# Slow Shutter Cam vs Alien Sky

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Slow Shutter Cam at 2.8K against Alien Sky's 132. Slow Shutter Cam also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 5 weeks) and chart position (#8 vs unranked). Alien Sky's advantage is review sentiment (83% vs 72%) and iOS requirement (12.4 vs 16.0). On rating, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Slow Shutter Cam costs $2.99 and Alien Sky $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Slow Shutter Cam against 4.7 for Alien Sky. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Slow Shutter Cam has 2.8K ratings behind it against 132, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 72% of Slow Shutter Cam's written reviews are positive against 83% of Alien Sky's.

Slow Shutter Cam ships an update every 2 weeks, Alien Sky every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on October 16, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Slow Shutter Cam | Alien Sky |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$2.99** | $4.99 |
| Rating | [4.6 (2.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/slow-shutter-cam/id357404131/reviews) | **[4.7 (132 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alien-sky-space-camera/id519529254/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2.8K** | 132 |
| Positive reviews | 71.5% of reviews | **83.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#8** | — |
| Size | 4 MB | 87 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **12.4** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Cogitap Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/338236702) | [James Grote](https://appshunter.io/developer/338517204) |

## What reviewers say

### Slow Shutter Cam

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

**Currently charting:** #8 Top Paid · Photo & Video, #68 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


### Alien Sky

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alien-sky-space-camera/id519529254)

Transform ordinary photos into futuristic space scenes. Add planets, galaxies, stars, and lens flares to create otherworldly images. Customize your sky and give your photos a unique sci-fi feel.

**Highlights:** Space objects (planets, galaxies, moons), Bright suns and distant stars, Futuristic lens flares, Sky customization, Sci-fi photo effects

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Slow Shutter Cam free?

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

### Is Alien Sky free?

Alien Sky costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Slow Shutter Cam or Alien Sky?

Alien Sky is rated higher. Slow Shutter Cam averages 4.6 out of 5 from 2.8K ratings, while Alien Sky averages 4.7 from 132 ratings.

### Do Slow Shutter Cam or Alien Sky have ads?

Neither Slow Shutter Cam nor Alien Sky shows ads.

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

Slow Shutter Cam ships an update every 2 weeks, and Alien Sky every 5 weeks. Most recently, Slow Shutter Cam was updated on October 16, 2026 and Alien Sky on October 16, 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.*