Comparison

Mixcam vs Parallel Camera

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

Head to head
About

Mixcam

Record and store videos simultaneously using both the front and back cameras. Capture live events, tours, and expressions in real-time with zoom and flash functionalities. Offers multiple settings for a versatile recording experience.

Highlights
  • Simultaneous front and back camera recording
  • Video storage
  • Zoom functionality
  • Camera interchange
  • Flash control
  • Multiple settings
Features
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MixCam records your front and back cameras at the same time, so you capture the moment and your reaction in one video. Perfect for travel vlogs, concerts, sports, reaction videos, tutorials and family moments. DUAL CAMERA, YOUR WAY • Picture-in-Picture: drag the selfie window anywhere, or hide it • Split Screen: one camera on top, the other below • Side by Side: both cameras next to each other • Cutout: place yourself right inside the scene, no green screen needed • Swap cameras with one tap RECORD WITH EASE • Pause and continue the same video, without gaps • Self-timer (3 or 10 seconds) • Zoom, flash and tap to focus • Take photos of both cameras at once • Smart placement moves the PiP window away from faces YOUR HISTORY • Every video saved in History, grouped by date • Organize videos into folders for trips and events • Rename, delete, share and see size, length and date • Videos are also saved to your Photos library MIXCAM PREMIUM • Split, Side by Side and Cutout layouts • Auto-framing keeps your face centered • Hands-free: show your palm to start or stop • Auto captions and title & hashtag ideas • 4K, 60 fps and separate files for each camera • Unlimited recording length (free videos are up to 60 seconds) • Every frame shape, border and color PRIVATE BY DESIGN No account needed. Your videos stay on your iPhone, and MixCam has no ads or tracking. SUBSCRIPTIONS AND PURCHASES MixCam is free to download. MixCam Premium is available as a weekly or yearly subscription, or as a one-time Lifetime purchase. The yearly plan includes a 3-day free trial. Current prices are shown in the app before you buy. • Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase, or when the free trial ends. • Subscriptions renew automatically at the same price unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • Your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. • You can manage or cancel your subscription at any time in your Apple Account settings after purchase. • Any unused part of a free trial ends when you purchase a subscription. Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/mixcam/projects Terms of Use: https://sites.google.com/view/mixcam/terms Questions or feedback? Email us at contact@nextpixelapps.in Thank you for using MixCam!

About

Parallel Camera

Record videos and take photos simultaneously using your device's front and rear cameras. Choose from various split-screen or picture-in-picture layouts, customize borders, and select resolutions up to 4K.

Highlights
  • Dual camera photo and video recording
  • Split-screen and picture-in-picture views
  • Customizable border colors and shapes
  • Selectable resolutions (720p, 1080p, 4K)
  • Adjustable frame rates (24, 30, 60 fps)
  • Front screen flash and regular flash control
  • Grid overlay for precise framing
Features
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Parallel Camera – Capture Every Side of the Moment! Parallel Camera allows you to take pictures and shoot videos with both front and rear cameras at the same time! Capture every perspective with a split-screen effect or a picture-in-picture view and gain full control over how you frame your shot. Key Features Include: - Dual Camera Recording: Capture moments using both cameras at the same time in photo or video mode. Use both cameras simultaneously in photo or video mode. - Custom Layouts: For your secondary camera, choose a split-screen or floating window (square or circle). Change the border color and shape to make something unique. - Flexible Quality: Pick a suitable resolution - 720p, 1080p, or 4K. Adjust frame rates to 24, 30, or 60 fps to smoothen up your recording. - Front Screen Flash: Use the on-screen frame light to brighten your selfies; adjust the color to ensure the perfect glow. - Regular Flash Control: Use your flashlight to improve lighting conditions. - Grid Overlay: Add a grid to your viewfinder for more accurate and professional shots. Looking to make the most from every single shot? Let Parallel Camera lead the way! Experiment with your photos and videos like never before. Take charge of every shot; it’s that easy! Unlock exclusive features with the Premium version: Capture Unlimited Videos Frames Collection Updates Save Without Watermarks No Ads, No Limits Subscription Details: Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription with a free trial period will automatically renew to a paid subscription. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period at the rate of the selected plan. Subscriptions and auto-renewal may be managed by going to Account Settings after purchase. You can cancel your subscription or free trial in the iTunes settings at least 24-hours before the end of the free trial period. The cancellation will take effect the day after the last day of the current subscription period and you will be downgraded to the free service. Subscription Options: Weekly: $2.99 3 Months: $9.99 For other currencies, the price corresponds to the same tier on the App Store Pricing Matrix. Privacy policy: https://sites.google.com/view/scelcunovairina/Privacy-Policy Terms of use: https://sites.google.com/view/scelcunovairina/terms

Screenshots

Mixcam4 screens
Parallel Camera4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Mixcam at none against Parallel Camera's shown. Mixcam also leads on review sentiment (50% vs 33%). Parallel Camera's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). On price, rating, ratings volume and in-app purchases 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. Mixcam sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per 7 days and Parallel Camera sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.0 for Mixcam against 4.0 for Parallel Camera. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 7 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 50% of Mixcam's written reviews are positive against 33% of Parallel Camera's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Mixcam ships an update every 2 months, Parallel Camera fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Mixcam versus Parallel Camera: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMixcamParallel Camera
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (4 ratings)4.0 (7 ratings)
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews — better33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings47 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size31 MB66 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNextPixel appsIrina Scelcunova

Customer experience

Mixcam

All ratings4 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Parallel Camera

All ratings7 ratings
Positive71.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative28.6%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Mixcam

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Subscription$2.497 Days
  • Mixcam Yearly Plan3 Days trial$24.991 Year
2 purchases

Parallel Camera

Subscriptions2
  • GoSelfie premium7 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • GoSelfie 3 months premium$9.993 Months

Questions

Is Mixcam free?
Mixcam is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Parallel Camera free?
Parallel Camera is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Mixcam or Parallel Camera?
Mixcam and Parallel Camera are both rated 4.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 4 and 7 ratings respectively.
Do Mixcam or Parallel Camera have ads?
Parallel Camera shows ads; Mixcam does not.
Which is updated more often, Mixcam or Parallel Camera?
Mixcam ships an update every 2 months, and Parallel Camera fortnightly. Most recently, Mixcam was updated on October 24, 2026 and Parallel Camera on October 24, 2026.

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