# iStopMotion Remote Camera vs Stop Motion Video Editor

The clearest difference is rating: Stop Motion Video Editor at 3.3 against iStopMotion Remote Camera's 2.2. iStopMotion Remote Camera's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Stop Motion Video Editor sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. iStopMotion Remote Camera asks for nothing beyond the download.

Stop Motion Video Editor holds the better App Store score, 3.3 against 2.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 28 and 18 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 28% of iStopMotion Remote Camera's written reviews are positive against 33% of Stop Motion Video Editor's.

iStopMotion Remote Camera ships an update every 2 months, Stop Motion Video Editor every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iStopMotion Remote Camera | Stop Motion Video Editor |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.2 (28 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/istopmotion-remote-camera/id484024876/reviews) | **[3.3 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stop-motion-video-editor/id1130710182/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **28** | 18 |
| Positive reviews | 28.3% of reviews | **33.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 7 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 11 MB | 114 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Boinx Software International GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/315629192) | [Nguyen Nam Giang](https://appshunter.io/developer/583763906) |

## What reviewers say

### iStopMotion Remote Camera

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/istopmotion-remote-camera/id484024876)

This app allows your iPhone or iPad to function as a remote camera for iStopMotion, connecting wirelessly via Wi-Fi. It enables you to capture stop motion and time lapse movies using your device's camera.

**Highlights:** Use iPhone/iPad as remote camera, Connects via Wi-Fi, Capture stop motion movies, Capture time lapse movies, Inspiration from user creations

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Works well
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Flawless
- 👍 Great companion app
- 🚀 Awesome

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🐛 Crashes frequently
- 🐛 Unstable connection
- 🐛 Doesn't work
- 🐛 Laggy image transfer

**Reported bugs**

- Constantly loses connection
- Doesn't recognize devices
- Crashes on launch
- Stuck on 'waiting for connection' screen

**Requested features**

- Manual focus option
- Exposure lock
- Shutter speed and ISO controls
- Bluetooth connectivity
- Use iPad camera instead of iPhone


### Stop Motion Video Editor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stop-motion-video-editor/id1130710182)

Easily create stop motion videos by combining source clips and adding background music or voiceovers. Trim and merge your content, then save or share directly to social media platforms.

**Highlights:** Create stop motion videos, Add background music, Record voiceovers, Merge and preview videos, Save to Camera Roll, Share to social media

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Stop Motion Premium Weekly | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| StopMotionPremiumMonthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Video Editor Pro | $33.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iStopMotion Remote Camera free?

iStopMotion Remote Camera is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Stop Motion Video Editor free?

Stop Motion Video Editor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, iStopMotion Remote Camera or Stop Motion Video Editor?

Stop Motion Video Editor is rated higher. iStopMotion Remote Camera averages 2.2 out of 5 from 28 ratings, while Stop Motion Video Editor averages 3.3 from 18 ratings.

### Do iStopMotion Remote Camera or Stop Motion Video Editor have ads?

Stop Motion Video Editor shows ads; iStopMotion Remote Camera does not.

### Which is updated more often, iStopMotion Remote Camera or Stop Motion Video Editor?

iStopMotion Remote Camera ships an update every 2 months, and Stop Motion Video Editor every 7 months. Most recently, iStopMotion Remote Camera was updated on October 13, 2026 and Stop Motion Video Editor on October 11, 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.*