Comparison

Profoto Camera vs NX MobileAir

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

Head to head
About

Profoto Camera

This app empowers ambitious creators to produce stunning images using their iPhone and Profoto lights. It offers two modes: Smart Mode for intuitive control over flash effects and mood, and Classic Mode for full manual control over settings and multiple flash units.

Highlights
  • Smart Mode with Contrast and Warmth controls
  • Classic Mode for full manual control
  • Flash power and color temperature adjustment
  • Support for multiple Profoto flash units
  • Computational photography enhancements
Features
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We developed the Profoto Camera for ambitious image creators who want to create amazing images using iPhone and Profoto lights. Key features*: Profoto Camera has two different modes, each one optimised for different needs. That way it will work better for you in different situations. SMART MODE: INNOVATIVE EASE OF USE Helps you create professional images with two innovative controls, powered by computational photography: - Go between natural and dramatic flash effect with “Contrast” control. - Control the mood of your photos with “Warmth” control. CLASSIC MODE: UNLEASH YOUR CREATIVITY Profoto Camera app gives you also full manual control over all features, such as flash power, color temperature, and camera settings. It also supports using multiple flash units simultaneously. Ultimately, Profoto Camera lets you be as creative as you can be. The world of smartphone photography just got bigger. LOOKING FOR PROFOTO CONTROL APP? Looking for remote control functionality when shooting with your traditional camera? Search App Store for “Profoto Control” and start using it! Please send your feedback and feature ideas to hello@profoto.com! Love, Profoto team. * Supported Profoto products: Profoto C1 Profoto C1 Plus Profoto A10 Profoto B10-series lights Profoto Pro-11

About

NX MobileAir

Streamline your photography workflow with this app. Transfer images from your camera to your smartphone quickly via cable or wirelessly, eliminating the need for a computer. Upload directly to an FTP server and automate post-shooting tasks.

Highlights
  • High-speed camera to smartphone transfer
  • Wireless and cabled connection options
  • Direct FTP server uploads
  • Automated post-shooting workflow
  • View, select, and edit photos
  • IPTC data management
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Pro photographers can make their workflow more efficient with NX MobileAir. Pictures can be transferred from the camera to a smartphone at high speed via a cabled connection, or via a wireless connection. The process is completely computer-free, letting you work where the spirit takes you. Upload pictures from the camera to an FTP server via a smartphone. The automated post-shooting workflow lets you focus on taking pictures. Supported Digital Cameras as of July 2026 ZR, Z9, Z8, Z7II, Z6III, Z6II, Zf, Z5II, Z5, Zfc, Z50II, Z30, D6, D780 The foregoing may include models not available in some regions. Be sure to update the camera firmware to the latest version. Use a computer to download the latest camera firmware from the Nikon Download Center. http://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/ Principal Features ⁃ Download all or only protected pictures from the camera to your smartphone via a cabled or wireless connection. ⁃ Upload pictures via the smartphone to an FTP server of your choosing. ⁃ Choose a destination from multiple FTP servers. ⁃ Choose image processing, IPTC data, and FTP upload settings on an album-by-album basis. ⁃ View, select, or crop, rotate, or otherwise edit pictures, or straighten pictures automatically. ⁃ Lock the screen while the app is in use or download pictures again if import fails. ⁃ Change or reorder IPTC field names and import or export IPTC settings. ⁃ Pictures (photos/videos) taken with the camera can be transferred to Frame.io. (Supported cameras only) System Requirements iOS17.7、iOS18.7、iOS26.5 iPadOS17.7、iPadOS18.7、iPadOS26.5 There is no guarantee that this app will run on all devices. For more information, see: https://nikonimglib.com/nxmoba/support/ Notes ⁃ The free version of this app restricts the number of pictures that can be downloaded. ⁃ Be sure to connect to a network when launching the app. Using the App For more information, use the app “Help” option.

Screenshots

Profoto Camera4 screens
NX MobileAir4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Profoto Camera at 3.2 against NX MobileAir's 2.5. Profoto Camera also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and review sentiment (39% vs 13%). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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. NX MobileAir sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.49 per month. Profoto Camera asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Profoto Camera holds the better App Store score, 3.2 against 2.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 40 and 28 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 39% of Profoto Camera's written reviews are positive against 13% of NX MobileAir's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 months. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Profoto Camera versus NX MobileAir: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterProfoto CameraNX MobileAir
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.2 (40 ratings) — better2.5 (28 ratings)
Positive reviews39.1% of reviews — better12.9% of reviews
Number of ratings40 — better28
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size77 MB125 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperProfotoNIKON CORPORATION

Customer experience

Profoto Camera

All ratings38 ratings
Positive52.6%
Neutral15.8%
Negative31.6%
Written reviews64 reviews
Positive39.1%
Neutral28.1%
Negative32.8%

NX MobileAir

All ratings28 ratings
Positive32.1%
Neutral10.7%
Negative57.1%
Written reviews62 reviews
Positive12.9%
Neutral16.1%
Negative71.0%

In-app purchases

None

Profoto Camera

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

NX MobileAir

Subscriptions1
  • Paid Plan$4.491 Month

Questions

Is Profoto Camera free?
Profoto Camera is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is NX MobileAir free?
NX MobileAir is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Profoto Camera or NX MobileAir?
Profoto Camera is rated higher. Profoto Camera averages 3.2 out of 5 from 40 ratings, while NX MobileAir averages 2.5 from 28 ratings.
Do Profoto Camera or NX MobileAir have ads?
Neither Profoto Camera nor NX MobileAir shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Profoto Camera or NX MobileAir?
Profoto Camera ships an update every 3 months, and NX MobileAir every 3 months. Most recently, Profoto Camera was updated on November 3, 2026 and NX MobileAir on November 3, 2026.

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