Comparison

DSLR Timelapse vs Cascable Studio

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

DSLR Timelapse

This tool helps photographers and filmmakers create accurate timelapse images and videos. Input a few values to calculate playback duration, capture time, and data usage. Receive notifications when your timelapse is complete, allowing you to focus on other tasks.

Highlights
  • Timelapse calculation
  • Data usage estimation
  • Capture time determination
  • Playback duration prediction
  • Completion notifications
  • Camera compatibility
Features
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An extremely useful tool for photographers and filmmakers alike to create beautiful and accurate timelapse images/videos using a DSLR or really any camera that takes still photographs with timelapse capability. Enter just a few values and you can determine how long your timelapse will play, how long it will take to get it, and even how much data it will use. In fact, don't even stick around for the timelapse. With "DSLR Timelapse", it will notify you when your timelapse is done! You can leave the app and do other important stuff, like chat with the director or play angry birds or temple run. So go have that coffee while the camera does all the hard work and this app "DSLR Timelapse" will let you know when to come back and get your footage!

About

Cascable Studio

Control and automate your camera functions directly from your iPhone, iPad, or Mac. Transfer photos and videos, trigger the shutter remotely, and utilize built-in automation tools for timelapses and more. Compatible with over 250 camera models.

Highlights
  • Remote camera control
  • Automated timelapses
  • Exposure bracketing
  • Shutter remote control
  • Fast image downloading
  • RAW capture support
  • Unified interface
Features
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Cascable Studio can take a good camera and make it amazing by helping you control and automate its functions right from your iPhone, iPad, or Mac. You can even transfer your photos and videos from it, all from one app. Compatible with more than 250 different cameras* from the biggest manufacturers, Cascable Studio connects via WiFi and USB* for super-fast image importing and much more. Whether you're a photography master or an eager hobbyist, Cascable Studio is the app your camera has been missing. Features include: - Full control of your camera's exposure and other settings right from your iPhone, iPad, or Mac. - Trigger the remote shutter for your camera through the app, whether in a studio, out in the field, or for a group shot. - Support for timelapses, exposure bracketing, and more with built-in automation tools. - Apple Watch support for controlling your camera's shutter — perfect for capturing those group shots! - TV output via both AirPlay and HDMI, making it easier to share your photos with others. - Built-in calculators for exposure and other features – great for astrophotography and more. - Fast and easy downloading of full resolution images (including RAW**) directly to your iPhone or iPad. - RAW capture with ease**. - Powerful drag-and-drop automation for creating complex and unique timelapse sequences and so much more. - Support for flash drives and SSDs for more flexible media storage options. - A zero-tap backup option so you'll never lose a photo again. - A single, unified interface regardless of the camera you use — no more learning curves when you buy a new camera! --- * Available features vary depending on camera model and connection method. When using USB, Cascable can import images from any camera that supports the industry-standard PTP protocol, and can fully remote control and automate Canon EOS, GoPro, Nikon, and Sony cameras. When using WiFi, Cascable supports WiFi or Ethernet equipped cameras from the following model ranges: - Canon EOS, PowerShot and IXUS/ELPH, - Fujifilm X and Finepix, - GoPro HERO 9 Black and newer, - Nikon D, - Olympus OM-D, PEN, and SH, - Panasonic LUMIX, - Phase One IQ4 with the XT or XF camera system, - Sony Alpha, HX, RX, and NEX. ** Fujifilm, GoPro, IXUS/ELPH models and certain older Panasonic/PowerShot models don't support RAW image transfer. See the Cascable Studio website for details. --- Cascable Studio Pro is required to unlock some additional features. Cascable Studio Pro is available as a one-time purchase or subscription – whichever you prefer. If you choose to subscribe to Cascable Studio Pro the purchase will be charged to your App Store account. The subscription will automatically renew 24 hours before it runs out and you can manage it from User Settings in the App Store. Terms and Privacy Policy: http://cascable.se/privacy --- Canon, EOS, PowerShot, IXUS and ELPH are trademarks of Canon Inc. Fujifilm and Finepix are trademarks of FUJIFILM Corporation. GoPro, HERO and their respective logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of GoPro, Inc. Olympus, Olympus PEN, STYLUS and OM-D are trademarks of Olympus Corporation. Nikon is a trademark of Nikon Corporation. NEX, RX and α are trademarks of Sony Corporation. Uses the Camera Remote API by Sony.

Screenshots

DSLR Timelapse4 screens
Cascable Studio4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Cascable Studio at 4.0 against DSLR Timelapse's 1.0. Cascable Studio also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 17 months) and review sentiment (44% vs 14%). DSLR Timelapse's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and iOS requirement (11.1 vs 16.0). On price, 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. DSLR Timelapse sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Cascable Studio sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Cascable Studio holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Cascable Studio has 379 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 14% of DSLR Timelapse's written reviews are positive against 44% of Cascable Studio's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DSLR Timelapse ships an update every 17 months, Cascable Studio monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
DSLR Timelapse versus Cascable Studio: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDSLR TimelapseCascable Studio
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings)4.0 (379 ratings) — better
Positive reviews14.3% of reviews44.1% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1379 — better
Update frequencyEvery 17 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS11.1 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB99 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperIndie Film Gear LLCCascable AB

Customer experience

DSLR Timelapse

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive14.3%
Neutral28.6%
Negative57.1%

Cascable Studio

All ratings379 ratings
Positive71.0%
Neutral10.0%
Negative19.0%
Written reviews220 reviews
Positive44.1%
Neutral15.0%
Negative40.9%

Bugs and requests

DSLR Timelapse

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Cascable Studio

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App crashes when connecting to camera
  • Camera settings not applying correctly
  • Unreliable shutter triggering
  • Geotagging issues in certain regions

Requested features

5 requests
  • Full-screen mode without overlays
  • Ability to rate/sort photos on camera
  • Support for more camera models
  • Improved video recording capabilities
  • Background operation for intervalometer

In-app purchases

1 purchases

DSLR Timelapse

One-time1
  • Remove All Ads$1.99
8 purchases

Cascable Studio

Subscriptions3
  • Cascable Pro (Monthly)$7.991 Month
  • Cascable Pro (Quarterly)$12.993 Months
  • Cascable Pro (Yearly)7 Days trial$49.991 Year
One-time5
  • Complete My Bundle$4.99
  • Complete My Bundle$14.99
  • Cascable 7 Pro Upgrade$29.99
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  • Cascable Pro (Legacy)$99.99
  • Cascable Pro (No Subscription)$99.99

Questions

Is DSLR Timelapse free?
DSLR Timelapse is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Cascable Studio free?
Cascable Studio is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, DSLR Timelapse or Cascable Studio?
Cascable Studio is rated higher. DSLR Timelapse averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Cascable Studio averages 4.0 from 379 ratings.
Do DSLR Timelapse or Cascable Studio have ads?
Neither DSLR Timelapse nor Cascable Studio shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DSLR Timelapse or Cascable Studio?
DSLR Timelapse ships an update every 17 months, and Cascable Studio monthly. Most recently, DSLR Timelapse was updated on September 21, 2026 and Cascable Studio on October 17, 2026.

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