# SetMyCamera Pro vs myLightMeter PRO

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: myLightMeter PRO at none against SetMyCamera Pro's 4. myLightMeter PRO also leads on review sentiment (90% vs 60%) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 3 weeks). SetMyCamera Pro's advantage is device support (3 vs 1). On ads and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

SetMyCamera Pro costs $9.99 and myLightMeter PRO $4.99 up front. SetMyCamera Pro sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.29 per 3 months. myLightMeter PRO asks for nothing beyond the download.

myLightMeter PRO holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: myLightMeter PRO has 1.1K ratings behind it against 38, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 60% of SetMyCamera Pro's written reviews are positive against 90% of myLightMeter PRO's.

SetMyCamera Pro ships an update every 3 weeks, myLightMeter PRO every 5 days. Both last shipped on October 2, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | SetMyCamera Pro | myLightMeter PRO |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $9.99 | **$4.99** |
| Rating | [4.5 (38 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/setmycamera-pro/id544105985/reviews) | **[4.8 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mylightmeter-pro/id583922375/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 38 | **1.1K** |
| Positive reviews | 59.6% of reviews | **90.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | — | **#15** |
| Size | 30 MB | 53 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **16.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Bluestone Pond](https://appshunter.io/developer/544105988) | [David Quiles](https://appshunter.io/developer/578971109) |

## What reviewers say

### SetMyCamera Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/setmycamera-pro/id544105985)

This app provides professional photography tools to help users create visually stunning images. It offers advanced features for controlling camera settings, calculating various photographic parameters, and supporting accessories. An in-app tutorial and user-friendly interface make it accessible for both beginners and pros.

**Highlights:** Traditional depth of field calculator, Reverse depth of field calculator, Sunny 16 light guide, Photo shoot notes database, Print size calculator, Angle of view calculator, Flash configuration tool

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| SetMyCamera Pro to ProPlus | $3.29 | per 3 months |
| SMC.Pro.t2 ProPlus 1 year | $7.99 | per year |
| SetMyCamera Pro ProPlus 1 year | $9.99 | per year |
| SetMyCamera Pro to ProPlus NE | $29.99 | one-time |


### myLightMeter PRO

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mylightmeter-pro/id583922375)

**Currently charting:** #15 Top Paid · Photo & Video (US App Store)

This app provides precise exposure metering for photographers, supporting both digital and analog workflows. It offers a comprehensive set of manual controls and advanced tools like a hyperfocal distance calculator.

**Highlights:** Extended low-light sensitivity, Incident and reflected metering, Manual exposure control, Hyperfocal distance calculator, Save and review exposure data, Extract exposure data from photos

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate and reliable
- 👍 Convenient and easy to use
- 🔍 Useful for vintage/manual cameras
- 💡 Helpful for learning photography
- ⭐ Excellent value for money

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and bugs in recent versions
- 🔍 Spot metering mode not precise enough
- 🔧 Needs more customization options
- 🔋 Volume control issues

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on startup
- Inconsistent behavior between free and pro versions
- Incorrect shutter speed and aperture options for some cameras

**Requested features**

- Ability to lock shutter speed and aperture
- Smaller spot metering area
- Support for more film/sensor formats
- Improved incident metering with diffuser


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SetMyCamera Pro free?

SetMyCamera Pro costs $9.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is myLightMeter PRO free?

myLightMeter PRO costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, SetMyCamera Pro or myLightMeter PRO?

myLightMeter PRO is rated higher. SetMyCamera Pro averages 4.5 out of 5 from 38 ratings, while myLightMeter PRO averages 4.8 from 1.1K ratings.

### Do SetMyCamera Pro or myLightMeter PRO have ads?

Neither SetMyCamera Pro nor myLightMeter PRO shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SetMyCamera Pro or myLightMeter PRO?

SetMyCamera Pro ships an update every 3 weeks, and myLightMeter PRO every 5 days. Most recently, SetMyCamera Pro was updated on October 2, 2026 and myLightMeter PRO on October 2, 2026.

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