Comparison

DoubleTake vs Camera FrontBack SE

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

Camera FrontBack SE

Record video simultaneously using both your iPhone's front and rear cameras. This app allows you to capture dual perspectives in real-time, perfect for creating engaging content for social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok.

Highlights
  • Simultaneous front and rear camera recording
  • Real-time animation
  • Moveable on-screen window
  • User-friendly interface
Features
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*Сompatible devices: iPhone Xs / Xr and newer. Make your Instagram Stories, TikTok and IGTV videos stand out! Camera FrontBack SE transforms your iPhone into a multi-cam allowing you to capture video from two cameras at the same time. With our video App, we want people around the world to shoot amazing views, architecture, pets, and friends and at the same time allow them to express their emotions being on one screen. Try and get surprised at how you reacted to something which was important to you at the moment. Features: ◆ Simultaneous work with front and rear cameras ◆ Animates in real-time; ◆ Moveable around screen; it has a user-friendly interface and it's easy to use.

Screenshots

DoubleTake4 screens
Camera FrontBack SE2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Camera FrontBack SE at 4.7 against DoubleTake's 3.4. Camera FrontBack SE also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 12) and review sentiment (74% vs 43%). DoubleTake's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 17 months) and ratings volume (503 vs 122). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Camera FrontBack SE asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Camera FrontBack SE holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 503 and 122 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 43% of DoubleTake's written reviews are positive against 74% of Camera FrontBack SE's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DoubleTake ships an update every 2 months, Camera FrontBack SE every 17 months. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
DoubleTake versus Camera FrontBack SE: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDoubleTakeCamera FrontBack SE
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.4 (503 ratings)4.7 (122 ratings) — better
Positive reviews42.9% of reviews73.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings503 — better122
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 17 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS14.1 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size65 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBending Spoons Apps ApSYuliya Andrienko

Customer experience

DoubleTake

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

Camera FrontBack SE

All ratings122 ratings
Positive91.0%
Neutral4.1%
Negative4.9%
Written reviews19 reviews
Positive73.7%
Neutral15.8%
Negative10.5%

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

Camera FrontBack SE

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

Camera FrontBack SE

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is DoubleTake free?
DoubleTake is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Camera FrontBack SE free?
Camera FrontBack SE is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, DoubleTake or Camera FrontBack SE?
Camera FrontBack SE is rated higher. DoubleTake averages 3.4 out of 5 from 503 ratings, while Camera FrontBack SE averages 4.7 from 122 ratings.
Do DoubleTake or Camera FrontBack SE have ads?
Neither DoubleTake nor Camera FrontBack SE shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DoubleTake or Camera FrontBack SE?
DoubleTake ships an update every 2 months, and Camera FrontBack SE every 17 months. Most recently, DoubleTake was updated on September 28, 2026 and Camera FrontBack SE on September 26, 2026.

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