# Slow Shutter Cam vs Diptic

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Slow Shutter Cam at none against Diptic's 7. Slow Shutter Cam also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months) and chart position (#12 vs #39). Diptic's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 16.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Slow Shutter Cam costs $2.99 and Diptic $2.99 up front. Diptic sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Slow Shutter Cam asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Slow Shutter Cam against 4.5 for Diptic. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2.8K and 3K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 72% of Slow Shutter Cam's written reviews are positive against 74% of Diptic's.

Slow Shutter Cam ships an update every 2 weeks, Diptic every 3 months. Both last shipped on October 16, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Slow Shutter Cam | Diptic |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $2.99 | $2.99 |
| Rating | **[4.6 (2.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/slow-shutter-cam/id357404131/reviews)** | [4.5 (3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/diptic/id377989827/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 2.8K | **3K** |
| Positive reviews | 71.5% of reviews | **74.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | **#12** | #39 |
| Size | 4 MB | 22 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Cogitap Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/338236702) | [Rhia Bucklin](https://appshunter.io/developer/6773141754) |

## What reviewers say

### Slow Shutter Cam

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/slow-shutter-cam/id357404131)

**Currently charting:** #12 Top Paid · Photo & Video, #95 Top Paid (US App Store)

Capture stunning long exposure photographs with three distinct modes: Motion Blur for dynamic effects, Light Trail for light painting, and Low Light for enhanced detail. Achieve DSLR-quality results with manual controls and real-time previews.

**Highlights:** Motion Blur capture mode, Light Trail capture mode, Low Light capture mode, Unlimited shutter speed, Manual ISO control, Real-time live preview, Multiple exposure photos

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Powerful controls
- 🎨 Great for creative photography
- 💡 Useful for low light and long exposure shots
- 🎨 Excellent for light trails and motion blur

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes or freezes
- 🔋 Drains battery quickly
- 🤔 Confusing interface for some users
- 🤷‍♀️ Limited functionality compared to DSLR
- 🤔 Struggles with astrophotography and night sky shots

**Reported bugs**

- Lens flare or distortion issues on some devices
- Inconsistent performance on iPhone 11 Pro Max
- Saved photos not showing up in camera roll

**Requested features**

- Add support for RAW image format
- Implement a hands-free bulb mode with remote activation
- Include a countdown timer for stabilizing the camera
- Integrate with Apple Watch for easier shutter control
- Provide more detailed tutorials and guidance for beginners


### Diptic

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/diptic/id377989827)

**Currently charting:** #39 Top Paid · Photo & Video (US App Store)

Create stunning photo and video collages with a vast array of customizable layouts and editing tools. Personalize your creations with text, filters, and borders, then share them across your favorite social platforms.

**Highlights:** Photo and video collage creation, 194+ customizable layouts, Text captions with font/color options, 14 filters and image adjustments, Video editing with music, Import from multiple sources, High-resolution export

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Expandable Layouts | $0.99 | one-time |
| Diamond + Triangles Layout Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Alphabet Layout Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Numbers Layout Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Party Texture Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Fun Times Texture Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Video Watermark Removal | $0.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Versatile and creative
- 👍 Useful for various purposes
- 👍 Straightforward interface
- 👍 Great for photo collages

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Freezes and crashes
- 🐛 Photos not loading properly
- 🐛 Exporting/saving issues
- 🔒 Watermark removal requires in-app purchase
- 🔒 Paid features not worth the cost

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to select multiple photos
- Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
- Inconsistent performance across devices

**Requested features**

- More layout options and flexibility
- Ability to save and edit previous collages
- Improved text editing capabilities
- Direct social media sharing
- Removal of watermark without additional cost


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Slow Shutter Cam free?

Slow Shutter Cam costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Diptic free?

Diptic costs $2.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Slow Shutter Cam or Diptic?

Slow Shutter Cam is rated higher. Slow Shutter Cam averages 4.6 out of 5 from 2.8K ratings, while Diptic averages 4.5 from 3K ratings.

### Do Slow Shutter Cam or Diptic have ads?

Neither Slow Shutter Cam nor Diptic shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Slow Shutter Cam or Diptic?

Slow Shutter Cam ships an update every 2 weeks, and Diptic every 3 months. Most recently, Slow Shutter Cam was updated on October 16, 2026 and Diptic on October 16, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Slow Shutter Cam or Diptic?

Slow Shutter Cam currently peaks at #12 in the App Store charts, and Diptic at #39. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*