# Classic Camera by Hipstamatic vs Snaptouch Camera

The clearest difference is price: Snaptouch Camera at Free against Classic Camera by Hipstamatic's $4.99. Snaptouch Camera also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 10) and update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 3 months). Classic Camera by Hipstamatic's advantage is review sentiment (63% vs 34%) and chart position (#64 vs unranked). On rating, ratings volume, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Snaptouch Camera is free to download; Classic Camera by Hipstamatic costs $4.99 up front. Classic Camera by Hipstamatic sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Snaptouch Camera asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Classic Camera by Hipstamatic against 4.6 for Snaptouch Camera. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4.5K and 3.7K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 63% of Classic Camera by Hipstamatic's written reviews are positive against 34% of Snaptouch Camera's.

Classic Camera by Hipstamatic ships an update every 3 months, Snaptouch Camera every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Classic Camera by Hipstamatic | Snaptouch Camera |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $4.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.7 (4.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/classic-camera-by-hipstamatic/id342115564/reviews)** | [4.6 (3.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/snaptouch-camera/id1255930529/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **4.5K** | 3.7K |
| Positive reviews | **63.3% of reviews** | 33.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 4 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#64** | — |
| Size | 89 MB | 96 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Hipstamatic, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/342115567) | [C&A Marketing, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/626227070) |

## What reviewers say

### Classic Camera by Hipstamatic

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/classic-camera-by-hipstamatic/id342115564)

**Currently charting:** #64 Top Paid · Photo & Video (US App Store)

This app offers a unique analog-style photography experience on mobile devices. It provides a variety of vintage camera simulations, advanced editing tools, and the ability to create and share custom presets. Users can capture and edit photos with a focus on artistic expression and authentic visual aesthetics.

**Highlights:** Analog-style camera simulations, Manual camera controls, Extensive editing suite, Customizable presets, Multiple exposure feature, RAW format capture and editing

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Williamsburg Starter HipstaPak | $0.99 | one-time |
| Portland HipstaPak | $0.99 | one-time |
| Shibuya HipstaPak | $0.99 | one-time |
| Camden HipstaPak | $0.99 | one-time |
| Mission Hipstapak | $0.99 | one-time |
| Dali GoodPak | $0.99 | one-time |
| Soho HipstaPak | $0.99 | one-time |
| Bondi HipstaPak | $0.99 | one-time |
| Wicker Park HipstaPak | $0.99 | one-time |
| RetroPak One | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Powerful creative tool
- 👍 Versatile lens/film combinations
- 🎨 Unique vintage-style photography
- 💡 Ability to edit existing photos
- 👍 Reliable and consistent performance

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and stability issues
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
- 🤔 Confusing interface changes
- 🙁 Inability to restore purchases

**Reported bugs**

- Photos not saving properly
- Viewfinder not aligning correctly
- Inability to change ISO settings without crashing
- Purchased items disappearing from the app
- Syncing issues between devices

**Requested features**

- Add support for iPhone 14 Pro camera
- Improve RAW file handling
- Implement batch photo editing
- Provide better organization for purchased items
- Introduce an undo/redo function


### Snaptouch Camera

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/snaptouch-camera/id1255930529)

Edit, print, and share photos from your smartphone or tablet. Connect to your camera or social media to access and customize images with filters and borders. Print your creations easily with preview options.

**Highlights:** Photo editing, Photo printing, Social media integration, Filters and borders, Print preview, Device compatibility

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 💻 Easy to use
- 🎨 Good editing tools
- 📸 Captures memories well

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes frequently
- ⚠️ Connectivity issues with camera
- 🔄 Printing process unreliable
- 📷 Poor photo quality

**Reported bugs**

- App doesn't allow firmware updates
- Bluetooth connectivity problems
- Printing function not working as expected
- Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions

**Requested features**

- Restore original Polaroid frame option
- Allow access to photo libraries instead of just social media
- Improve print preview and editing capabilities


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Classic Camera by Hipstamatic free?

Classic Camera by Hipstamatic costs $4.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Snaptouch Camera free?

Snaptouch Camera is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Classic Camera by Hipstamatic or Snaptouch Camera?

Classic Camera by Hipstamatic is rated higher. Classic Camera by Hipstamatic averages 4.7 out of 5 from 4.5K ratings, while Snaptouch Camera averages 4.6 from 3.7K ratings.

### Do Classic Camera by Hipstamatic or Snaptouch Camera have ads?

Neither Classic Camera by Hipstamatic nor Snaptouch Camera shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Classic Camera by Hipstamatic or Snaptouch Camera?

Classic Camera by Hipstamatic ships an update every 3 months, and Snaptouch Camera every 4 weeks. Most recently, Classic Camera by Hipstamatic was updated on September 28, 2026 and Snaptouch Camera on September 19, 2026.

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