Comparison

CameraFTP Time Lapse vs Timelapse Planner

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

Head to head
About

CameraFTP Time Lapse

Transform your smartphone into an IP camera for automatic time-lapse recording. Upload images to cloud storage for long-term retention and view them from anywhere as a video. Ideal for tracking construction projects, plant growth, and seasonal changes.

Highlights
  • Automatic image capture
  • Cloud storage with long retention
  • Remote viewing via web and mobile
  • Supports smartphones, tablets, and IP cameras
  • Batch download for offline processing
  • Online time-lapse video creation
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CameraFTP Timelapse App can use your iPhone or iPad as an IP camera for timelapse recording. You can save the cost of buying an IP camera. You can use WiFi or 4G/5G mobile data connection, so it works anywhere. The app is extremely easy. It can automatically take a phone every few minutes, then upload it to CameraFTP cloud storage. CameraFTP is a leading Cloud Recording service provider. Our timelapse recording service can support up to 10 years of retention time. You can view the timelapse camera from anywhere. The recorded images can be viewed like video. You can publish the camera and embed the camera in your own web pages. It is ideal for construction projects. CameraFTP Timelapse Recording service also supports regular IP cameras. CameraFTP Timelapse Advantages include: - Automatic. Users don't need to manually record imgages; - Supports IP cameras, smartphones, tablets and webcams; - Multi-year retention time; - Browser-based timelapse camera viewer; and mobile camera viewer app; - Batch download recorded images for offline viewing and processing; - Online Timelapse video creator; - Low cost. Timelapse Usage Cases: - Construction project time-lapse, e.g. construction of a building, bridge, dam, ship, etc. A construction project may take 3 months to several years. - Growing plants. It may take a few weeks to a few years. The time-lapse video can quickly tell how plants grow from a seed to big plants. - Blossoming flowers. - Changing seasons (of a city or mountain, etc.) - Stars in the sky. You can use CameraFTP Viewer app to view your time-lapse camera online. CameraFTP has free web browser based viewer and mobile viewer app for iOS and other platforms. Please go to App Store to download the CameraFTP Viewer app. About DriveHQ.com/CameraFTP.com: DriveHQ is a leading cloud IT service provider founded in 2003. It offers the most efficient and reliable Cloud File Server/WebDAV Drive Mapping service. It is one of the largest FTP/SFTP hosting service providers. CameraFTP is a DriveHQ division, and a leading Cloud Recording, Home & Business Monitoring service provider. DriveHQ has over 20 years of great track record. Our service up-time is over 99.99%. Please sign up for a free trial now.

About

Timelapse Planner

Features
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Timelapse Planner: Your Essential Companion for Timelapse Photography Take your timelapse photography to the next level with Timelapse Planner, the ultimate tool designed to simplify your creative process. Whether you’re capturing mesmerizing sunsets, bustling cityscapes, or dramatic star trails, our app helps you calculate all the critical parameters for perfect timelapse videos. Key Features: Shooting Intervals: Precisely calculate the ideal interval between shots for seamless transitions. Clip Lengths: Know exactly how long your final timelapse video will be before you start shooting. Event Durations: Plan your shoot around the duration of the event you’re capturing. Integrated Calculations: Combine clip lengths and event durations to ensure your setup aligns perfectly with your vision. With its unique and intuitive design, Timelapse Planner is built to meet the needs of both amateur enthusiasts and professional photographers. The app works seamlessly without requiring permissions or collecting private data, ensuring your privacy. All settings are stored locally on your device for your convenience. Why Choose Timelapse Planner? Timelapse photography is an art that requires precision, and Timelapse Planner empowers you to focus on creativity rather than calculations. Download it today and start planning your next breathtaking timelapse!

Screenshots

CameraFTP Time Lapse4 screens
Timelapse Planner4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Timelapse Planner at none against CameraFTP Time Lapse's 2. Timelapse Planner also leads on update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 11 months). CameraFTP Time Lapse's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 12.0). 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. CameraFTP Time Lapse sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Timelapse Planner asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CameraFTP Time Lapse ships an update every 11 months, Timelapse Planner every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
CameraFTP Time Lapse versus Timelapse Planner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCameraFTP Time LapseTimelapse Planner
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 11 monthsEvery 4 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.0 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size61 MB33 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDrive Headquarters, Inc.Batuhan Tufekci

In-app purchases

2 purchases

CameraFTP Time Lapse

One-time2
  • Monthly Time Lapse Service$5.99
  • Yearly Time Lapse Service$59.99
None

Timelapse Planner

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CameraFTP Time Lapse free?
CameraFTP Time Lapse is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Timelapse Planner free?
Timelapse Planner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do CameraFTP Time Lapse or Timelapse Planner have ads?
Neither CameraFTP Time Lapse nor Timelapse Planner shows ads.
Which is updated more often, CameraFTP Time Lapse or Timelapse Planner?
CameraFTP Time Lapse ships an update every 11 months, and Timelapse Planner every 4 weeks. Most recently, CameraFTP Time Lapse was updated on September 18, 2026 and Timelapse Planner on October 13, 2026.

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