Comparison

Sony | Creators' App vs Multicam

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

Head to head
About

Sony | Creators' App

Access a cloud platform for creators to manage and edit photos and videos from Sony cameras. Transfer files, remotely control your camera, and access inspiration content anytime, anywhere.

Highlights
  • Remote camera operation
  • Photo and video transfer
  • Cloud storage and management
  • Video editing with AI
  • Camera settings backup
  • Software updates
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■ Please refer to the "Support Page" for the connection process and list of supported models. https://www.sony.net/ca/help/camera/ ■For app/service availability of countries and regions, please check here. https://creatorscloud.sony.net/catalog/servicearea.html This application allows anytime, anywhere smartphone access to the Creators' Cloud, a platform that provides powerful support for creators from shooting to production with Sony's camera technology and cloud AI. By connecting this application to your camera, you can easily operate convenient functions such as photo and video transfer from your smartphone. ■ Anytime access to Creators' Cloud Experience the various functions offered by Creators' Cloud, including file storage and management in cloud storage, a wide range of services and applications including video editing services using cloud AI, and access to articles and content that will serve as a source of inspiration. You can experience a variety of functions provided by Creators' Cloud. ■ Extend the shooting experience and manage shooting files more easily You can transfer and save photos and videos you have already taken, and use your smartphone as a remote control for the camera for remote shooting. In addition, the smartphone can be used to check the camera's battery and media information, set the date, time, and camera name, and easily update the camera's software. - Easy transfer of photos and videos taken anytime, anywhere Photos and videos taken can be transferred to cloud storage or a smartphone for centralized management. Data transfer can be performed while shooting or while the camera is turned off or charging. The camera also supports a variety of user shooting styles, such as transferring only those photos and videos that have been rated or marked as shots in advance. - Operate the camera from your smartphone By connecting the camera to a smartphone, the smartphone can be used as a remote control for the camera. This allows you to take pictures from a distance, such as group photos, or take pictures of night scenes without causing vibrations to the camera. In addition, you can easily check the camera's battery and media information, and set the date, time, and camera name from your smartphone. - Save camera settings and reflect changes Camera settings that change with each shooting scene can be saved to the smartphone and reflected in the camera. The ability to save settings for multiple cameras greatly streamlines setting changes during shooting. - Important announcements and software updates are also available from your smartphone. Important notifications such as software updates can be checked, and updates to the camera itself can be easily performed from a smartphone. ■ Operating environment: iOS18.7-27.0 ■ Remarks - This application is not guaranteed to work on all smartphones and tablets. ■ Terms of use https://creatorscloud.sony.net/locales_termsofuse_cc.html ■ Privacy policy https://creatorscloud.sony.net/locales_privacypolicy_cc.html

About

Multicam

Control multiple action cameras simultaneously from your iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch. Start/stop recording, switch modes, and take photos hands-free with Siri or Lock Screen widgets. Ideal for complex shoots where cameras are out of reach.

Highlights
  • Control multiple action cameras
  • Start/stop recording in sync
  • Switch capture modes
  • Take photos and add markers
  • Siri and Lock Screen widget control
  • View camera status and battery
Features
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Multicam lets you control supported DJI, GoPro, and Insta360 action cameras from one app. Pair your cameras once, choose which ones to control, then start or stop recording together from your iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch. Multicam communicates over Bluetooth, so you do not need to switch Wi-Fi networks to control your cameras. Use Siri for hands-free recording controls, or open Multicam quickly from a Lock Screen widget. You can also switch capture modes and take photos on compatible cameras. Multicam is built for multicamera shoots where cameras are mounted out of reach—on bikes, tripods, cars, desks, travel rigs, and more. Camera control: • Pair and remember supported cameras • Start or stop cameras individually or as a group • Switch capture modes, take photos, and add highlight markers • Wake paired GoPro cameras and DJI Osmo Nano over Bluetooth • View connection, battery, charging, recording, capture settings, and remaining record time • Optionally send iPhone GPS data to compatible DJI cameras Control options: • Control cameras from iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch • Use Siri to start, stop, or add a highlight • Open Multicam from a Lock Screen widget • View recording status and controls on the Lock Screen and Dynamic Island No account required. Hardware tested cameras: • DJI Osmo Action 4, Action 5 Pro, and Action 6 • DJI Osmo 360 • DJI Osmo Nano • GoPro HERO13 Black • Insta360 GO 3S, Ace Pro 2, and X4 Supported, but not yet hardware tested: • Insta360 GO 3 and GO Ultra • Insta360 Ace and Ace Pro • Insta360 X3, X4 Air, and X5 • Insta360 ONE RS • GoPro LIT HERO and MAX 2 • GoPro HERO9–12 Black and HERO11 Black Mini Compatibility may vary by camera model and firmware. Questions or feedback? Email multicam@dstrat.io Multicam is an independent app and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by GoPro, DJI, Insta360, or their affiliates. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Sony | Creators' App4 screens
Multicam3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Multicam at 100% against Sony | Creators' App's 22%. Multicam also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.9) and in-app purchases (none vs 2). Sony | Creators' App's advantage is ratings volume (2.6K vs 3) and chart position (#152 vs unranked). On price, device support 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

Both are free to download. Sony | Creators' App sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Multicam asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Multicam holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Sony | Creators' App has 2.6K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 22% of Sony | Creators' App's written reviews are positive against 100% of Multicam's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Sony | Creators' App ships an update every 6 weeks, Multicam every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
Sony | Creators' App versus Multicam: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSony | Creators' AppMulticam
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (2.6K ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews22.4% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2.6K — better3
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 4 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank#152 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS18.717.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size309 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSony CorporationDaniel Stratton

Customer experience

Sony | Creators' App

All ratings2,544 ratings
Positive71.0%
Neutral3.5%
Negative25.6%
Written reviews695 reviews
Positive22.4%
Neutral10.1%
Negative67.5%

Multicam

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Sony | Creators' App

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Cannot connect to certain camera models
  • Timestamps on imported photos are incorrect
  • Frequent login issues and server errors

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add swipe gestures for photo browsing
  • Allow selective photo access, not full library
  • Improve GPS location tagging reliability
  • Provide a dark mode option

Multicam

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Sony | Creators' App

Subscriptions2
  • 100 GB$4.991 Month
  • 500 GB$9.991 Month
None

Multicam

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Sony | Creators' App free?
Sony | Creators' App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Multicam free?
Multicam is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Sony | Creators' App or Multicam?
Multicam is rated higher. Sony | Creators' App averages 3.9 out of 5 from 2.6K ratings, while Multicam averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do Sony | Creators' App or Multicam have ads?
Sony | Creators' App shows ads; Multicam does not.
Which is updated more often, Sony | Creators' App or Multicam?
Sony | Creators' App ships an update every 6 weeks, and Multicam every 4 days. Most recently, Sony | Creators' App was updated on November 7, 2026 and Multicam on October 31, 2026.

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