# Photo Timer+ vs Video Self Timer

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Photo Timer+ at 93% against Video Self Timer's 50%. Photo Timer+ also leads on rating (4.7 vs 3.0) and ratings volume (8.4K vs 15). Video Self Timer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Photo Timer+ sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Video Self Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Photo Timer+ holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Photo Timer+ has 8.4K ratings behind it against 15, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 93% of Photo Timer+'s written reviews are positive against 50% of Video Self Timer's.

Photo Timer+ ships an update every 5 months, Video Self Timer every 10 months. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Photo Timer+ | Video Self Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (8.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-timer-plus/id557785123/reviews)** | [3.0 (15 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/video-self-timer/id859198841/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **8.4K** | 15 |
| Positive reviews | **92.9% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 months** | Every 10 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 4 MB | 50 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **12.4** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Nick Culbertson](https://appshunter.io/developer/409029298) | [Cogniter Technologies Pvt Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/478571271) |

## 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


### Video Self Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/video-self-timer/id859198841)

Capture yourself in videos with a customizable countdown timer. Record in high quality, including slow-motion, and control audio and flash settings. Easily trim and share your creations.

**Highlights:** Customizable countdown timer, High-quality recording (60 FPS), Slow-motion recording (240 FPS), Audio and flash control, Front and rear camera support, Video trimming and sharing

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Photo Timer+ free?

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

### Is Video Self Timer free?

Video Self Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Photo Timer+ or Video Self Timer?

Photo Timer+ is rated higher. Photo Timer+ averages 4.7 out of 5 from 8.4K ratings, while Video Self Timer averages 3.0 from 15 ratings.

### Do Photo Timer+ or Video Self Timer have ads?

Photo Timer+ shows ads; Video Self Timer does not.

### Which is updated more often, Photo Timer+ or Video Self Timer?

Photo Timer+ ships an update every 5 months, and Video Self Timer every 10 months. Most recently, Photo Timer+ was updated on October 13, 2026 and Video Self Timer on October 4, 2026.

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