devices only: iPhone 13 series devices, iPhone 12 series devices, iPhone 11 Pro Max, 11 Pro, 11, Xs Max, Xs, Xr, SE 2. iPad Pro 2018 and newer. While this app will install and function on all devices supported by iOS 15, all devices outside of this list will be restricted to recording video from on a single camera. Use DoubleTake to record video in new ways: - Camera Visualization: Better than a director’s viewfinder! Use DoubleTake’s camera picker view to visualize all available cameras for your device. Use this view to help decide how to frame your shot and which cameras you will select. - Shot/Reverse shot: To capture all the organic and intimate interaction between two actors or interviewer and interviewee. Traditionally, filmmakers would need to employ two cameras and place these in cumbersome ‘over the shoulder’ locations. With DoubleTake you can place one device in between your actors and place the audience right in the middle of the conversation. - Multi-cam: Capture two different focal lengths of the same subject at the same time. Use DoubleTake with the Ultra Wide lens (iPhone 11 Pro Max, 11 Pro and 11 only) and the Tele to capture both an establishing shot and a punch-in on your subject simultaneously. Or use any other combination of front and rear lenses for unrivaled multi-cam capture. - PiP or Discreet: The DoubleTake interface allows you to see both cameras of your video capture at the same time through the use of a Picture in Picture (PiP) window. You can move this PiP around the screen, tap to zoom in, or swipe it away if it’s distracting (the second video will continue to record). With DoubleTake you can decide if you want to record your videos as separate discrete files or if you want the video recorded as a composite video that includes the PiP window animated as you see it on the screen. - Split-screen: Doubletake also allows you to use any two cameras to create a 50/50 split-screen effect that is saved as a single video. This is great for capturing engaging interviews, or any scenario where two sides of the story need equal weighting on screen. - Focus & Exposure Controls: DoubleTake allows you to set and lock your focus and exposure on both cameras during multi-cam capture with our unified reticle. Just tap anywhere to set an area of interest with the reticle, then tap again to lock or unlock. Our easy to use camera switcher lets you effortlessly move between your A and B cams during a recording to adjust the focus and exposure for each independently of one another. Video Specs: - Full frame focus and exposure for smooth and easy automated focus and exposure adjustments. - Selectable broadcast frame rates: 24fps, 25fps, and 30fps depending on your project requirements. - 1080p video at high bitrate encoding for maximum quality. (note: 1080p video is the maximum resolution supported by the Apple API for multi-cam capture). - Composited PiP or separate discreet video files recorded as .h264 .mov files are saved to DoubleTake’s internal library which supports batch export to the Camera Roll. Terms of Use: https://support.bendingspoons.com/tos.html?app=436577167

About

Crosstour

Connect your phone to an action camera to control it, capture HD images, and manage your favorite moments. Share videos and photos with family and friends, and enjoy exclusive membership benefits.

Highlights
  • Live shooting preview
  • Camera control and settings
  • Manage photos and videos
  • Share video and photo content
  • Membership benefits and warranty
Features
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CROSSTOUR Action Camera Assistant Easy to use and easy to own. Catch your The new best partner in the world, Used for your outdoor sports and activities. Right now! We sincerely invite you to download the Crosstour sports camera app, connect your phone to the CROSSTOUR action camera, control the camera, capture HD images, manage your favorite moments, and share wonderful moments with family and friends. Crosstour, with you to enjoy a better life. We hope your CROSSTOUR action camera will try its best to bring you more fun. Crosstour consistently attach great importance to product quality and high customer satisfaction. We hope that you have enjoyed the fantastic quality of our products and services, We will continue our efforts to meet your requirements and expectations in the future as well. Support device: -CT8500 -CT9100 -CT9300 -CT9500 -CT9700 -CT9900 feature -Live shooting preview -Camera control and settings -Play, download, delete and other management functions -Video and photo sharing -Join a Crosstour member, to enjoy Crosstour membership benefits,and apply for a 36-month warranty for your action camera ---- Follow us ---- Website: https://www.crosstour.co Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/crosstourworld Twitter: https://twitter.com/CrosstourCam Instagram: http://instagram.com/crosstour_official Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmZip95dtcB1C9QL_58rTcA

Screenshots

DoubleTake4 screens
Crosstour4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: DoubleTake at 3.4 against Crosstour's 1.2. DoubleTake also leads on review sentiment (43% vs 3%) and ratings volume (505 vs 16). Crosstour's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 12) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, 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

Both are free to download. DoubleTake sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Crosstour asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

DoubleTake holds the better App Store score, 3.4 against 1.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DoubleTake has 505 ratings behind it against 16, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 43% of DoubleTake's written reviews are positive against 3% of Crosstour's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DoubleTake ships an update every 2 months, Crosstour every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
DoubleTake versus Crosstour: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDoubleTakeCrosstour
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.4 (505 ratings) — better1.2 (16 ratings)
Positive reviews42.9% of reviews — better3.0% of reviews
Number of ratings505 — better16
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS14.19.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size65 MB37 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBending Spoons Apps ApSAFAR TECHNOLOGY LIMITED

Customer experience

DoubleTake

All ratings503 ratings
Positive58.4%
Neutral7.6%
Negative34.0%
Written reviews406 reviews
Positive42.9%
Neutral15.3%
Negative41.9%

Crosstour

All ratings13 ratings
Positive7.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative92.3%
Written reviews33 reviews
Positive3.0%
Neutral6.1%
Negative90.9%

Bugs and requests

DoubleTake

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Front camera footage recorded upside down
  • Inability to save/export recorded videos
  • App crashing on launch for some devices
  • Inconsistent performance across iPhone models

Requested features

5 requests
  • 4K video support
  • 60fps recording
  • Ability to record with more than 2 cameras
  • Option to save settings and preferences
  • Flashlight/low-light support

Crosstour

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

12 purchases

DoubleTake

Subscriptions12
  • DoubleTake Weekly With FT7 Days trial$0.997 Days
  • DoubleTake Weekly With FT7 Days trial$1.497 Days
  • Weekly Subscription$1.497 Days
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  • Weekly Bundle Subscription7 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Weekly Bundle Subscription$4.997 Days
  • Weekly Creator Bundle with FT7 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Weekly Creator Bundle$9.997 Days
  • DoubleTake Yearly With FT7 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • Yearly Subscription$19.991 Year
  • Yearly Bundle Subscription7 Days trial$69.991 Year
  • Yearly Bundle Subscription$69.991 Year
  • Yearly Creator Bundle with FT7 Days trial$99.991 Year
None

Crosstour

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is DoubleTake free?
DoubleTake is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Crosstour free?
Crosstour is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, DoubleTake or Crosstour?
DoubleTake is rated higher. DoubleTake averages 3.4 out of 5 from 505 ratings, while Crosstour averages 1.2 from 16 ratings.
Do DoubleTake or Crosstour have ads?
Neither DoubleTake nor Crosstour shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DoubleTake or Crosstour?
DoubleTake ships an update every 2 months, and Crosstour every 3 weeks. Most recently, DoubleTake was updated on October 25, 2026 and Crosstour on October 20, 2026.

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