Shutter+ Canon Camera Remote vs Mug.
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Shutter+ Canon Camera Remote
Remotely control Canon EOS and PowerShot cameras for professional photography. Features include wireless or USB connection, photo browsing and download, composition aids, exposure tools, and intervalometer for time-lapses and self-portraits.
- Wireless and USB camera connection
- Browse, filter, and download photos
- Composition aids and grid overlays
- Advanced exposure tools (histogram, zebras)
- Exposure bracketing and BULB support
- Intervalometer for time-lapses
- Low battery usage optimization
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Remote control for Canon EOS and PowerShot cameras. Capture flawless self-portraits, breathtaking travel shots, professional real-estate photos, stunning time-lapses, and more. (See a list of supported camera models at the end of this description.) WHY YOU’LL LOVE SHUTTER+ • Connect wirelessly or use a USB cable. • Easily browse, filter and download photos from the camera. • Compose perfect shots with aspect ratios and grid overlays. • Nail down exposure with tools like RGB, histogram, zebras and false color. • Exposure bracketing & BULB support. • Include yourself in the photo - configurable delay and interval for repeated capture (intervalometer). • Audio cues for countdown and shutter. • Optimized for low battery usage. PERFECT FOR EVERY PHOTOGRAPHER Self-portraits & group shots Set the timer, join the scene, and let Shutter+ take multiple frames so everyone looks their best. Travel photography Capture sunrises, sunsets, and landmark shots — no strangers, no cut-off limbs. Real-estate & interiors Use composition tools to line up the shot, and exposure bracketing to preserve detail in bright and dark areas. Astrophotography Stack multiple exposures for sharp, noise-free images of the Milky Way and Northern Lights. Social media & lifestyle Compose, pose, and shoot as many takes as you want — without relying on anyone else. SUPPORTED CAMERAS Canon EOS R-series: R, Ra, RP, R1, R3, R5 (I, II), R5 C, R6 (I, II, III), R6 V, R7, R8, R10, R50, R50 V, R100 Canon EOS M-series: M10, M100, M200, M5, M50 (I, II), M6 (I, II) Canon EOS Rebel: SL2, SL3, T100, T6, T6i, T6s, T7, T7i, T8i Canon EOS DSLRs 5D IV, 6D (I, II), 70D, 77D, 80D, 90D, 200D (I, II), 250D, 750D, 760D, 800D, 850D, 1300D, 1500D, 2000D, 3000D, 4000D, 8000D, 9000D Canon EOS Kiss: M, M2, X10, X10i, X80, X8i, X9, X90, X9i Canon PowerShot V1, G1 X III, G5 X II, G7X (II, III), G9X II SX420 HS, SX430 IS, SX432 IS, SX540 HS, SX620 HS SX70 HS, SX720 HS, SX730 HS, SX740 HS Terms of use: https://shutter.dev/legal/terms Canon, EOS R, EOS M, EOS Kiss, EOS Rebel, PowerShot are registered trademarks of Canon, Inc.
Mug.
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Mug is the only messenger where your front camera snaps your live reaction every time you send or view a message. It’s raw, spontaneous, and real—just like you and your friends. No filters. No rehearsals. No fake vibes. WHAT MAKES MUG DIFFERENT? LIVE REACTIONS Every message, photo, or video you send includes your real-time reaction—captured automatically with your front camera. SEE WHO’S REALLY FEELING IT Watch your friends’ actual reactions to what you send. It’s not just what they type—it’s how they feel. 1:1 & GROUP CHATS Whether you’re chatting with one friend or a whole group, every Mug feels more real than a plain text. MESSAGING, BUT HUMAN No typing bubbles, no fake likes—just your face, in the moment. NO FILTERS. NO FAKES. Mug is all about unfiltered connection. No pressure to pose or perfect. If you’re over curated feeds and endless edits, Mug is your way back to what’s real. This is what messaging should’ve always felt like. Download Mug – and see your friends, unfiltered.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Mug. at none against Shutter+ Canon Camera Remote's 6. Mug. also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 2 weeks) and iOS requirement (12.4 vs 16.0). On price, ads 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
Both are free to download. Shutter+ Canon Camera Remote sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $3.49 per month. Mug. asks for nothing beyond the download.
Shutter+ Canon Camera Remote ships an update every 2 weeks, Mug. every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Shutter+ Canon Camera Remote | Mug. |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (910 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 54.8% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 910 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 12.4 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 98 MB | 60 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Camera Control Apps sp. z o.o. | Eternal Labs, LLC |
Bugs and requests
Shutter+ Canon Camera Remote
Reported bugs
5 issues- Inability to connect to certain camera models
- Dropped connections
- Inconsistent performance
- Shutter mode resets to continuous
- No video mode support
Requested features
5 requests- Remote video control
- Direct camera gallery access
- Ability to delete photos from app
- Landscape mode
- Customizable exposure bracketing
Mug.
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Shutter+ Canon Camera Remote
- Monthly$3.491 Month
- Monthly$4.491 Month
- Annual7 Days trial$24.991 Year
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- Annual7 Days trial$29.991 Year
- Lifetime$65.00
- Lifetime$79.00
Mug.
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Shutter+ Canon Camera Remote free?
Is Mug. free?
Do Shutter+ Canon Camera Remote or Mug. have ads?
Which is updated more often, Shutter+ Canon Camera Remote or Mug.?
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