# Reciprocity Timer vs mySpotMeter

The clearest difference is review sentiment: mySpotMeter at 100% against Reciprocity Timer's 33%. mySpotMeter also leads on rating (4.2 vs 2.5) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). Reciprocity Timer's advantage is price ($1.99 vs $6.99) and device support (3 vs 1). On ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Reciprocity Timer costs $1.99 and mySpotMeter $6.99 up front. Reciprocity Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. mySpotMeter asks for nothing beyond the download.

mySpotMeter holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 2.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 6 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of Reciprocity Timer's written reviews are positive against 100% of mySpotMeter's.

Reciprocity Timer ships an update every 2 months, mySpotMeter every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Reciprocity Timer | mySpotMeter |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$1.99** | $6.99 |
| Rating | [2.5 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reciprocity-timer/id459691262/reviews) | **[4.2 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/myspotmeter/id6789911475/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **6** |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | — | **#116** |
| Size | 28 MB | 11 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 26 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Pump Interactive](https://appshunter.io/developer/459691265) | [David Quiles](https://appshunter.io/developer/578971109) |

## 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 |


### mySpotMeter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/myspotmeter/id6789911475)

**Currently charting:** #116 Top Paid · Photo & Video (US App Store)

This app transforms your iPhone into a precise spot meter for photographers. It allows for detailed exposure control by measuring specific areas, evaluating contrast, and calculating settings for film or digital photography.

**Highlights:** Selectable 1°, 2°, and 4° spot metering angles, Dedicated readings for shadows, highlights, and middle gray, Aperture or shutter speed priority, Store and compare measurements, Instant aperture calculation, Wide ISO, shutter speed, and aperture ranges

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Reciprocity Timer free?

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

### Is mySpotMeter free?

mySpotMeter costs $6.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Reciprocity Timer or mySpotMeter?

mySpotMeter is rated higher. Reciprocity Timer averages 2.5 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while mySpotMeter averages 4.2 from 6 ratings.

### Do Reciprocity Timer or mySpotMeter have ads?

Neither Reciprocity Timer nor mySpotMeter shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Reciprocity Timer or mySpotMeter?

Reciprocity Timer ships an update every 2 months, and mySpotMeter every 2 days. Most recently, Reciprocity Timer was updated on September 30, 2026 and mySpotMeter on September 23, 2026.

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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.*