Comparison

Protake vs FilesPlay

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

Head to head
About

Protake

This app offers professional cinema camera features for mobile devices, enabling advanced video recording and monitoring. It includes features like Wi-Fi video transmission, multiple recording modes, and sophisticated color grading tools.

Highlights
  • Wi-Fi Video Transmission
  • Multiple Recording Modes (AUTO, PRO, DUAL, PORTRAIT)
  • LOG Gamma Curve & Cinematic Looks
  • Advanced Monitoring Tools
  • Composition & Exposure Assistants
  • Frame Rate Normalization
  • Standard File Naming & Metadata
Features
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Protake brings the filmmaking experience of professional cinema cameras to your mobile devices. No matter you're a daily vlogger, a commercial director, or a well-established filmmaker, you will benefit from Protake's features, including: # [NEW] WI-FI VIDEO TRANSMISSION · In the landscape orientation of AUTO and PRO modes, you can start the brand new Wi-Fi Video Transmission system. · You can transmit the video from 1 "camera" to 4 "monitors" (yes, we're talking about iPhones and iPads). · You can watch up to 4 "cameras" on 1 "monitor". · You can wirelessly start and stop the recording of all "cameras". · You can even monitor HDR and SDR video streams on the same screen. · It's a ground-breaking end-to-end mobile recording and monitoring experience. · It's brought to you by Protake. # MODES · AUTO mode: a mode optimized for vloggers and YouTubers, you can use it single-handedly. · PRO mode: a mode designed for professional filmmakers. All the camera information and control settings are well aligned on the screen. · DUAL mode: recording video with two cameras working at the same time. Recorded in one file as Picture in Picture or two files. · PORTRAIT mode: with iPhone Pro and iPad Pro's LiDAR sensor and the devices' powerful processors, you can record "portrait mode video" with real-time blurred background. # COLOR · LOG: it's not only a genuine LOG gamma curve -- we strictly matched your mobile device's color to the industrial standard - ALEXA Log C. · Cinematic Looks: we provided a dozen of cinematic looks for filmmakers -- the styles are categorized into Neutral Styles, Film Emulation (classic Kodak and Fuji cinema film), Movie Inspired (blockbusters and indie masterpieces), and ALEXA Looks. # ASSISTANTS · Monitoring tools: Waveform, Parade, Histogram, RGB Histogram, Audio Meter. · Composition assistants: Aspect Ratios, Safe Area, Thirds, Crosshairs, and 3-axis Horizon Indicators. · Exposure assistants: Zebra Strips,False Color, Exposure Compensation, Auto Exposure. · Focus assistants: Focus Peaking and Auto Focus. · Recording: Record Beeper, Record Flash, Volume Key Record. · Zooming and Focusing: A-B Point. # DATA · Frame Rate Normalization: Mobile devices don't have perfect frame rate control, therefore, it's easy to get non-standard variable frame rate. Protake solves this problem fundamentally and makes strictly constant FPS of 24, 25, 30, 60, 120, etc. · File-naming: All the video files saved by Protake use the standard naming system: Camera Unit + Reel Number + Clip Count + Date + Suffix. It's something like "A001C00203_200412_IR8J.MOV"... Sounds familiar? · Metadata: Everything including device model, ISO, shutter angel, white balance, lens, connected accessories, location, are all well recorded in the file's metadata. · Time code: We provided both options for you -- Free Run and Record Run. It's compatible with your cinema cameras. # Protake+ · With a Protake+ membership, you can use all the features, including: Pro mode, LOG gamma curve, Protake Cinematic Looks, all the assistant tools, data management, 3rd-party accessories. · Protake+ provides 1-year membership for you to purchase; · Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase; · Your subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew 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; · The renewal price for 1-year membership is USD 19.99. · You can manage your subscription and switch off the auto-renewal by accessing your Account Settings after purchase; · All personal data is handled under the terms and conditions of Protake’s privacy policy. More details can be found here: https://terms.alicdn.com/legal-agreement/terms/platform_service/20220621172324148/20220621172324148.html https://terms.alicdn.com/legal-agreement/terms/privacy/20220704104156634/20220704104156634.html

About

FilesPlay

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FilesPlay is a simple and fast media player designed to play content from FilesPlay supported links and external storage. Access your media instantly, manage downloads for FilesPlay links, and enjoy smooth playback with an easy and clean interface. FilesPlay focuses on quick playback, lightweight navigation, and reliable performance, giving you a streamlined way to watch videos from your device or FilesPlay links. Key Features Play media from FilesPlay supported links Browse and play videos and audio from external storage Download files from valid FilesPlay links Clean and lightweight interface Fast and smooth playback FilesPlay provides a focused and efficient experience for users who want quick access to their media and FilesPlay link content. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://filesplay.com/privacy-policy

Screenshots

Protake4 screens
FilesPlay4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Protake at none against FilesPlay's shown. On price, update cadence, in-app purchases 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. Protake sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per year and FilesPlay sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Protake versus FilesPlay: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterProtakeFilesPlay
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (1.3K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews40.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.3K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS14.1 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size75 MB122 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperBeijing Lingguang Zaixian Information Technology LimitedHammad Qasim

Bugs and requests

Protake

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Videos not saving properly
  • Subscription not working as expected
  • Stabilization issues in 4K Pro mode
  • Unexpected errors and crashes

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add 4K 60fps video recording
  • Implement remote camera monitoring and control
  • Allow manual microphone selection
  • Provide more flexible stabilization options
  • Add support for more gimbal and accessory integrations

FilesPlay

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Protake

Subscriptions1
  • Protake+ (1 Year)1 Year trial$19.991 Year
One-time3
  • Protake Cloud: 60 Minutes$4.99
  • Protake Cloud: 180 Minutes$9.99
  • Protake Cloud: 480 Minutes$19.99
3 purchases

FilesPlay

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly Premium$0.991 Month
  • Quarterly Premium$2.993 Months
  • Annual Premium$9.991 Year

Questions

Is Protake free?
Protake is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is FilesPlay free?
FilesPlay is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Protake or FilesPlay have ads?
FilesPlay shows ads; Protake does not.
Which is updated more often, Protake or FilesPlay?
Protake ships an update every 2 months, and FilesPlay every 2 months. Most recently, Protake was updated on October 14, 2026 and FilesPlay on October 15, 2026.

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