# Reciprocity Timer vs Pinhole Assist

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Pinhole Assist at 98% against Reciprocity Timer's 33%. Pinhole Assist also leads on rating (4.9 vs 2.5) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). Reciprocity Timer's advantage is price ($1.99 vs $2.99) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.6). On update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Reciprocity Timer costs $1.99 and Pinhole Assist $2.99 up front. Reciprocity Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Pinhole Assist asks for nothing beyond the download.

Pinhole Assist holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 2.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 19 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of Reciprocity Timer's written reviews are positive against 98% of Pinhole Assist's.

Reciprocity Timer ships an update every 2 months, Pinhole Assist every 3 months. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Reciprocity Timer | Pinhole Assist |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$1.99** | $2.99 |
| Rating | [2.5 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reciprocity-timer/id459691262/reviews) | **[4.9 (19 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pinhole-assist/id466757473/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **19** |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | **97.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Size | 28 MB | 9 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Pump Interactive](https://appshunter.io/developer/459691265) | [Le bord de la piscine](https://appshunter.io/developer/456593417) |

## What reviewers say

### Reciprocity Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reciprocity-timer/id459691262)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Reciprocity Timer Pro | $9.99 | one-time |


### Pinhole Assist

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pinhole-assist/id466757473)

This app acts as a light meter and exposure calculator for various photographic techniques, including pinhole, view camera, and wet-plate. It offers features like reciprocity compensation, built-in timers, and the ability to save camera and film settings.

**Highlights:** Light meter with spot and incident metering, Exposure calculation with reciprocity compensation, Built-in exposition timer and bubble level, Save and recall camera and film settings, Extensive library of pinhole cameras and films, Log shot information and export data

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Reciprocity Timer free?

Reciprocity Timer costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Pinhole Assist free?

Pinhole Assist costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Reciprocity Timer or Pinhole Assist?

Pinhole Assist is rated higher. Reciprocity Timer averages 2.5 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Pinhole Assist averages 4.9 from 19 ratings.

### Do Reciprocity Timer or Pinhole Assist have ads?

Neither Reciprocity Timer nor Pinhole Assist shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Reciprocity Timer or Pinhole Assist?

Reciprocity Timer ships an update every 2 months, and Pinhole Assist every 3 months. Most recently, Reciprocity Timer was updated on October 24, 2026 and Pinhole Assist on October 24, 2026.

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