# Self Timer vs Video Compressor Expert

The clearest difference is update cadence: Video Compressor Expert at monthly against Self Timer's every 7 months. Video Compressor Expert also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

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

Self Timer ships an update every 7 months, Video Compressor Expert monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and September 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Self Timer | Video Compressor Expert |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[3.8 (22 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/self-timer/id346475986/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **22** | — |
| Positive reviews | 79.6% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 30 MB | 46 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Apimac](https://appshunter.io/developer/320560024) | [StudyBridge LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1830101876) |

## 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


### Video Compressor Expert

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/video-compressor-expert/id6754259393)

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads Lifetime | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Self Timer free?

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

### Is Video Compressor Expert free?

Video Compressor Expert is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do Self Timer or Video Compressor Expert have ads?

Neither Self Timer nor Video Compressor Expert shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Self Timer or Video Compressor Expert?

Self Timer ships an update every 7 months, and Video Compressor Expert monthly. Most recently, Self Timer was updated on September 17, 2026 and Video Compressor Expert on September 8, 2026.

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