# LensTutorial vs LensKit

The clearest difference is rating: LensKit at 4.9 against LensTutorial's 2.9. LensKit also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 7 months) and review sentiment (70% vs 50%). LensTutorial's advantage is iOS requirement (10.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. LensTutorial sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and LensKit sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

LensKit holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 2.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LensKit has 56 ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of LensTutorial's written reviews are positive against 70% of LensKit's.

LensTutorial ships an update every 7 months, LensKit every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 10, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | LensTutorial | LensKit |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.9 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lenstutorial/id500543869/reviews) | **[4.9 (56 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lenskit-lens-tools/id1523521746/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 7 | **56** |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | **70.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 7 MB | 165 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Alf Jorgen Bratane](https://appshunter.io/developer/894390036) | [Zak Ray](https://appshunter.io/developer/890528996) |

## What reviewers say

### LensTutorial

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lenstutorial/id500543869)

Learn photographic lens usage with interactive simulations and calculations. Visualize effects of lens controls and estimate parameters like angle of view and depth of field easily. Supports all modern cameras.

**Highlights:** Interactive lens simulations, Depth of field calculator, Angle of view estimation, 35-mm equivalent calculation, Subject magnification display, Support for modern cameras

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Aperture upgrade | $0.99 | one-time |
| Zoom upgrade | $0.99 | one-time |
| Distance upgrade | $0.99 | one-time |
| Built-In lens | $1.99 | one-time |


### LensKit

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lenskit-lens-tools/id1523521746)

This app provides professional tools for filmmakers and cinematographers, offering extensive lens specifications, camera coverage simulations, and advanced depth of field calculations. It helps plan shoots, make on-set decisions, and ensure compatibility with various cameras and lenses, including Netflix-approved formats.

**Highlights:** Extensive lens database (2000+ lenses), Camera sensor coverage simulation, Lens matching for various configurations, Depth of field calculator, Shot preview and framing simulation, Netflix 4K mandate compliance tool

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $4.99 | per month |
| Annual Subscription | $49.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Access | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is LensTutorial free?

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

### Is LensKit free?

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

### Which has better reviews, LensTutorial or LensKit?

LensKit is rated higher. LensTutorial averages 2.9 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while LensKit averages 4.9 from 56 ratings.

### Do LensTutorial or LensKit have ads?

Neither LensTutorial nor LensKit shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, LensTutorial or LensKit?

LensTutorial ships an update every 7 months, and LensKit every 2 months. Most recently, LensTutorial was updated on September 10, 2026 and LensKit on October 8, 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.*