Massive Dev Chart Timer vs Analogica
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Offline film development chart
- Multi-step timer with sound notifications
- Customizable agitation schemes
- Darkroom themes
- Dilution mixer
- Automated time/temperature compensation
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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
Analogica
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Analogica is the ultimate tool for film photography enthusiasts. Our app helps you find the best photo labs in your area, providing you with all the information you need to get your film developed to perfection. From prices to turnaround times, our app has got you covered. But that's not all! Analogica also lets you compare the finish of different film rolls based on the brand, model, and scanner used. With our app, you can easily determine which film roll will give you the desired results, ensuring that you capture the perfect shot every time. With a user-friendly interface and comprehensive features, Analogica is a must-have app for any film photographer. So what are you waiting for? Download Analogica today and take your film photography to the next level!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Analogica at Free against Massive Dev Chart Timer's $9.99. Analogica also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 5 months). Massive Dev Chart Timer's advantage is chart position (#32 vs unranked) and device support (3 vs 1). On ads and in-app purchases 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
Analogica is free to download; Massive Dev Chart Timer costs $9.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Massive Dev Chart Timer ships an update every 5 months, Analogica every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Massive Dev Chart Timer | Analogica |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $9.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 3.7 (54 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 70.8% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 54 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Best chart rank | #32 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 14 MB | 11 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Freestyle Photo & Imaging | Valentin Wallet |
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
Analogica
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Massive Dev Chart Timer
No in-app purchases
Analogica
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Massive Dev Chart Timer free?
Is Analogica free?
Do Massive Dev Chart Timer or Analogica have ads?
Which is updated more often, Massive Dev Chart Timer or Analogica?
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