# Slow Shutter Cam vs Photo Scan Plus

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Slow Shutter Cam at none against Photo Scan Plus's 14. Slow Shutter Cam also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months). Photo Scan Plus's advantage is review sentiment (86% vs 71%) and ratings volume (22K vs 2.8K). On rating, ads, chart position and device support there is nothing between them.

Slow Shutter Cam costs $2.99 and Photo Scan Plus $1.99 up front. Photo Scan Plus sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Slow Shutter Cam asks for nothing beyond the download.

Photo Scan Plus holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Photo Scan Plus has 22K ratings behind it against 2.8K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 71% of Slow Shutter Cam's written reviews are positive against 86% of Photo Scan Plus's.

Slow Shutter Cam ships an update every 2 weeks, Photo Scan Plus every 3 months. Both last shipped on November 1, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Slow Shutter Cam | Photo Scan Plus |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $2.99 | **$1.99** |
| Rating | [4.6 (2.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/slow-shutter-cam/id357404131/reviews) | **[4.8 (22K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-scan-plus/id951627022/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2.8K | **22K** |
| Positive reviews | 71.5% of reviews | **86.0% 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 | **#17** | #37 |
| Size | 5 MB | 226 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Cogitap Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/338236702) | [Photomyne LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/951627021) |

## What reviewers say

### Slow Shutter Cam

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

**Currently charting:** #17 Top Paid · Photo & Video, #124 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, iPhone Duo support

**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


### Photo Scan Plus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-scan-plus/id951627022)

**Currently charting:** #37 Top Paid · Photo & Video (US App Store)

Easily digitize your old photos, slides, and negatives with advanced AI. This app automatically enhances and organizes your memories, allowing you to add details, audio, and even colorize black-and-white images. Preserve and share your family history across generations.

**Highlights:** Scan multiple photos at once, Digitize slides and negatives, AI-powered auto-enhancement, Colorize B&W photos, Add audio recordings to scans, Create photo collages, Share via web link

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

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Photomyne account | $1.99 | per month |
| Photomyne account | $9.99 | per month |
| Photomyne account | $17.99 | per year |
| Photomyne account | $17.99 | per 6 months |
| Photomyne account | $19.99 | per 6 months |
| Photomyne membership | $19.99 | per month |
| Photomyne account | $39.99 | per year |
| Photomyne membership | $59.99 | per year |
| AI Couple Portrait | $3.99 | one-time |
| Photomyne membership | $29.99 | one-time |
| Elite club access | $39.99 | one-time |
| Photomyne account | $47.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Quick scanning
- 💡 Colorization feature
- 🔒 Safe storage
- 🚀 Efficient scanning of entire albums

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional glitches and bugs
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🔍 Limited editing options
- 🔍 Quality not as good as flatbed scanners
- 🔍 Struggles with glare and reflections

**Reported bugs**

- Difficulty canceling subscriptions
- Inconsistent date/time tagging of scanned photos
- Occasional loss of photo albums

**Requested features**

- Ability to rearrange photos within albums
- Option to save photos directly to device storage
- Improved batch editing and processing
- Higher resolution scanning options
- Better integration with other photo apps and cloud services


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Slow Shutter Cam free?

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

### Is Photo Scan Plus free?

Photo Scan Plus costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Slow Shutter Cam or Photo Scan Plus?

Photo Scan Plus is rated higher. Slow Shutter Cam averages 4.6 out of 5 from 2.8K ratings, while Photo Scan Plus averages 4.8 from 22K ratings.

### Do Slow Shutter Cam or Photo Scan Plus have ads?

Neither Slow Shutter Cam nor Photo Scan Plus shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Slow Shutter Cam or Photo Scan Plus?

Slow Shutter Cam ships an update every 2 weeks, and Photo Scan Plus every 3 months. Most recently, Slow Shutter Cam was updated on November 1, 2026 and Photo Scan Plus on November 1, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Slow Shutter Cam or Photo Scan Plus?

Slow Shutter Cam currently peaks at #17 in the App Store charts, and Photo Scan Plus at #37. 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.*