Comparison

Cam Shutter vs Holiday Messenger

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

Head to head
About

Cam Shutter

Features
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Say goodbye to shaky photos and missing out on group pictures! Cam Shutter is the ultimate wireless remote shutter app that lets you control cameras from a distance using Bluetooth. Effortless control: - Take photos or start/stop video recording remotely. - Control one or multiple cameras simultaneously. - Continuous-mode: In continuous mode, you just have to press the shutter button once and the app will take pictures continuously at a fixed interval until you press the shutter button gain. This gives you the freedom to take multiple pictures without having to repeatedly press the shutter button. - Built-in delay feature: The delay feature is used to set a delay before the app sends the signal to the connect camera to snap a photo. This gives you time to hide your phone before the shot, join group photos, or use both hands freely. No more messing with self-timer settings on the camera. Manage delays within the app! - Auto-focus activation: Focus your shot perfectly on BLE-compatible cameras. Simple and versatile: - No line-of-sight required: Capture the perfect angle without limitations. - Always with you: No need for extra batteries or bulky remotes – your phone is all you need. Easy connection to a wide range of devices: - Compatible BLE cameras - Phones/Tablets - Desktops Cam Shutter makes taking photos a breeze. Capture stunning selfies, group shots, and creative angles with ease. Download it today!

About

Holiday Messenger

Features
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Send personalized holiday greetings to everyone you care about - without group texts! HolidayMessenger lets you write your message once, choose your recipients, and send individual personal texts to each person. Each message is sent separately (not a group chat), so replies stay private!! Create templates for holidays, birthdays, and special occasions, personalize with names automatically, and send manually (free) or automate with Pro features. All your data stays on your device - privacy first, always. --- DETAILED FEATURES Message Templates • Create and save custom message templates for any occasion • Pre-loaded templates included for holidays, birthdays, and special events • Personalize with {FullName} and {FirstName} placeholders • Organize by category: Holidays, Birthdays, General, Seasonal • Edit, favorite, and manage your templates Smart Contact Selection • Native iOS contact picker with built-in search • Multiple phone number support • Create custom recipient groups and edit them anytime • Combine saved groups with ad-hoc picks • Access existing groups from your Contacts app Two Ways to Send FREE VERSION: • Compose your message and select recipients • Send manually through Apple's Messages app • Each message requires a quick tap to send • Perfect for smaller lists or one-off messages • Free messages end with a short "-Sent using HolidayMessenger" signature (removed in Pro) PRO VERSION ($1.99 one-time purchase): • Automated sending via Apple Shortcuts • Send to all recipients with one tap - no per-message interaction needed • Secure token-based system ensures your data stays private Message History • See all your sent messages in one place • View personalized messages for each recipient • Track when messages were sent • Delete individual or all history entries ***Privacy First*** • All data stored locally on your device • No cloud storage or third-party servers • Your contacts never leave your device • No tracking or analytics • Full control over your data PERFECT FOR • Holiday greetings (Christmas, New Year, Thanksgiving, etc.) • Birthday wishes • Thank you messages • Congratulations and celebrations • Staying in touch with friends and family • Sending personalized messages to groups without group chat chaos HOW IT WORKS 1. Choose a template or write a custom message 2. Select your recipients from contacts 3. Review and personalize if needed 4. Send all at once (Pro) or send manually one by one (Free) For Pro users, the HolidayMessengerPro Shortcut handles automated sending through your Messages app, making it effortless to send personalized greetings to everyone on your list. FREE TO START HolidayMessenger is free to download and use. The free version includes: • Unlimited template creation • Contact selection and management • Manual message sending • Message history • All core messaging features Upgrade to Pro for just $1.99 (one-time purchase) to unlock: • Automated sending via Shortcuts • No per-message taps required WHY HOLIDAYMESSENGER? We've all been there - the holidays roll around and you want to send warm wishes to 20, 30, or even 50 people. But sending individual texts takes forever, and nobody wants to be stuck in a group text where everyone's replies ping your phone all day long. HolidayMessenger solves this by letting you write your message once, choose who should receive it, and send it as individual, personal texts to each person. It's like you typed them out one by one, but done in minutes instead of hours. Perfect for busy people who want to stay connected without the hassle. SUPPORT Questions or need help? We're here for you: • Email: support@holidaymessenger.com • Website: holidaymessenger.com • Privacy Policy: Available in app and on our website Download HolidayMessenger today and make sending personalized messages effortless!

Screenshots

Cam Shutter4 screens
Holiday Messenger4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Holiday Messenger at Free against Cam Shutter's $1.99. Holiday Messenger also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). Cam Shutter's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and device support (3 vs 1). On ads 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

Holiday Messenger is free to download; Cam Shutter costs $1.99 up front. Holiday Messenger sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Cam Shutter asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Cam Shutter ships an update every 2 months, Holiday Messenger every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 1 level
Cam Shutter versus Holiday Messenger: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCam ShutterHoliday Messenger
Price$1.99Free — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS12.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size30 MB3 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperRaymond JonesMichael Ladd

In-app purchases

None

Cam Shutter

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Holiday Messenger

One-time2
  • Holiday Messenger Pro$1.99
  • HolidayMessengerPro$3.99

Questions

Is Cam Shutter free?
Cam Shutter costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Holiday Messenger free?
Holiday Messenger is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Cam Shutter or Holiday Messenger have ads?
Neither Cam Shutter nor Holiday Messenger shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Cam Shutter or Holiday Messenger?
Cam Shutter ships an update every 2 months, and Holiday Messenger every 3 weeks. Most recently, Cam Shutter was updated on October 30, 2026 and Holiday Messenger on October 30, 2026.

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