Comparison

Camera for Stop Motion Studio vs TOSY Magnet Play

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

TOSY Magnet Play

This app offers a 3D, step-by-step guide for creating various models using the TOSY Magnet product. It showcases different project ideas to inspire users.

Highlights
  • 3D step-by-step guides
  • Creation overview
  • Project inspiration
  • TOSY Magnet product integration
Features
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+ The application provides you with an overview of some creations you can make with the TOSY Magnet product. + 3D guide step-by-step.

Screenshots

Camera for Stop Motion Studio1 screens
TOSY Magnet Play4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: TOSY Magnet Play at 4.0 against Camera for Stop Motion Studio's 3.1. TOSY Magnet Play also leads on monetization model (free vs paid) and review sentiment (50% vs 31%). Camera for Stop Motion Studio's advantage is ratings volume (161 vs 7). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TOSY Magnet Play holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 3.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Camera for Stop Motion Studio has 161 ratings behind it against 7, 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 50% of TOSY Magnet Play's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Camera for Stop Motion Studio ships an update every 4 months, TOSY Magnet Play every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Camera for Stop Motion Studio versus TOSY Magnet Play: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCamera for Stop Motion StudioTOSY Magnet Play
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.1 (161 ratings)4.0 (7 ratings) — better
Positive reviews31.0% of reviews50.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings161 — better7
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.616.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB402 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCATEATER, LLCrobofi

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%

TOSY Magnet Play

All ratings7 ratings
Positive71.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative28.6%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

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

TOSY Magnet Play

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Camera for Stop Motion Studio

No in-app purchases

None

TOSY Magnet Play

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Camera for Stop Motion Studio free?
Camera for Stop Motion Studio is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TOSY Magnet Play free?
TOSY Magnet Play is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Camera for Stop Motion Studio or TOSY Magnet Play?
TOSY Magnet Play is rated higher. Camera for Stop Motion Studio averages 3.1 out of 5 from 161 ratings, while TOSY Magnet Play averages 4.0 from 7 ratings.
Do Camera for Stop Motion Studio or TOSY Magnet Play have ads?
Neither Camera for Stop Motion Studio nor TOSY Magnet Play shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Camera for Stop Motion Studio or TOSY Magnet Play?
Camera for Stop Motion Studio ships an update every 4 months, and TOSY Magnet Play every 2 months. Most recently, Camera for Stop Motion Studio was updated on October 29, 2026 and TOSY Magnet Play on October 24, 2026.

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