Instant Camera vs Retromatic 2.0
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Instant Camera
Capture and personalize photos with an instant camera aesthetic. Add handwritten notes and drawings to your images for a unique, nostalgic touch. Import photos or take new ones directly within the app.
- Instant camera photo simulation
- Handwritten notes and drawings
- Zoom and pan while drawing
- Two frame styles
- Direct shooting mode
- Import from photo library
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InstantCamera recreates the look and feel of instant camera photos on your iPhone. After taking a photo, you can write or draw directly on it by hand to create a memorable keepsake. Why not capture everyday moments with InstantCamera, just like the protagonist in the film Alice in the Cities? Main Features - Paint function You can zoom in up to 2x while drawing. When zoomed in, move the image by dragging/swiping with two fingers. - Two types of frames - Opens directly in shooting mode - Take photos with the camera or import images from your photo library We welcome your feedback and comments. mail: info@bbcddc.com X: bbcddc
Retromatic 2.0
Transform your photos into nostalgic masterpieces with a variety of retro filters, graphic themes, and customizable stickers. Easily create vintage-style posters and share them across social media platforms.
- 18 retro filters
- 17 graphic themes
- 70+ modifiable stickers
- High-resolution image support
- Social media sharing
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Take your pictures back in time with Retromatic's retro-style themes, stickers, and effects. In a matter of seconds, you can create fun posters featuring your favorite objects. Remember your favorite decades with our unique, easy-to-use app. Features 1. 18 amazing retro filters 2. 17 graphic themes in 17 different colors 3. Over 70 modifiable retro stickers 4. Supports high-resolution images (1280x1280) 5. Supports Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Flickr Instructions 1. Take or choose a photo 2. Trace the outline of the subject 3. Pick a theme in your favorite color 4. Select a filter 5. Add stickers and text in a variety of colors 6. Save and share with your friends! Don't worry, we will continue to update our stickers and effects for more retro fun. :) Participate to win a spot in our showcase! All you have to do is... 1. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter Facebook: facebook.com/petavision Instagram: Petavision Twitter: Petavision 2. Tag #RetromaticChoice to your favorite photos! Want to get in touch with us? Email us at: info@peta-vision.com
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Retromatic 2.0 at 88% against Instant Camera's 38%. Retromatic 2.0 also leads on rating (4.6 vs 3.0) and ratings volume (75 vs 1). Instant Camera's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Instant Camera costs $1.99 and Retromatic 2.0 $1.99 up front. Retromatic 2.0 sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Instant Camera asks for nothing beyond the download.
Retromatic 2.0 holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Retromatic 2.0 has 75 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 38% of Instant Camera's written reviews are positive against 88% of Retromatic 2.0's.
Instant Camera ships an update every 2 months, Retromatic 2.0 every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Instant Camera | Retromatic 2.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1.99 | $1.99 |
| Rating | 3.0 (1 ratings) | 4.6 (75 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 37.9% of reviews | 88.2% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 75 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 6 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | Free with in-app purchases — better |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17 | 9.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 2 MB | 68 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | bbcddc | Peta Vision |
Customer experience
Instant Camera
Retromatic 2.0
Bugs and requests
Instant Camera
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Retromatic 2.0
Reported bugs
3 issues- Text editing issues
- Compatibility problems with newer devices
- Crashes when trying to restore purchases
Requested features
6 requests- Ability to adjust contrast and brightness
- More backgrounds, stickers, and fonts
- Eraser tool for selection
- Support for larger image sizes
- Ability to import custom images
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- Save and resume editing projects
In-app purchases
Instant Camera
No in-app purchases
Retromatic 2.0
- X-mas & New year package$0.99
- doodler package$0.99
- BOGOTA package$0.99
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- MARTINI package$0.99
- Christmas 2013 package$0.99
- A Doodly Holiday$0.99
Questions
Is Instant Camera free?
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