# Self Timer vs DIGIX AMR1

The clearest difference is rating: DIGIX AMR1 at 4.9 against Self Timer's 3.8. DIGIX AMR1 also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 7 months) and review sentiment (100% vs 80%). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Self Timer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and DIGIX AMR1 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

DIGIX AMR1 holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 22 and 17 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 80% of Self Timer's written reviews are positive against 100% of DIGIX AMR1's.

Self Timer ships an update every 7 months, DIGIX AMR1 monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Self Timer | DIGIX AMR1 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.8 (22 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/self-timer/id346475986/reviews) | **[4.9 (17 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/digix-amr1/id1488061339/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **22** | 17 |
| Positive reviews | 79.6% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 30 MB | 177 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **17.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Apimac](https://appshunter.io/developer/320560024) | [Digiguys, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/888846748) |

## What reviewers say

### Self Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/self-timer/id346475986)

Capture perfect group photos and selfies with a customizable countdown and automatic burst mode. This app helps you get the shot you want, even when you're in front of the camera, by taking multiple photos in quick succession.

**Highlights:** Customizable countdown timer, Automatic burst mode, Multi-photo capture, Party Mode with sounds, Voice control via Siri, Smooth zoom gestures

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $0.99 | per month |
| Annual Subscription | $9.99 | per year |
| Lifetime License | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and easy-to-use interface
- ⏱️ Adjustable timer delays (3-15 seconds)
- 📸 Multiple photo capture capability
- 💰 Affordable price point ($0.99)
- 🎯 Does exactly what it advertises

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezing issues
- 📷 Poor photo quality and blurriness
- 🔍 No zoom functionality
- ❌ Photos not saving to camera roll
- ⚙️ Auto-focus problems

**Reported bugs**

- Only saves last photo in series instead of all selected photos
- App crashes frequently during use and when viewing album
- Photos fail to save without clear error messaging
- Blurry and pixelated photo output
- Auto-focus not functioning properly

**Requested features**

- Zoom in/out capability
- Longer timer delays (20-30 seconds)
- Video recording support
- Adjustable photo resolution/size
- Interval settings between multiple shots


### DIGIX AMR1

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/digix-amr1/id1488061339)

Capture photos with a retro aesthetic inspired by 1980s film cameras. Offers automatic shooting for ease or manual controls for creative freedom, allowing you to master photography principles.

**Highlights:** Retro 1980s Japanese camera design, Auto Mode for easy shooting, Manual Mode for full creative control, Adjust focus, shutter speed, ISO, exposure, Switch between iPhone lenses with real data, Learn the Exposure Triangle

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Access | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Self Timer free?

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

### Is DIGIX AMR1 free?

DIGIX AMR1 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Self Timer or DIGIX AMR1?

DIGIX AMR1 is rated higher. Self Timer averages 3.8 out of 5 from 22 ratings, while DIGIX AMR1 averages 4.9 from 17 ratings.

### Do Self Timer or DIGIX AMR1 have ads?

Neither Self Timer nor DIGIX AMR1 shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Self Timer or DIGIX AMR1?

Self Timer ships an update every 7 months, and DIGIX AMR1 monthly. Most recently, Self Timer was updated on October 27, 2026 and DIGIX AMR1 on October 24, 2026.

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