DIGIX AMR1 vs Grid
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
DIGIX AMR1
Capture photos with a retro aesthetic inspired by 1980s film cameras. Offers automatic shooting for ease or manual controls for creative freedom, allowing you to master photography principles.
- Retro 1980s Japanese camera design
- Auto Mode for easy shooting
- Manual Mode for full creative control
- Adjust focus, shutter speed, ISO, exposure
- Switch between iPhone lenses with real data
- Learn the Exposure Triangle
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The DIGIX AMR1 camera delivers authentic retro vibes inspired by classic Japanese camera design and engineering. We drew on iconic 1980s 35mm film SLR cameras like the Canon AE-1 and Minolta SR-1, along with modern cameras like the Fujifilm X100VI, to create a camera app masterpiece worth owning. The nostalgic aesthetic taps into vintage photography culture. Use the AMR1 in Auto Mode for quick, easy shooting, or, just like a classic 1980s camera, switch to fully Manual Mode to control focus, shutter speed, ISO, exposure compensation, and switch between iPhone lenses with real focal length and aperture data. Manual Mode unlocks the full creativity of the photography craft, letting you create film-like visuals and authentic images with intentional control — just like shooting with a real film camera. The DIGIX AMR1 camera is a great learning tool to understand the Exposure Triangle and the relationships between shutter speed, ISO, and aperture. Controlling the exposure triangle, plus focus, exposure compensation, and all the lenses on your iPhone, gives you total creative control over the craft of photography. NEW! DIGIX AMR1 includes 8 film simulations, inspired by the film stocks we used in the 1980s, plus 5 SLR camera lens filters. Auto Mode - Free for Everyone: • All users get Auto Mode for free. • The camera automatically takes photos. Full Access - Manual Mode: • Get Full Access to unlock Manual Mode. • Control focus, shutter speed, ISO, and exposure compensation. • Switch between all your iPhone lenses. • Load 8 film simulations and 5 lens filters. • Full Access is a one-time purchase. No subscription. SUPPORT: For support, go to https://www.digiguys.com FAQ: Q: What is so cool about the DIGIX AMR1 camera? A: The DIGIX AMR1 is a beautifully designed camera app that resembles a 1980s film SLR camera. All users get Auto Mode for free. Upgrade to Full Access for Manual Mode to control focus, shutter speed, ISO, exposure compensation, and change lenses. Q: Why would I want Full Access with Manual Mode? A: There is a complex relationship between focal length, shutter speed, ISO, and aperture. Managing these together is how professional photographers get amazing photos. Manual Mode gives you complete creative control. Q: What do I get with Auto Mode? A: Auto Mode is free for all users. The camera automatically sets focus, shutter speed, and ISO for quick and easy photos. Q: What do I get with Full Access? A: Full Access unlocks Manual Mode. Control focus, shutter speed, ISO, exposure compensation, and switch between lenses. Full Access is a one-time purchase with free updates forever. Q: Can I set individual dials to automatic or manual? A: Yes, with Full Access in Manual Mode, you can set each dial to automatic, equivalent to "Priority Settings" in professional cameras. Q: Can I change lenses? A: Yes, with Full Access, you can swipe to the front of the camera to change lenses. The camera detects which lenses you have available on your iPhone and lets you change to any lens, just like a professional camera. Q: Can I control the aperture? A: On the iPhone, the lens aperture is fixed, but it is different for each lens. You can see each lens's aperture and focal length when changing lenses, just like a professional lens. Q: Does it include film simulation? A: Yes, the app includes 8 new film simulations: Chrome, Fade, Instant, Mono, Noir, Process, Tonal, and Transfer. 1980s film stock. Q: Does it include lens filters? A: Yes, the app includes 5 new lens filters: Warm 81B, Cool 80A, Soft Focus, Star 6X, and Graduated ND. Q: Can I use flash? A: Yes, you can tap the flash button, which triggers on the next shutter button press. Q: Can I use a self-timer? A: Yes, you can set a self-timer, triggered on the next shutter button press. FACEBOOK PAGE: Share your success stories and photos at https://www.facebook.com/digiguysapps
Grid
Easily overlay accurate grids onto any photo to aid in drawing, sketching, and stenciling. This tool is designed for artists, illustrators, and tattoo artists to simplify complex images into manageable sections for improved accuracy and proportion.
- Accurate photo grid overlay
- Simplifies complex images
- Aids sketching and painting
- Tattoo stencil creation
- Improves proportion accuracy
- Ad-free and clutter-free interface
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Grid Drawing Tool is the simplest, cleanest way to add accurate grids to any photo. Designed for artists, tattoo artists, illustrators, and designers, this app helps you break down complex images into easy-to-draw sections. Whether you're sketching, painting, creating tattoo stencils, or improving proportions, Grid Drawing Tool gives you a reliable tool to guide your artwork. Fast, Lightweight, and No Ads A clean, focused tool with: Zero ads Zero watermarks Zero clutter Just pure grid-drawing utility. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.notion.so/Welcome-to-PhotoGridder-Support-2ac15d9d04028076bebace6354425c9f?source=copy_link
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: DIGIX AMR1 at 4.9 against Grid's 3.0. DIGIX AMR1 also leads on ratings volume (17 vs 2). Grid's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs monthly). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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
Both are free to download. DIGIX AMR1 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Grid sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
DIGIX AMR1 holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DIGIX AMR1 has 17 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.
DIGIX AMR1 ships an update monthly, Grid every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 8, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | DIGIX AMR1 | Grid |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (17 ratings) — better | 3.0 (2 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 17 — better | 2 |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 — better | 18.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 177 MB | 31 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Digiguys, Inc | ujjwal chafle |
In-app purchases
DIGIX AMR1
- Full Access$9.99
Grid
- Unlimited Access3 Days trial$2.991 Month
- Unlimited Access3 Days trial$7.991 Year
- Unlimited Lifetime Access$12.99








