# CameraTime vs TimerCam

The clearest difference is rating: TimerCam at 4.8 against CameraTime's 3.0. TimerCam also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 4 months) and ratings volume (85 vs 1). CameraTime's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On price, review sentiment, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TimerCam sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. CameraTime asks for nothing beyond the download.

TimerCam holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TimerCam has 85 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 67% of CameraTime's written reviews are positive against 62% of TimerCam's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

CameraTime ships an update every 4 months, TimerCam every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | CameraTime | TimerCam |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cameratime/id488502785/reviews) | **[4.8 (85 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timercam-self-timer-camera/id494952699/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **85** |
| Positive reviews | **66.7% of reviews** | 61.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 6 MB | 13 MB |
| Requires iOS | **5.1.1** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Darren Reely](https://appshunter.io/developer/482998347) | [Daisuke Yamashita](https://appshunter.io/developer/478113348) |

## What reviewers say

### CameraTime

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cameratime/id488502785)

Easily create time-lapse videos with adjustable capture intervals and playback speeds. Offers advanced features like multiple intervals per recording and various output resolutions and frame rates. Records directly to video for quick results.

**Highlights:** Multiple intervals per recording, Intervals down to 1/30th second, Multiple output frame rates, Multiple output resolutions, Locked white balance, exposure, focus, Direct video recording, Slow-motion capability

**In-app purchases:** none


### TimerCam

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timercam-self-timer-camera/id494952699)

Easily capture photos of yourself with a customizable self-timer. Choose your delay, flash mode, and utilize the front camera for perfect solo shots. Save and preview your images effortlessly.

**Highlights:** Selectable timer delay, Countdown sound effect, Selectable flash mode, Front camera support, Photo preview and saving

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TimerCam Plus | $7.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is CameraTime free?

CameraTime is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is TimerCam free?

TimerCam is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, CameraTime or TimerCam?

TimerCam is rated higher. CameraTime averages 3.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while TimerCam averages 4.8 from 85 ratings.

### Do CameraTime or TimerCam have ads?

TimerCam shows ads; CameraTime does not.

### Which is updated more often, CameraTime or TimerCam?

CameraTime ships an update every 4 months, and TimerCam every 3 weeks. Most recently, CameraTime was updated on September 30, 2026 and TimerCam on October 12, 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.*