Comparison

Self Timer vs VideoCraft

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Self Timer

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
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There’s a new way to take better group photos and selfies. Whether you’re capturing a smile, a night out with friends, or an unforgettable trip, the app helps you catch the perfect moment — even when you’re in front of the camera. Place your iPhone or iPad, or hold it in your hand, choose the countdown time, and get ready to pose. In just a few seconds, the automatic burst mode starts shooting: one, two, three, as many pictures as you want, one after another — so you can later pick the one that truly captures the feeling of the moment. The Multi-Photo feature is the key to better shots: it takes multiple images in quick succession, so you can later choose the best one — the one with the right look or the perfect smile. No more closed eyes, awkward poses, or half expressions — just real, natural, beautiful photos. During the countdown, Party Mode fills the wait with cheerful, random sounds that make everyone smile. Perfect for group selfies, parties, or fun moments, it makes every photo more relaxed and spontaneous. Every detail is carefully crafted, just like in all apps made by Apimac: essential controls, smooth gestures, and an interface designed to keep your results at the center. The vertical slider is always available to adjust zoom with a smooth, precise gesture, and the animated interface responds gracefully to every touch. On iPhone, haptic feedback accompanies each action; on iPad, the app takes full advantage of the screen for maximum control and privacy. And when you want to shoot without touching the screen, just say: “Hey Siri, take a photo with Self Timer app.” Thanks to Shortcuts, you can create custom automations and start your favorite shots with your voice anytime you like. Self Timer enhances the built-in Camera app with the features you actually need. It gives you more time, more control, and better results — sharper, more natural, more personal photos, and above all, more options to choose from. Because with Self Timer, you don’t just take a photo — you choose the perfect moment among many and get the picture you truly wanted. Shoot, live, and let Self Timer handle perfection. Subscriptions and Purchases With the purchase you unlock all the app’s core features. In addition, subscribers benefit from continuous improvements, new features, and regular updates delivered to the app over time. Plans available: • Monthly subscription: 2-weeks free trial, then automatically renews at the monthly price. • Annual subscription: 2-weeks free trial, then automatically renews at the annual price. • Lifetime purchase: one-time payment with unlimited access to all features and continuous improvements. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the period. You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your App Store account settings. Privacy Policy: https://www.apimac.com/about/privacy/ Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

VideoCraft

Features
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Make large videos smaller and easier to share with VideoCraft, a focused toolkit for everyday video tasks on iPhone. Skip the complicated editing timeline. Pick a video from Photos or Files, choose the result you need, and export it in a few clear steps. VideoCraft helps creators, students, and anyone preparing videos for sharing, uploading, or saving space. Try each of the seven tools with one complete free export. When you need more, a single non-consumable purchase unlocks every current tool and future export for life—no subscription. Existing customers keep full access. VIDEO COMPRESSION • Compress one video or process multiple videos in a batch • Choose 480p, 720p, 1080p, or 4K resolution • Adjust quality and select 30 or 60 FPS • Preview the estimated file size before export • Remove audio when you do not need it • Export as MP4, MOV, or M4V 7 EVERYDAY VIDEO TOOLS • Compress Video: reduce file size for easier sharing and uploads • Adjust Speed: change playback speed from 0.5× to 4× • Extract Audio: export AAC, Apple Lossless, or WAV and select the segment you need • Resize & Crop: set custom dimensions or choose vertical, square, and widescreen ratios • Format Presets: prepare videos for common publishing and sharing sizes • Keyframes: move frame by frame and save the images you want • Video to GIF: choose a time range, quality, and loop behavior A SIMPLE, LOCAL WORKFLOW • Import from Photos or Files • Find recent results in My Files • Switch between light and dark appearance • Process media on your device VideoCraft is for getting a specific video task done without opening a full video editor. Try every tool once for free, then unlock lifetime access with one payment if it fits your workflow.

Screenshots

Self Timer4 screens
VideoCraft4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: VideoCraft at none against Self Timer's 3. VideoCraft also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 7 months) and iOS requirement (16.6 vs 18.6). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Self Timer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. VideoCraft asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Self Timer ships an update every 7 months, VideoCraft monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Self Timer versus VideoCraft: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSelf TimerVideoCraft
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.8 (22 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews79.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings22 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.616.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size30 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperApimac振训 池

Bugs and requests

Self Timer

Reported bugs

9 issues
  • 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
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  • App won't install on certain iPhone models
  • Freezing during operation
  • Photos lost due to unclear permission requirements
  • Inconsistent performance across iOS versions

Requested features

10 requests
  • Zoom in/out capability
  • Longer timer delays (20-30 seconds)
  • Video recording support
  • Adjustable photo resolution/size
  • Interval settings between multiple shots
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  • Front-facing camera improvements
  • TIFF format support
  • Persistent flash settings across sessions
  • In-app tripod mount purchase option
  • Live camera preview while composing

VideoCraft

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Self Timer

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription$0.991 Month
  • Annual Subscription7 Days trial$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime License$24.99
None

VideoCraft

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Self Timer free?
Self Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is VideoCraft free?
VideoCraft is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Self Timer or VideoCraft have ads?
Neither Self Timer nor VideoCraft shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Self Timer or VideoCraft?
Self Timer ships an update every 7 months, and VideoCraft monthly. Most recently, Self Timer was updated on October 17, 2026 and VideoCraft on October 8, 2026.

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