# Slow Shutter Cam vs SphereLens

The clearest difference is price: SphereLens at Free against Slow Shutter Cam's $2.99. SphereLens also leads on iOS requirement (7.1 vs 16.0). Slow Shutter Cam's advantage is rating (4.6 vs 3.5) and ratings volume (2.8K vs 2). On review sentiment, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

SphereLens is free to download; Slow Shutter Cam costs $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Slow Shutter Cam holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Slow Shutter Cam has 2.8K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 72% of Slow Shutter Cam's written reviews are positive against 75% of SphereLens's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Slow Shutter Cam ships an update every 2 weeks, SphereLens every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Slow Shutter Cam | SphereLens |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $2.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.6 (2.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/slow-shutter-cam/id357404131/reviews)** | [3.5 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spherelens/id530098078/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.8K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 71.5% of reviews | **75.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#16** | — |
| Size | 4 MB | 12 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **7.1** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Cogitap Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/338236702) | [Salamander Factory Co.,Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/325906085) |

## What reviewers say

### Slow Shutter Cam

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

**Currently charting:** #16 Top Paid · Photo & Video, #104 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


### SphereLens

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spherelens/id530098078)

Transform your photos into unique spherical lens effects. Emphasize specific parts of your image by aligning them within a guiding circle. Adjust the sphere size and save your creations in high resolution.

**Highlights:** Spherical lens photo processing, On-screen camera guide, Adjustable sphere size, High-resolution saving, Direct Twitter sharing, Customizable settings

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Slow Shutter Cam free?

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

### Is SphereLens free?

SphereLens is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

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

Slow Shutter Cam is rated higher. Slow Shutter Cam averages 4.6 out of 5 from 2.8K ratings, while SphereLens averages 3.5 from 2 ratings.

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

Neither Slow Shutter Cam nor SphereLens shows ads.

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

Slow Shutter Cam ships an update every 2 weeks, and SphereLens every 3 weeks. Most recently, Slow Shutter Cam was updated on October 18, 2026 and SphereLens on September 29, 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.*