# Slow Shutter Cam vs LightCast Suite

The clearest difference is price: LightCast Suite at Free against Slow Shutter Cam's $2.99. LightCast Suite also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and update cadence (every 6 days vs every 3 weeks). Slow Shutter Cam's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ratings volume (2.8K vs 5). On ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

LightCast Suite is free to download; Slow Shutter Cam costs $2.99 up front. LightCast Suite sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Slow Shutter Cam asks for nothing beyond the download.

LightCast Suite holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Slow Shutter Cam has 2.8K ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Slow Shutter Cam ships an update every 3 weeks, LightCast Suite every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Slow Shutter Cam | LightCast Suite |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $2.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.6 (2.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/slow-shutter-cam/id357404131/reviews) | **[5.0 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lightcast-suite/id6762569851/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2.8K** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | 71.5% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 6 days** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Freemium** |
| Best chart rank | **#17** | — |
| Size | 5 MB | 92 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Cogitap Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/338236702) | [Megan Tucker](https://appshunter.io/developer/1894708934) |

## What reviewers say

### Slow Shutter Cam

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

**Currently charting:** #17 Top Paid · Photo & Video, #157 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


### LightCast Suite

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lightcast-suite/id6762569851)

This app provides photographers with detailed weather forecasts and light condition scores to help them find the best shooting opportunities. It offers specialized tools for sunset, astrophotography, fog, clouds, drone operation, and exposure calculations. Receive notifications for optimal conditions and explore nearby locations.

**Highlights:** Photography-specific weather forecasts, Light condition scoring (0-100), Sunset/sunrise shooting windows, Astrophotography visibility tools, Fog density and timing, Cloud layer analysis, Drone wind and visibility alerts, Exposure triangle and DOF calculators

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| LightCast Suite Premium | $2.99 | per month |
| LightCast Suite Premium | $29.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Slow Shutter Cam free?

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

### Is LightCast Suite free?

LightCast Suite is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Slow Shutter Cam or LightCast Suite?

LightCast Suite is rated higher. Slow Shutter Cam averages 4.6 out of 5 from 2.8K ratings, while LightCast Suite averages 5.0 from 5 ratings.

### Do Slow Shutter Cam or LightCast Suite have ads?

Neither Slow Shutter Cam nor LightCast Suite shows ads.

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

Slow Shutter Cam ships an update every 3 weeks, and LightCast Suite every 6 days. Most recently, Slow Shutter Cam was updated on October 20, 2026 and LightCast Suite on October 18, 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.*