Comparison

Photo Timer Camera vs Lens Squid

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

Head to head
About

Photo Timer Camera

Become your own photographer with this app that transforms your phone into a personal photoshoot assistant. Set your device up, choose your shot count, and let the app automatically capture numerous professional-looking photos while you pose. Perfect for solo travelers, content creators, and anyone wanting great self-portraits.

Highlights
  • Automated burst photo sessions
  • Adjustable smart delay timer
  • Customizable interval control
  • Built-in gallery for selection
  • Portrait mode with background blur
  • High-resolution 48MP capture
  • Hands-free video recording
Features
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Tired of asking strangers to take your photo? Be your own photographer. LensPal turns your iPhone into a personal photoshoot assistant. Set it up, strike a pose, and let the app capture dozens of professional-looking shots automatically. PERFECT FOR: - Solo travelers who want stunning vacation photos - Content creators building their Instagram, TikTok or YouTube - Anyone who wants outfit pics without bothering roommates - Group photos where everyone is actually IN the photo HOW IT WORKS: Set your phone on any surface. Choose how many photos you want. Walk into frame. LensPal handles the rest — taking shot after shot until you get THE one. KEY FEATURES: - Burst Sessions — Take 5, 10, 50+ photos automatically - Smart Delay — 3 to 60 seconds to get into position - Interval Control — Set exact timing between each shot - Built-in Gallery — Rate and pick your best shots instantly - Portrait Mode — Professional background blur - 48MP Capture — Full resolution on supported iPhones - Video Mode — Same hands-free magic for video content Stop satisfying with awkward arm-length selfies. Start creating content that looks like someone else took it. SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION: LensPal Pro unlocks all features including unlimited burst sessions, 48MP capture, Portrait Mode, Video Mode, and advanced timer controls. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your App Store account settings after purchase. Questions? support@lenspal.app Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Lens Squid

Capture photos and videos hands-free with customizable timers and intelligent AI smile and blink detection. Easily share your memories and even crop them with various shapes and borders.

Highlights
  • Hands-free photography
  • AI smile and blink detection
  • Video recording during timer shoots
  • Easy social media sharing
  • Screen mirroring compatibility
  • Photo cropping with custom borders
Features
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Capture the perfect moment effortlessly with unlimited camera timers and AI smile detection photo capture. Lens Squid is the innovative camera app designed for a seamless, hands-free photography experience. Say goodbye to shaky selfies and group photos with missing friends. Lens Squid combines intelligent technology and intuitive design to make your photo sessions more enjoyable than ever. Key features: • Hands-free photography: Choose between a customizable timer or our advanced smile and blink detection features. • Video: Capture both video and photos during timer photo shoots. • Smile detection: Never miss a heartwarming moment again. Lens Squid automatically captures photos when someone in the frame is smiling. • Blink detection: Lens Squid identifies when someone closes and opens their eyes to snap a photo. • Easy sharing: Instantly share your captured memories with friends and family through your favorite social media platforms. • Mirroring: Compatible with Screen Mirroring, so you can share your device screen to your Mac or Apple enabled TV to ensure you're positioned within the camera frame during a photoshoot. • Crop photos using different shapes and border colors. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Lens Squid is a product of Breelig Ventures LLC. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. You can contact us in the app or on our website at https://lenssquid.com.

Screenshots

Photo Timer Camera4 screens
Lens Squid4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Lens Squid at 5.0 against Photo Timer Camera's 4.6. Photo Timer Camera's advantage is ratings volume (402 vs 2). On price, update cadence, ads 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. Photo Timer Camera sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and Lens Squid sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Lens Squid holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Photo Timer Camera has 402 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Photo Timer Camera ships an update every 10 days, Lens Squid every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and June 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Photo Timer Camera versus Lens Squid: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPhoto Timer CameraLens Squid
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (402 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews81.3% of reviews
Number of ratings402 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS16.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size53 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPlayorium LTDBreelig Ventures LLC

Customer experience

Photo Timer Camera

All ratings402 ratings
Positive87.8%
Neutral4.2%
Negative8.0%
Written reviews16 reviews
Positive81.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative18.8%

Lens Squid

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Photo Timer Camera

Reported bugs

1 issue
  • Photo quality degrades when saved to album

Requested features

1 request
  • Improve photo saving quality

Lens Squid

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

9 purchases

Photo Timer Camera

Subscriptions8
  • Weekly Subscription$3.997 Days
  • Weekly Premium Subscription3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Monthly Subscription$12.991 Month
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  • Monthly Premium Subscription3 Days trial$12.991 Month
  • Three month subscription$19.993 Months
  • Yearly Subscription$39.991 Year
  • Yearly Premium Subscription3 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • Yearly Premium Subscription7 Days trial$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$69.99
2 purchases

Lens Squid

Subscriptions2
  • Month$0.991 Month
  • 1 Year3 Days trial$4.991 Year

Questions

Is Photo Timer Camera free?
Photo Timer Camera is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Lens Squid free?
Lens Squid is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Photo Timer Camera or Lens Squid?
Lens Squid is rated higher. Photo Timer Camera averages 4.6 out of 5 from 402 ratings, while Lens Squid averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Photo Timer Camera or Lens Squid have ads?
Neither Photo Timer Camera nor Lens Squid shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Photo Timer Camera or Lens Squid?
Photo Timer Camera ships an update every 10 days, and Lens Squid every 2 weeks. Most recently, Photo Timer Camera was updated on September 21, 2026 and Lens Squid on June 10, 2026.

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