# Classic Camera by Hipstamatic vs Dramatic Black & White

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Dramatic Black & White at none against Classic Camera by Hipstamatic's 10. Dramatic Black & White also leads on review sentiment (84% vs 63%) and price ($2.99 vs $4.99). Classic Camera by Hipstamatic's advantage is ratings volume (4.5K vs 345) and chart position (#157 vs unranked). On rating, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Classic Camera by Hipstamatic costs $4.99 and Dramatic Black & White $2.99 up front. Classic Camera by Hipstamatic sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Dramatic Black & White 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 4.8 for Dramatic Black & White. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Classic Camera by Hipstamatic has 4.5K ratings behind it against 345, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 63% of Classic Camera by Hipstamatic's written reviews are positive against 84% of Dramatic Black & White's.

Classic Camera by Hipstamatic ships an update every 3 months, Dramatic Black & White every 4 months. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Classic Camera by Hipstamatic | Dramatic Black & White |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $4.99 | **$2.99** |
| Rating | [4.7 (4.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/classic-camera-by-hipstamatic/id342115564/reviews) | **[4.8 (345 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dramatic-black-and-white/id457075492/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **4.5K** | 345 |
| Positive reviews | 63.3% of reviews | **84.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 months** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#157** | — |
| Size | 89 MB | 15 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Hipstamatic, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/342115567) | [JixiPix, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/380605671) |

## What reviewers say

### Classic Camera by Hipstamatic

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

**Currently charting:** #157 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


### Dramatic Black & White

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dramatic-black-and-white/id457075492)

Transform your photos into striking black and white images with adjustable light, contrast, and texture. Explore classic and modern styles, and use unique tools to create artistic compositions. Perfect for photographers seeking to enhance their monochrome vision.

**Highlights:** Black and white photo conversion, Adjustable light and contrast, Texture and shape controls, Ellipse spotlight tool, Classic, infrared, and HD styles, Grain and vignette effects

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great for B&W photography
- 🎨 Lots of editing options
- 💻 Works well on desktop
- 🤩 Fantastic results
- 🙌 Easy to use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes frequently
- 🔍 Clunky UI/UX
- 🔍 Annoying pop-ups
- 🔍 Slow saving process
- 🔍 Limited features

**Reported bugs**

- Freezing on login screen
- Incompatibility with newer devices
- Inability to access camera

**Requested features**

- Ability to adjust individual color channels
- Layers and masking tools
- Remembering custom settings
- Improved performance and stability


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Classic Camera by Hipstamatic free?

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

### Is Dramatic Black & White free?

Dramatic Black & White costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Classic Camera by Hipstamatic or Dramatic Black & White?

Dramatic Black & White is rated higher. Classic Camera by Hipstamatic averages 4.7 out of 5 from 4.5K ratings, while Dramatic Black & White averages 4.8 from 345 ratings.

### Do Classic Camera by Hipstamatic or Dramatic Black & White have ads?

Neither Classic Camera by Hipstamatic nor Dramatic Black & White shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Classic Camera by Hipstamatic or Dramatic Black & White?

Classic Camera by Hipstamatic ships an update every 3 months, and Dramatic Black & White every 4 months. Most recently, Classic Camera by Hipstamatic was updated on September 24, 2026 and Dramatic Black & White on September 24, 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.*