# SetMyCamera Pro vs NightCap Camera

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: NightCap Camera at none against SetMyCamera Pro's 4. NightCap Camera also leads on price ($2.99 vs $9.99) and ratings volume (3K vs 38). SetMyCamera Pro's advantage is review sentiment (60% vs 51%). On rating, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

SetMyCamera Pro costs $9.99 and NightCap Camera $2.99 up front. SetMyCamera Pro sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.29 per 3 months. NightCap Camera asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for SetMyCamera Pro against 4.4 for NightCap Camera. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NightCap Camera has 3K ratings behind it against 38, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 60% of SetMyCamera Pro's written reviews are positive against 51% of NightCap Camera's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SetMyCamera Pro | NightCap Camera |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $9.99 | **$2.99** |
| Rating | **[4.5 (38 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/setmycamera-pro/id544105985/reviews)** | [4.4 (3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nightcap-camera-long-exposure/id754105884/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 38 | **3K** |
| Positive reviews | **59.6% of reviews** | 50.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | #193 | **#11** |
| Size | 30 MB | 10 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.6** | 18.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Bluestone Pond](https://appshunter.io/developer/544105988) | [RTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1804158489) |

## What reviewers say

### SetMyCamera Pro

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

**Currently charting:** #193 Top Paid · Photo & Video (US App Store)

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 |


### NightCap Camera

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nightcap-camera-long-exposure/id754105884)

**Currently charting:** #11 Top Paid · Photo & Video, #90 Top Paid (US App Store)

Capture stunning low-light and night photos and videos with advanced features like long exposure, AI-powered controls, and specialized astrophotography modes. Achieve DSLR-like results and unlock your device's full potential in challenging lighting conditions.

**Highlights:** Low light and night photo/video capture, Long exposure and motion blur effects, Astrophotography modes (stars, aurora, ISS, meteors), AI camera control for automatic settings, Manual gesture-based adjustments, 4K time lapse recording, ISO Boost for brighter low-light shots

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great for astrophotography
- 👍 Excellent night/low light photography
- 💡 Powerful manual controls
- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Produces high-quality results

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and freezes on newer devices
- 🐛 Focus issues on iPhone 7+
- 🔋 Drains battery quickly
- 👎 Unintuitive user interface
- 👎 Disappointing results for some users

**Reported bugs**

- Photos not saving properly
- Meteor mode not working as expected
- Compatibility issues with iOS 8 and iPhone 6 Plus

**Requested features**

- RAW image support
- Bluetooth remote shutter control
- Ability to save settings
- More exposure options
- Improved timelapse features


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SetMyCamera Pro free?

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

### Is NightCap Camera free?

NightCap Camera costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, SetMyCamera Pro or NightCap Camera?

SetMyCamera Pro is rated higher. SetMyCamera Pro averages 4.5 out of 5 from 38 ratings, while NightCap Camera averages 4.4 from 3K ratings.

### Do SetMyCamera Pro or NightCap Camera have ads?

Neither SetMyCamera Pro nor NightCap Camera shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SetMyCamera Pro or NightCap Camera?

SetMyCamera Pro ships an update every 3 weeks, and NightCap Camera every 3 weeks. Most recently, SetMyCamera Pro was updated on October 15, 2026 and NightCap Camera on October 20, 2026.

### Which is more popular, SetMyCamera Pro or NightCap Camera?

SetMyCamera Pro currently peaks at #193 in the App Store charts, and NightCap Camera at #11. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*