# Capture One vs DaVinci Resolve for iPad

The clearest difference is rating: DaVinci Resolve for iPad at 4.5 against Capture One's 3.5. DaVinci Resolve for iPad also leads on review sentiment (55% vs 18%) and ratings volume (3K vs 331). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Capture One sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $10.99 per month and DaVinci Resolve for iPad sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

DaVinci Resolve for iPad holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DaVinci Resolve for iPad has 3K ratings behind it against 331, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 18% of Capture One's written reviews are positive against 55% of DaVinci Resolve for iPad's.

Capture One ships an update fortnightly, DaVinci Resolve for iPad every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 23, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Capture One | DaVinci Resolve for iPad |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.5 (331 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/capture-one/id1514081672/reviews) | **[4.5 (3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/davinci-resolve-for-ipad/id1581363826/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 331 | **3K** |
| Positive reviews | 17.9% of reviews | **54.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 1.2 GB | 3.6 GB |
| Requires iOS | **17.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Capture One A/S](https://appshunter.io/developer/404906438) | [Blackmagic Design Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/419527253) |

## What reviewers say

### Capture One

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/capture-one/id1514081672)

Edit and organize RAW photos on your mobile device, tethering directly to your camera. Collaborate with clients in real-time, apply edits instantly, and maintain incredible color quality. Seamlessly transfer your work to desktop for final touches.

**Highlights:** Retouch Faces, Sessions Support, External Storage backup, Tether camera to mobile, Real-time image review, Instant sharing and collaboration, Apply edits as you shoot, RAW conversion and color editing

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Capture One mobile | $10.99 | per month |
| All in One | $39.99 | per month |
| Capture One mobile | $109.00 | per year |
| All in One | $294.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent tethering capability
- 👍 Intuitive and easy-to-use interface
- 🚀 Fast image rendering
- 👍 Great for culling and rating photos on the go
- 👍 Seamless integration with desktop Capture One

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and stability issues
- 🔒 Requires separate subscription even for desktop users
- 👎 Severely limited editing features compared to desktop version
- 👎 Slow cloud sync and lack of external storage support
- 👎 Unintuitive file management and export workflow

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to log in due to keyboard not appearing
- Inconsistent behavior when importing and exporting photos
- Crashes when attempting to use certain editing features
- Issues with wireless tethering and connection stability

**Requested features**

- Add layers, masks, curves, and other advanced editing tools
- Enable direct import from camera/SD card, not just cloud sync
- Allow opening and editing desktop Capture One sessions/catalogs
- Improve tethering functionality with live view and camera control
- Provide option to purchase app outright instead of subscription


### DaVinci Resolve for iPad

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/davinci-resolve-for-ipad/id1581363826)

This professional video editing and color correction application combines powerful tools into a single interface. It offers fast editing workflows, advanced color grading, and collaborative features for seamless project management. Learn Hollywood-standard techniques within a single, intuitive app.

**Highlights:** Integrated editing and color correction, Fast cut page editing, Advanced color grading tools, Blackmagic Cloud collaboration, AI-powered tools, Multi-cam editing

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| DaVinci Resolve Studio | $94.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Powerful video editing capabilities
- 👍 Familiar desktop-like interface
- 💡 Cloud collaboration for seamless workflow
- 🚀 Impressive performance on M1/M2 iPads
- 👍 Comprehensive set of editing tools

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and stability issues
- 🔒 Restricted access to advanced features without Studio upgrade
- 👎 Lack of support for older iPad models
- 👎 Vertical video playback issues
- 👎 Limited audio editing capabilities

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on startup for some users
- Inability to open previously saved projects
- Audio sync issues when working with large files
- Inconsistent behavior when using external monitors
- Glitches when working with stop-motion footage

**Requested features**

- Add support for more video/audio formats
- Implement a dedicated help/tutorial section
- Improve timeline scrubbing and scrolling experience
- Introduce more customization options for the UI
- Add ability to import media directly from Photos app


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Capture One free?

Capture One is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is DaVinci Resolve for iPad free?

DaVinci Resolve for iPad is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Capture One or DaVinci Resolve for iPad?

DaVinci Resolve for iPad is rated higher. Capture One averages 3.5 out of 5 from 331 ratings, while DaVinci Resolve for iPad averages 4.5 from 3K ratings.

### Do Capture One or DaVinci Resolve for iPad have ads?

Neither Capture One nor DaVinci Resolve for iPad shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Capture One or DaVinci Resolve for iPad?

Capture One ships an update fortnightly, and DaVinci Resolve for iPad every 3 weeks. Most recently, Capture One was updated on October 23, 2026 and DaVinci Resolve for iPad on October 23, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*