Comparison

FilmBox by Photomyne vs ColorDev Timer

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

Head to head
About

FilmBox by Photomyne

Transform old film negatives into digital photos with this AI-powered scanner app. Simply use a backlight source and your phone's camera to reveal and scan hidden memories. The app automatically inverts colors and enhances images for optimal results.

Highlights
  • AI-powered negative scanning
  • Automatic color inversion
  • Image enhancement
  • Voice control for capture
  • Unlimited scanning (premium)
  • Photo backup and sharing (premium)
Features
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Brought to you by the developer who built the smartest photo scanner app, Photomyne is proud to now offer an AI-powered negative film scanner app that will blow you away. See how those hidden negative memories are instantly revealed and scanned. IT’S AUTOMATIC - JUST ADD CAMERA FILM NEGATIVES: 1. Open a backlight source on your computer (or use the link provided in the app) 2. Hold the film strip vertically in front of the light 3. Long-press the capture button or simply say “Go” (if voice control is enabled) 4. See negatives magically scanned and images revealed The app’s scanning algorithm automatically inverts colors and enhances the image so you get the best possible scans of your old film negatives. OPTIONAL IN-APP UPGRADE: The first few photos are free. For unlimited use, consider purchasing an optional paid plan (in-app purchase). Here are the premium features you get with a paid plan: * Unlimited scanning * Unlimited photo saving and sharing * Photo backup and access on other devices and online. The app offers an optional paid plan via monthly/yearly auto-renewing subscriptions**, as well as a One-Time plan which is paid for by a single upfront payment (valid for 2 years). These offer unlimited access to the premium mentioned above. **Payment will be charged to your App Store account at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription will automatically renew itself unless auto-renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal by going to your Account Settings in the App Store. If offered, if you choose to use our free trial, any unused portion of the free trial period will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription to that publication, where applicable. Got any questions? We’d love to connect: support@photomyne.com Privacy Policy: https://photomyne.com/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://photomyne.com/terms-of-use

About

ColorDev Timer

Features
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ColorDev Timer is designed for analog photographers developing color film (C-41) who want a clear, reliable, and distraction-free workflow. Choose your development kit, enter the total chemistry volume, how many rolls have already been processed, and whether you’re pushing or pulling film. The app calculates the timings and guides you through each development phase with a clear, lab-friendly timer. All development phases are listed with their individual durations, and the current phase is clearly highlighted. You can start any phase with a single tap and reset the entire process whenever needed. ColorDev Timer also tracks chemical usage, helping you know when your chemistry is approaching its recommended limits. Key features: • Phase-based development timer • Push / pull support • Development kit and volume selection • Roll usage tracking • Clean interface suitable for darkroom use • Designed for real analog workflows • App for Apple Watch No ads. No accounts. No clutter. Just analog photography.

Screenshots

FilmBox by Photomyne4 screens
ColorDev Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: ColorDev Timer at none against FilmBox by Photomyne's shown. ColorDev Timer also leads on device support (3 vs 1). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases 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. FilmBox by Photomyne sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and ColorDev Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FilmBox by Photomyne ships an update every 2 months, ColorDev Timer every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
FilmBox by Photomyne versus ColorDev Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFilmBox by PhotomyneColorDev Timer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (6.2K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews45.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings6.2K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 3 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS17.617.6
Further details — not scored
Size158 MB8 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperPhotomyne LTDAngel David Rodriguez

Bugs and requests

FilmBox by Photomyne

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Frequent crashes and freezes
  • Inability to scan more than a few photos without subscribing
  • Inconsistent performance with different lighting setups
  • Distortion and blurriness in scanned images

Requested features

4 requests
  • Option to disable auto-cropping
  • Better color correction and enhancement tools
  • Support for more negative sizes and formats
  • Ability to save scans without a subscription

ColorDev Timer

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

8 purchases

FilmBox by Photomyne

Subscriptions4
  • Unlimited (Monthly)2 variants$7.991 Month
  • Unlimited (Monthly)$9.991 Month
  • Unlimited (Yearly)3 Days trial$29.991 Year
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  • Unlimited (Yearly)3 Days trial2 variants$39.991 Year
One-time4
  • FilmBox membership$19.99
  • Unlimited scanning (2 years)$29.99
  • Unlimited scanning (2 years)$39.99
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  • Unlimited scanning (2 years)$49.99
1 purchases

ColorDev Timer

One-time1
  • Buy me a coffee$2.99

Questions

Is FilmBox by Photomyne free?
FilmBox by Photomyne is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ColorDev Timer free?
ColorDev Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do FilmBox by Photomyne or ColorDev Timer have ads?
FilmBox by Photomyne shows ads; ColorDev Timer does not.
Which is updated more often, FilmBox by Photomyne or ColorDev Timer?
FilmBox by Photomyne ships an update every 2 months, and ColorDev Timer every 3 months. Most recently, FilmBox by Photomyne was updated on November 7, 2026 and ColorDev Timer on November 5, 2026.

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