# Photo Timer+ vs Lightleap by Lightricks

Photo Timer+ and Lightleap by Lightricks both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 93% of Photo Timer+'s written reviews are positive against 40% of Lightleap by Lightricks's. Photo Timer+ also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). Lightleap by Lightricks's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (monthly vs every 5 months). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Photo Timer+ sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Lightleap by Lightricks sells 16 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Photo Timer+ against 4.7 for Lightleap by Lightricks. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Lightleap by Lightricks has 99K ratings behind it against 8.4K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 93% of Photo Timer+'s written reviews are positive against 40% of Lightleap by Lightricks's.

Photo Timer+ ships an update every 5 months, Lightleap by Lightricks monthly. Both last shipped on October 13, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Photo Timer+ | Lightleap by Lightricks |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (8.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-timer-plus/id557785123/reviews) | [4.7 (99K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lightleap-by-lightricks/id1254875992/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 8.4K | **99K** |
| Positive reviews | **92.9% of reviews** | 40.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 4 MB | 287 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Nick Culbertson](https://appshunter.io/developer/409029298) | [Lightricks Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/606310584) |

## What reviewers say

### Photo Timer+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-timer-plus/id557785123)

Capture multiple photos with customizable delays, perfect for group shots or creative self-portraits. Set timers from 3 seconds to 1 minute apart and control flash settings. Easily save and share your captured moments.

**Highlights:** Variable photo timer lengths, Countdown audio alerts, Multiple photo snapping, Flash control, Preview and social sharing, Direct saving to gallery

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads - Photo Timer+ | $0.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Straightforward and efficient
- 💡 Useful for taking photos solo
- 👍 Convenient for fishing/outdoor photos
- 👍 Great for group/family photos

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Limited camera controls (e.g. no zoom, portrait mode)
- 🔍 Photo quality could be improved
- 🔍 Interval/timing options could be more flexible

**Reported bugs**

- Some users reported issues with flash not triggering
- Difficulty finding where photos are saved

**Requested features**

- Increase number of photos beyond 50
- Add more interval/timing options (e.g. 1-2 seconds)
- Ability to save photos to specific albums
- Integrate with camera features (zoom, portrait mode, etc.)
- Add shutter sound effect


### Lightleap by Lightricks

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lightleap-by-lightricks/id1254875992)

Transform your photos with powerful editing tools. Easily enhance lighting, replace backgrounds, and remove unwanted elements to create professional-looking images without complex software. Achieve stunning results with pre-set filters and effects.

**Highlights:** AI-powered photo editing, Sky replacement, Object removal (Heal tool), Diverse filters and looks, Special effects, Adjustable intensity

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited access | $3.99 | per month |
| Lightleap unlimited access | $3.99 | per month |
| Lightleap unlimited access | $3.99 | per month |
| Lightleap unlimited access | $4.99 | per month |
| Lightleap unlimited access | $5.99 | per month |
| Lightleap unlimited access | $9.99 | per month |
| Lightleap unlimited access | $19.99 | per year |
| Lightleap unlimited access | $19.99 | per year |
| Lightleap unlimited access | $19.99 | per year |
| Lightleap unlimited access | $23.99 | per year |
| Lightleap unlimited access | $23.99 | per year |
| Lightleap unlimited access | $26.99 | per year |
| Lightleap unlimited access | $49.99 | per year |
| Lightleap unlimited access | $77.99 | per year |
| Quickshot unlimited access | $199.99 | one-time |
| Lightleap unlimited access | $199.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Consistently good app
- 🎨 Great photo editing
- 👍 Worth to buy
- 🌟 Amazing app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes frequently
- 🔒 Locked behind paywall
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🤖 Misleading advertising
- 🔍 Limited free features

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to access photos after update
- Freezing and crashing during editing
- Distortion and artifacts when removing objects

**Requested features**

- Ability to save edited photos without subscription
- More free editing tools and features
- Improved object removal/healing tool
- Ability to add text to photos
- Preset saving and applying


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Photo Timer+ free?

Photo Timer+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Lightleap by Lightricks free?

Lightleap by Lightricks is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Photo Timer+ or Lightleap by Lightricks?

Photo Timer+ and Lightleap by Lightricks are both rated 4.7 out of 5 on the App Store, from 8.4K and 99K ratings respectively.

### Do Photo Timer+ or Lightleap by Lightricks have ads?

Photo Timer+ shows ads; Lightleap by Lightricks does not.

### Which is updated more often, Photo Timer+ or Lightleap by Lightricks?

Photo Timer+ ships an update every 5 months, and Lightleap by Lightricks monthly. Most recently, Photo Timer+ was updated on October 13, 2026 and Lightleap by Lightricks on October 13, 2026.

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