# Massive Dev Chart Timer vs ShutterCount Mobile

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Massive Dev Chart Timer at none against ShutterCount Mobile's 3. Massive Dev Chart Timer also leads on rating (3.7 vs 3.3) and review sentiment (71% vs 56%). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Massive Dev Chart Timer costs $9.99 and ShutterCount Mobile $9.99 up front. ShutterCount Mobile sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Massive Dev Chart Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Massive Dev Chart Timer holds the better App Store score, 3.7 against 3.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 55 and 66 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 71% of Massive Dev Chart Timer's written reviews are positive against 56% of ShutterCount Mobile's.

Massive Dev Chart Timer ships an update every 5 months, ShutterCount Mobile every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Massive Dev Chart Timer | ShutterCount Mobile |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $9.99 | $9.99 |
| Rating | **[3.7 (55 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/massive-dev-chart-timer/id402405770/reviews)** | [3.3 (66 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shuttercount-mobile/id1084325249/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 55 | **66** |
| Positive reviews | **70.8% of reviews** | 55.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Every 3 months** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | **#46** | #50 |
| Size | 14 MB | 5 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Freestyle Photo & Imaging](https://appshunter.io/developer/1786429988) | [DIRE Studio](https://appshunter.io/developer/362492883) |

## What reviewers say

### Massive Dev Chart Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/massive-dev-chart-timer/id402405770)

**Currently charting:** #46 Top Paid · Photo & Video (US App Store)

This app provides an offline film development chart and a multi-step timer for photographers. It includes customizable agitation, darkroom themes, and support for various developing and fixing steps. It also offers automated compensation for development time and temperature.

**Highlights:** Offline film development chart, Multi-step timer with sound notifications, Customizable agitation schemes, Darkroom themes, Dilution mixer, Automated time/temperature compensation

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 📚 Comprehensive film and developer database
- ⏱️ Reliable timer with agitation reminders
- 🎯 Easy-to-use interface for darkroom work
- 🌙 Darkroom mode with red/black display
- ✏️ Customizable development times and profiles

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🚫 Black and white film only (no color film support)
- 🐛 Recent update broke HC110 dilution display
- 🐛 App crashes on certain devices/iOS versions
- 💰 Price point ($8.99-$11.99) for limited functionality
- 🔍 Poor search functionality for films

**Reported bugs**

- HC110 dilution section displays only letters, not ratios
- Dilution ratios not calculating when solution amount adjusted
- App crashes after selecting film speed
- Crashes on iPad with new update
- Timer display shows three dots instead of seconds

**Requested features**

- Color film support (C-41, E-6, ECN-2 processes)
- Search functionality by film brand/name
- Ability to add custom process steps (presoak, toning)
- Individual agitation control per development stage
- Continuous agitation option


### ShutterCount Mobile

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shuttercount-mobile/id1084325249)

**Currently charting:** #50 Top Paid · Photo & Video (US App Store)

This app reads the shutter actuation count for Canon, Nikon, and Pentax digital cameras. It helps determine a camera's usage, check if a pre-owned item is truly new, and avoid service center trips. Features include unlimited readings, wear indicators, and history logging.

**Highlights:** Unlimited shutter count readings, Shutter wear indicator, History logging in CSV format, Live View and electronic shutter counters (optional), Graphing and shutter life forecasting (optional), Canon EOS camera management (optional)

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Feature Level 6 to 7 Upgrade | $1.99 | one-time |
| Live View Pack | $5.00 | one-time |
| Plus Pack | $7.00 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ✅ Works reliably when properly configured
- ⚡ Quick shutter count retrieval (5 minutes or less)
- 💰 One-time purchase, no recurring fees
- 📱 Compatible with multiple Canon camera models
- 🎯 Accurate shutter count readings

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔌 Complex connection setup process
- ❌ High failure rate for certain camera models
- 📚 Vague and unclear instructions for beginners
- 💸 Expensive for a single-purpose utility app
- 🚫 Limited camera model compatibility

**Reported bugs**

- WiFi pairing fails on certain camera models
- App doesn't connect despite correct configuration
- Shutter count displays as zero on mobile version
- Inconsistent readings between mobile and desktop versions
- Connection timeout issues lasting 30+ minutes

**Requested features**

- Clearer, more detailed step-by-step instructions per camera model
- German language version
- Improved error messages with troubleshooting guidance
- Support for non-mechanical actuation differentiation
- Lower price point ($2.99-$3.99 range)


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Massive Dev Chart Timer free?

Massive Dev Chart Timer costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is ShutterCount Mobile free?

ShutterCount Mobile costs $9.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Massive Dev Chart Timer or ShutterCount Mobile?

Massive Dev Chart Timer is rated higher. Massive Dev Chart Timer averages 3.7 out of 5 from 55 ratings, while ShutterCount Mobile averages 3.3 from 66 ratings.

### Do Massive Dev Chart Timer or ShutterCount Mobile have ads?

Neither Massive Dev Chart Timer nor ShutterCount Mobile shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Massive Dev Chart Timer or ShutterCount Mobile?

Massive Dev Chart Timer ships an update every 5 months, and ShutterCount Mobile every 3 months. Most recently, Massive Dev Chart Timer was updated on November 1, 2026 and ShutterCount Mobile on November 2, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Massive Dev Chart Timer or ShutterCount Mobile?

Massive Dev Chart Timer currently peaks at #46 in the App Store charts, and ShutterCount Mobile at #50. 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.*