# Vintage Scene vs Macro by Camera+

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Vintage Scene at 89% against Macro by Camera+'s 26%. Vintage Scene also leads on rating (4.8 vs 2.9) and ratings volume (517 vs 23). Macro by Camera+'s advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 5 months) and price ($0.99 vs $2.99). On ads, in-app purchases, chart position and device support there is nothing between them.

Vintage Scene costs $2.99 and Macro by Camera+ $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Vintage Scene holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Vintage Scene has 517 ratings behind it against 23, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 89% of Vintage Scene's written reviews are positive against 26% of Macro by Camera+'s.

Vintage Scene ships an update every 5 months, Macro by Camera+ every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Vintage Scene | Macro by Camera+ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $2.99 | **$0.99** |
| Rating | **[4.8 (517 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vintage-scene/id382686992/reviews)** | [2.9 (23 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/macro-by-camera-plus/id1577383127/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **517** | 23 |
| Positive reviews | **88.5% of reviews** | 26.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#197** | #198 |
| Size | 51 MB | 3 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [JixiPix, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/380605671) | [LateNiteSoft S.L.](https://appshunter.io/developer/283292600) |

## What reviewers say

### Vintage Scene

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vintage-scene/id382686992)

**Currently charting:** #197 Top Paid · Photo & Video (US App Store)

Transform your photos into vintage masterpieces with a variety of classic effects. This app automatically applies sepia tones, grain, and distressed textures to create an authentic old-school look. Customize each effect or use presets for a unique retro style.

**Highlights:** Sepia tone effect, Grain and distressed paper effects, Darkened edges, Fade and color distortion, Customizable effects, Visual preset system, Create custom presets

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Versatile vintage effects
- 💡 Lots of customization options
- 🎨 Produces high-quality results
- 👍 Intuitive interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes or freezes
- ⏱️ Slow rendering/processing times
- 🔍 Limited sharing options
- 🔋 High battery consumption

**Reported bugs**

- Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
- Inability to access all effects after updates
- Random filter selection not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Ability to mask/brush effects
- More subtle/portrait-friendly filters
- Improved stability and performance
- Expanded sharing capabilities


### Macro by Camera+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/macro-by-camera-plus/id1577383127)

**Currently charting:** #198 Top Paid · Photo & Video (US App Store)

Easily capture stunning close-up photos with intelligent lens selection and powerful manual controls. Enhance your subject's clarity and contrast with built-in tools for framing and focus.

**Highlights:** Intelligent lens selection, Manual focus control, Manual EV control, Focus peaking overlay, Grid for composition, Histogram visualization, Automatic contrast enhancement

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Vintage Scene free?

Vintage Scene costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Macro by Camera+ free?

Macro by Camera+ costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Vintage Scene or Macro by Camera+?

Vintage Scene is rated higher. Vintage Scene averages 4.8 out of 5 from 517 ratings, while Macro by Camera+ averages 2.9 from 23 ratings.

### Do Vintage Scene or Macro by Camera+ have ads?

Neither Vintage Scene nor Macro by Camera+ shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Vintage Scene or Macro by Camera+?

Vintage Scene ships an update every 5 months, and Macro by Camera+ every 2 months. Most recently, Vintage Scene was updated on October 24, 2026 and Macro by Camera+ on October 25, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Vintage Scene or Macro by Camera+?

Vintage Scene currently peaks at #197 in the App Store charts, and Macro by Camera+ at #198. 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.*