Comparison

CamVault vs Westcott

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

Head to head
About

CamVault

Securely store private photos and videos in a hidden vault with passcode protection. Keep your personal media separate from your device's main gallery, with options to delete originals or return them later. Customize app icons for added discretion.

Highlights
  • Hidden media vault
  • Passcode and Face ID protection
  • Customizable app icons
  • Encrypted storage
  • On-device storage only
  • Option to delete or return originals
Features
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CamVault Privacy Matters. Don’t want people snooping in your private photos or videos? Do you have photos or videos that you would like to keep separate from Photos? Privately store your secret photos and videos without leaving a trace. CamVault can ensure your personal data be kept safe and secure in your own personal vault away from prying eyes. Also, to ensure your utmost security CamVault gives you the option to delete secret photos/videos from original photos or only delete temporarily then returned back to original Photos app. We love receiving feedback for additional features you’d like to see in the app. Does this sounds like something you can use? If so, CamVault is for you. CamVault secures personal videos and photos by placing them in a hidden vault with a custom passcode for protection. It’s easy to upload your photos and navigate the app. Finally, YOU take control of your media’s privacy with CamVault. CamVault automatically locks when you exit the App. CamVault lets you store unlimited photos/videos discreetly on device. CamVault is a great option for hiding sensitive videos and photos that you don’t want seen in Photos. CamVault allows you to set your own customized icons so no one knows you have the app installed. Face ID unlock/ Vault pin protection. Oh, before we forget, everything is encrypted. Everything is stored on-device only so no one except you can see any of your data.

About

Westcott

Control compatible Westcott lights and triggers wirelessly from your mobile device. Adjust settings, manage groups, and save custom lighting scenes for a faster workflow. Keep your connected products updated with over-the-air firmware updates.

Highlights
  • Remote control of FJ Speedlights and Strobes
  • Adjust L-Series COBs and Ice Light 3 settings
  • Manage groups and channels
  • Create and save custom lighting scenes
  • Over-the-air firmware updates
  • Bluetooth connectivity
Features
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Supported Devices: • FJ-X3 Wireless Trigger (for controlling FJ Wireless lights) • FJ-X2 Wireless Trigger (for controlling FJ Wireless lights) • Ice Light 3 • L120-B COB • L60-B COB Take Full Control from the Palm of Your Hand Connect your mobile device to your favorite Westcott lights and triggers for fast and reliable control. Control Your FJ Speedlights and Strobes Link the FJ-X3 and FJ-X2 Wireless Triggers to the app for remote control of your compatible speedlights and strobes. Supported models include FJ80, FJ80 II, FJ80-SE, FJ200, FJ400, FJ400 II, and FJ800. Manage groups, channels, output settings, and more from your mobile device for faster workflow on set. [Note: FJ-T1 Wireless Trigger is not Bluetooth® compatible.] Endless Creative Control for L-Series COBs & Ice Light 3 Complete control of your L-Series COBs and Ice Light 3: adjust light output, switch modes, activate FX, and fine-tune FX frequency with quick, reliable Bluetooth control. Create and Save Custom Scenes You can store up to 99 custom lighting scenes that recall your favorite setups in seconds. Scenes work with both L-Series COBs and FJ strobes and speedlights. Stay Ready for Your Next Shoot Keep your connected products up to date for the best performance. The app supports OTA firmware updates for the Ice Light 3, L120-B COB, and L60-B COB. Note: Reference the Westcott device manual for compatibility. To ensure optimal performance, keep all software and firmware up to date across all connected devices, including cameras, Westcott FJ & L-Series devices, mobile devices, and the Westcott StudioLink app. Instructional FAQ Link: https://help.fjwestcott.com/en-US/using-the-westcott-studio-link-app Disclaimer: The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks by F.J. Westcott Co. is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. Westcott is a brand of F.J. Westcott Co. in the U.S.A. ® and ™ designate trademarks of F.J. Westcott Co. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. © F.J. Westcott Co. All rights reserved.

Screenshots

CamVault4 screens
Westcott4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Westcott at Free against CamVault's $0.99. Westcott also leads on review sentiment (42% vs 0%) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). CamVault's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 6 months) and device support (4 vs 2). On rating, ads 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

Westcott is free to download; CamVault costs $0.99 up front. CamVault sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Westcott asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 3.0 for CamVault against 2.9 for Westcott. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Westcott has 19 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 0% of CamVault's written reviews are positive against 42% of Westcott's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CamVault ships an update monthly, Westcott every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
CamVault versus Westcott: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCamVaultWestcott
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating3.0 (2 ratings) — better2.9 (19 ratings)
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews41.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings219 — better
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 6 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB29 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMansa Me Inc.F. J. Westcott Co.

Customer experience

CamVault

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Westcott

All ratings19 ratings
Positive47.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative52.6%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive41.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative58.3%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

CamVault

One-time1
  • Unlimited Content Storage$0.99
None

Westcott

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CamVault free?
CamVault costs $0.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Westcott free?
Westcott is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, CamVault or Westcott?
CamVault is rated higher. CamVault averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Westcott averages 2.9 from 19 ratings.
Do CamVault or Westcott have ads?
Neither CamVault nor Westcott shows ads.
Which is updated more often, CamVault or Westcott?
CamVault ships an update monthly, and Westcott every 6 months. Most recently, CamVault was updated on September 29, 2026 and Westcott on October 3, 2026.

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