# TimeLapse vs Timelapse by ReeLapse

The clearest difference is rating: Timelapse by ReeLapse at 3.9 against TimeLapse's 2.3. Timelapse by ReeLapse also leads on ratings volume (127 vs 18). TimeLapse's advantage is review sentiment (58% vs 26%) and iOS requirement (8.3 vs 18.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TimeLapse sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Timelapse by ReeLapse sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $11.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Timelapse by ReeLapse holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Timelapse by ReeLapse has 127 ratings behind it against 18, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 58% of TimeLapse's written reviews are positive against 26% of Timelapse by ReeLapse's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

TimeLapse ships an update every 3 weeks, Timelapse by ReeLapse monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TimeLapse | Timelapse by ReeLapse |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.3 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timelapse-free/id312286984/reviews) | **[3.9 (127 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timelapse-by-reelapse/id6476781335/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 18 | **127** |
| Positive reviews | **58.5% of reviews** | 26.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 19 MB | 87 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.3** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [xyster.net LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/884482445) | [Reeflex GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1577429991) |

## What reviewers say

### TimeLapse

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timelapse-free/id312286984)

Create and edit professional time-lapse videos on your mobile device. Capture sequences with flexible camera settings, including 4K video and RAW photos, and refine your footage with frame-level editing and powerful filters.

**Highlights:** Flexible time-lapse camera setup, 4K video and RAW photo capture, Smart Exposure for flicker-free results, Frame-level sequence editor, Virtual pan and zoom, Powerful filter stack, Tilt shift effect

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TimeLapse Recording Unlimited | $1.99 | one-time |
| TimeLapse Editing Unlimited | $3.99 | one-time |
| TimeLapse Unlimited | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 User-friendly interface and easy to learn
- 🎥 High-quality video output and sharp images
- ⚙️ Extensive customization settings and controls
- 🔒 Focus and exposure lock features
- 🎵 Ability to add music to videos

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezing
- ❌ Video playback fails or won't open
- 💾 Projects don't save properly
- 📚 Lack of clear instructions and documentation
- 💰 Misleading free/paid model with hidden paywalls

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes during video creation and editing
- Video files become corrupted or unplayable
- Projects fail to save or load
- Green screen output instead of recorded video
- Black video output despite successful recording

**Requested features**

- Better user manual and in-app instructions
- Longer final video length in free version
- Automatic exposure adjustment for changing light
- Pause/resume recording functionality
- Timestamp/date overlay on videos


### Timelapse by ReeLapse

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timelapse-by-reelapse/id6476781335)

Capture stunning time-lapses with advanced manual controls and professional video features. Offers RAW frame export, Apple ProRes support, and creative slow shutter effects for unique visuals.

**Highlights:** Advanced manual camera controls, Apple ProRes and RAW frame export, Customizable intervals and frame counts, Slow Shutter modes (Motion Blur, Light Trails), Full sensor resolution and 4K shooting, Intuitive user interface

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Yearly Subscription | $11.99 | per year |
| ReeLapse Annual | $11.99 | per year |
| ReeLapse Life Time Access | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 High quality results
- 👍 Motion blur and light streaking effects
- 👍 Apple ProRes recording
- 👍 Manual controls available
- 👍 Clean interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes frequently
- 🐛 Does not save recordings
- 🐛 Corrupted or unreadable files
- 🐛 Requires full photo library access
- 🐛 High data usage

**Reported bugs**

- App does not save recordings
- App crashes during recording or saving
- Saved videos are corrupted or unplayable
- App requires full photo library access even with limited access
- App does not initialize due to permission loop

**Requested features**

- Add presets
- Support DNG Bayer raw images
- Option for a chime when recording ends
- Option to reset screen brightness when recording ends
- Option to remember previous settings


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TimeLapse free?

TimeLapse is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Timelapse by ReeLapse free?

Timelapse by ReeLapse is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, TimeLapse or Timelapse by ReeLapse?

Timelapse by ReeLapse is rated higher. TimeLapse averages 2.3 out of 5 from 18 ratings, while Timelapse by ReeLapse averages 3.9 from 127 ratings.

### Do TimeLapse or Timelapse by ReeLapse have ads?

Neither TimeLapse nor Timelapse by ReeLapse shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, TimeLapse or Timelapse by ReeLapse?

TimeLapse ships an update every 3 weeks, and Timelapse by ReeLapse monthly. Most recently, TimeLapse was updated on October 31, 2026 and Timelapse by ReeLapse on October 30, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*