Comparison

Space Clones vs CropCamera

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

Head to head
About

Space Clones

Features
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See clones of yourself in space. Press the target button while looking at the center of the screen to center your gaze and view. Rotate your head left and right so that the app can learn your face. Moving your head should change what you see in the scene. You can also move the iPad/iPhone as if it is a window. iPhone 11 or newer, or an iPad Pro M1 is required to use this app. This app does not store any data collected from the True Depth FaceID camera. All processing happens locally on the device. No data is shared with 3rd parties.

About

CropCamera

Experience DSLR-like photography on your mobile device. Compose shots with a viewfinder, achieve natural bokeh with adjustable aperture, and fine-tune focus and framing after capture. Preview focal lengths and quickly launch the app to never miss a moment.

Highlights
  • Viewfinder shooting experience
  • Adjustable aperture for bokeh
  • Post-capture focus and framing adjustments
  • Multiple focal length previews
  • Quick app launch
  • Support for various aspect ratios
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Turn Everyday Moments into Timeless Memories Frame everyday scenes and travel memories with your favorite composition and color, and transform each moment into something unforgettable. This camera app lets you shoot exactly as you see through a camera viewfinder. Crop your composition in real time and capture it with your own custom look—so your photos are ready the moment you press the shutter. No editing required. Features * Choose from multiple focal lengths (35mm equivalent*) as if you’re switching between prime lenses on a camera. * Select from four beautifully crafted filters: Std, B&W, Warm, and Cool. * Fine-tune the contrast, saturation, highlights, and shadows of each filter to create your own signature look. * Record video instantly by simply pressing the red REC button—no need to switch camera modes. * Capture Live Photos. * Adjust the aperture (f-stop) to create beautiful background blur. * Record videos in 4K or Full HD at 30 fps or 24 fps. * Turn HDR (High Dynamic Range) capture on or off. * Take photos with a silent shutter. * Save both your customized photo and the original unedited image at the same time (optional in Settings). How to Use 1. Select a focal length (35mm equivalent*). 2. Check the semi-transparent framing guide. * Double-tap the screen to zoom into the selected frame for a closer preview. 3. Compose your shot. 4. Tap the subject to lock focus. 5. Adjust the exposure (EV). 6. Press the shutter button. Notes * Photos are saved to Apple’s built-in Photos app. * This app does not include an image preview gallery. Please use the Photos app to view your captured photos. * Videos are always recorded in a 16:9 aspect ratio, regardless of the selected photo aspect ratio. * Photos are saved after being cropped to the selected frame. As a result, image resolution may be reduced at certain focal lengths. Please keep this in mind if you plan to print your photos. * Focal lengths are approximate 35mm-equivalent values and are provided for reference only.

Screenshots

Space Clones1 screens
CropCamera3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Space Clones at Free against CropCamera's $2.99. Space Clones also leads on iOS requirement (14.5 vs 18.0). CropCamera's advantage is chart position (#166 vs unranked). On update cadence, ads, 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

Space Clones is free to download; CropCamera costs $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Space Clones ships an update monthly, CropCamera every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on May 17, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Space Clones versus CropCamera: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSpace ClonesCropCamera
PriceFree — better$2.99
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—87.5% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Paid
Best chart rank—#166 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS14.5 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size24 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBrett KuprelShinji Nishijima

In-app purchases

None

Space Clones

No in-app purchases

None

CropCamera

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Space Clones free?
Space Clones is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is CropCamera free?
CropCamera costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Space Clones or CropCamera have ads?
Neither Space Clones nor CropCamera shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Space Clones or CropCamera?
Space Clones ships an update monthly, and CropCamera every 2 months. Most recently, Space Clones was updated on May 17, 2026 and CropCamera on September 21, 2026.

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