Comparison

Massive Dev Chart Timer vs Reciprocity Timer

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Massive Dev Chart Timer

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
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The Massive Dev Chart is the world's largest film development chart with easy to use multi step timer and darkroom support for iPhone and iPad. Watch the instructional video at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P915z6THiY8. *** Features *** • Offline copy of The Massive Dev Chart in your pocket • Multi Step Timer with sound notifications • Customizable agitation scheme • Darkroom themes • Dilution Mixer • Support for two-step development and two-step fixing • Support for optional hypoclear and photo flo steps • Automated development time/temperature compensation

About

Reciprocity Timer

This app helps film photographers calculate exposure compensation for reciprocity failure. It offers a standard version for basic calculations and a pro version with advanced features like note-taking and custom film databases. It also includes an exposure timer and filter compensation tools.

Highlights
  • Reciprocity compensation calculations
  • Exposure timer
  • Filter compensation slider
  • Note-keeping feature
  • Custom film and camera databases
  • Film stock favorites
Features
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Manage your film photography from start to finish!  Reciprocity Timer has 2 Version - the "Standard" Version does NOT include advanced features but can be used to calculate reciprocity on a range of common films. The "Pro" Version is available for an additional $9.99 USD (via in-app-purchase) unlocks a range of advanced features. The initial purchase price allows you to calculate reciprocity for all the films included by selecting an observed exposure time. This $1.99 US non-pro version is suitable for people who just need to calculate an exposure that includes reciprocity adjustments for commonly used films. It will suit many users who don't require or need to upgrade to the pro version for features like note keeping or a camera database etc. It's most suitable if you are new to film. More advanced film users and photographers may want to pay to upgrade after their initial purchase to the pro version. If you use a pro-feature you'll be prompted to upgrade for an additional $9.99 US. This will unlock all the additional features including the Zone Editor, Note, Camera and Film Holder database as well as custom films and filters. There is no need to upgrade if you just want to calculate and time reciprocity for a particular film and you always use the same camera. The app includes in-app purchase to unlock pro features including a note-keeping feature, the ability to add custom films and the ability to select often used film stock as favorites. Once you upgrade then the one app does it all - notes, filters, exposure calculations, custom films, zone system editor, film holder management as well as the reciprocity math! A comprehensive film reciprocity calculator for photographers. Select a film type and metered exposure time - the calculator will provide a reciprocity compensated exposure time. The app includes an exposure timer so you can time your long exposures. You can also use a slider to adjust exposure when you have filters attached. The app supports a wide range of film stocks and allows the user to add various common exposure filters such as NDs and Polarizers. Keep detailed notes and share them. Share your adjusted exposure times with colleagues. This app makes film photography a breeze. You may need to setup Reciprocity Timer in Settings -> Notification Center to ensure the app's timer can notify you when exposures are ending and your device is asleep. Watch companion app now included. To install the app use the Apple Watch App on your phone. Ensure your watch and phone are paired an unlocked and scroll down the list of available apps to Reciprocity Timer. Select Install. You can also turn on "Automatically Install Apps".

Screenshots

Massive Dev Chart Timer4 screens
Reciprocity Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Massive Dev Chart Timer at 3.7 against Reciprocity Timer's 2.5. Massive Dev Chart Timer also leads on review sentiment (71% vs 33%) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). Reciprocity Timer's advantage is price ($1.99 vs $9.99) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 5 months). On ads, chart position, device support and iOS requirement 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Massive Dev Chart Timer costs $9.99 and Reciprocity Timer $1.99 up front. Reciprocity Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Massive Dev Chart Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Massive Dev Chart Timer holds the better App Store score, 3.7 against 2.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Massive Dev Chart Timer has 54 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 71% of Massive Dev Chart Timer's written reviews are positive against 33% of Reciprocity Timer's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Massive Dev Chart Timer ships an update every 5 months, Reciprocity Timer every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
Massive Dev Chart Timer versus Reciprocity Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMassive Dev Chart TimerReciprocity Timer
Price$9.99$1.99 — better
Rating3.7 (54 ratings) — better2.5 (4 ratings)
Positive reviews70.8% of reviews — better33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings54 — better4
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
Best chart rank#25 — better#57
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch
Requires iOS12.012.0
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB28 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFreestyle Photo & ImagingPump Interactive

Customer experience

Massive Dev Chart Timer

All ratings54 ratings
Positive63.0%
Neutral7.4%
Negative29.6%
Written reviews216 reviews
Positive70.8%
Neutral8.3%
Negative20.8%

Reciprocity Timer

All ratings4 ratings
Positive25.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews87 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral13.8%
Negative52.9%

Bugs and requests

Massive Dev Chart Timer

Reported bugs

12 issues
  • 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
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  • UI elements overlap on older iPhone models
  • Safelight mode white banner blocks display on iPad
  • Crashes during development process
  • Home screen line emits bright light in darkroom mode
  • App incompatible with newer iOS versions on older devices
  • Notes don't word wrap properly
  • Inconsistent film/developer availability between iPhone and iPad

Requested features

15 requests
  • 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
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  • Volume calculator for stop bath and fixer
  • Background timer functionality
  • Custom step name editing
  • Pull/push development times
  • Stand development support with hour-based timing
  • Apple Watch app
  • Syncing between iPhone and iPad
  • Fahrenheit temperature option
  • Additional common film stocks (Portra, Fuji 400H, Ektar)
  • Ability to add films not in database to custom times

Reciprocity Timer

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Massive Dev Chart Timer

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Reciprocity Timer

One-time1
  • Reciprocity Timer Pro$9.99

Questions

Is Massive Dev Chart Timer free?
Massive Dev Chart Timer costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Reciprocity Timer free?
Reciprocity Timer costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Massive Dev Chart Timer or Reciprocity Timer?
Massive Dev Chart Timer is rated higher. Massive Dev Chart Timer averages 3.7 out of 5 from 54 ratings, while Reciprocity Timer averages 2.5 from 4 ratings.
Do Massive Dev Chart Timer or Reciprocity Timer have ads?
Neither Massive Dev Chart Timer nor Reciprocity Timer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Massive Dev Chart Timer or Reciprocity Timer?
Massive Dev Chart Timer ships an update every 5 months, and Reciprocity Timer every 2 months. Most recently, Massive Dev Chart Timer was updated on September 23, 2026 and Reciprocity Timer on September 21, 2026.
Which is more popular, Massive Dev Chart Timer or Reciprocity Timer?
Massive Dev Chart Timer currently peaks at #25 in the App Store charts, and Reciprocity Timer at #57. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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