Comparison

Camera for Stop Motion Studio vs SayCheese

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Camera for Stop Motion Studio

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a remote camera for Stop Motion Studio. Capture animations from unique angles with live preview and full camera control, wirelessly syncing photos to your project. Ideal for creators seeking precision and flexibility.

Highlights
  • Wireless remote camera functionality
  • Live camera preview
  • Full camera control (exposure, focus, ISO, white balance, shutter speed)
  • Easy Wi-Fi connection
  • Instant photo sync to project
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Turn your iPhone or iPad into a powerful remote camera for Stop Motion Studio. With Camera for Stop Motion Studio, you can connect your devices and capture stunning stop-motion animations from unique angles, using one device as the camera and another as the controller. Perfect for creators who want precision, flexibility, and professional results. Features * Wireless Remote Camera – Use your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch as a remote camera for Stop Motion Studio on another device. * Live Preview – See exactly what your camera sees in real time for perfect framing and focus. * Full Camera Control – Adjust exposure, focus, ISO, white balance, and shutter speed directly from Stop Motion Studio. * Easy Connection – Seamlessly connect via Wi-Fi for fast, stable communication. * Instant Sync – Every photo is automatically transferred to your Stop Motion Studio project, ready for animation. Whether you’re shooting a claymation short, LEGO film, or product animation, Camera for Stop Motion Studio gives you the creative control you need to bring your ideas to life. Note: This app works as a companion to Stop Motion Studio, available separately on the App Store. Both devices must be on the same Wi-Fi network.

About

SayCheese

Control a remote phone's camera from another device up to 300 meters away, with or without an internet connection. Features include real-time preview, voice control, and full camera function management. Ideal for group photos or discreet captures.

Highlights
  • Remote camera control up to 300m
  • Real-time shot preview
  • Voice camera control
  • No internet connection required
  • Full camera feature management (zoom, focus, etc.)
  • Silent mode for discreet use
Features
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Use one iPhone to control another iPhone’s camera with a live preview and remote shutter. Cross platform connection with Android phone is supported too. SayCheese lets you preview the camera in real time, frame your shot, take photos and videos, and control zoom, focus, exposure, flash, and more from a second iPhone. No internet is needed. You can also use your Apple Watch or Garmin watch as a camera remote and live viewfinder. Supported modes: - iPhone to iPhone: one phone is the camera, the other is the remote - iPhone to iPad: use the iPad as a big viewfinder - Garmin or Apple Watch to iPhone: trigger the camera from your watch - Android and iPhone or iPad: cross platform connection is supported too with no internet connection - Voice control: no second device? Set the phone down and say the word We've all been there. A trip with friends, dinner with the family, one of those moments you really want a photo of, and nobody around to take it. Or you're too shy to ask. With SayCheese you don't have to ask strangers anymore, and you don't have to check afterwards whether everyone made it into the frame. You control everything from the remote: zoom, focus, exposure, flash, night mode, timer, front or back camera. Shoot HD photos or 4K video. Pictures and videos are saved on both devices. Also great for: - Full body selfies and outfit photos - Watching a sleeping baby or a pet from the next room (silent mode, no shutter sound) - Photographing birds and wildlife without getting close - Filming yourself when you're creating content alone - An alternative to an action camera remote Features: - Real time preview from the camera to the remote - Up to 300 meters range between devices - Direct Bluetooth connection, no internet or Wi-Fi router needed - Remote zoom, focus, brightness and flash - Works with Apple Watch and Garmin watches - Multiple shooting modes - Silent mode - Easy pairing with nearby devices - Saves to both devices The app uses the standard Apple Terms of Use (EULA) Link to Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Camera for Stop Motion Studio1 screens
SayCheese4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: SayCheese at 4.3 against Camera for Stop Motion Studio's 3.1. SayCheese also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 4 months) and device support (4 vs 2). Camera for Stop Motion Studio's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ads (none vs shown). On price and review sentiment there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. SayCheese sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Camera for Stop Motion Studio asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SayCheese holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Camera for Stop Motion Studio has 161 ratings behind it against 14, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 31% of Camera for Stop Motion Studio's written reviews are positive against 33% of SayCheese's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Camera for Stop Motion Studio ships an update every 4 months, SayCheese every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Camera for Stop Motion Studio versus SayCheese: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCamera for Stop Motion StudioSayCheese
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.1 (161 ratings)4.3 (14 ratings) — better
Positive reviews31.0% of reviews33.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings161 — better14
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 4 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS16.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB104 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCATEATER, LLCYoav Franko

Customer experience

Camera for Stop Motion Studio

All ratings160 ratings
Positive49.4%
Neutral9.4%
Negative41.3%
Written reviews197 reviews
Positive31.0%
Neutral9.6%
Negative59.4%

SayCheese

All ratings14 ratings
Positive71.4%
Neutral21.4%
Negative7.1%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral33.3%
Negative33.3%

Bugs and requests

Camera for Stop Motion Studio

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Frequent disconnections
  • Black screen issues
  • Compatibility problems with iOS updates

Requested features

3 requests
  • Add Bluetooth connectivity
  • Improve image quality
  • Integrate better with Stop Motion Studio app

SayCheese

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Camera for Stop Motion Studio

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

SayCheese

Subscriptions3
  • SayCheese Pro - Monthly$3.991 Month
  • SayCheese Pro - Yearly$19.991 Year
  • SayCheese Pro - Yearly7 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • SayCheese Pro - Full Purchase$39.99

Questions

Is Camera for Stop Motion Studio free?
Camera for Stop Motion Studio is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SayCheese free?
SayCheese is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Camera for Stop Motion Studio or SayCheese?
SayCheese is rated higher. Camera for Stop Motion Studio averages 3.1 out of 5 from 161 ratings, while SayCheese averages 4.3 from 14 ratings.
Do Camera for Stop Motion Studio or SayCheese have ads?
SayCheese shows ads; Camera for Stop Motion Studio does not.
Which is updated more often, Camera for Stop Motion Studio or SayCheese?
Camera for Stop Motion Studio ships an update every 4 months, and SayCheese every 4 days. Most recently, Camera for Stop Motion Studio was updated on October 21, 2026 and SayCheese on October 19, 2026.

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