# ProPhoto vs ASCII Camera

The clearest difference is rating: ASCII Camera at 5.0 against ProPhoto's 4.5. ASCII Camera also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 11) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 6 months). ProPhoto's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, ratings volume, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ProPhoto sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per year. ASCII Camera asks for nothing beyond the download.

ASCII Camera holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.

ProPhoto ships an update every 6 months, ASCII Camera fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ProPhoto | ASCII Camera |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/prophoto/id626894191/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ascii-camera/id6748850196/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | — | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 96 MB | 6 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Zinio Pro](https://appshunter.io/developer/451100089) | [Alastair Bor](https://appshunter.io/developer/1824969204) |

## What reviewers say

### ProPhoto

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/prophoto/id626894191)

This publication offers in-depth coverage of professional photography and digital imaging. It features equipment reviews, exhibition news, photographer spotlights, and business advice for imaging professionals. Back issues and future editions are available for purchase.

**Highlights:** Equipment evaluations, Exhibition details, Photographer profiles, Advanced techniques, Business practices, Product guides

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Year | $19.99 | per year |
| 248 | $2.99 | one-time |
| V69 #7 of ProPhoto | $3.99 | one-time |
| June 2013 of ProPhoto | $3.99 | one-time |
| May 2013 of ProPhoto | $3.99 | one-time |
| April 2013 of ProPhoto | $3.99 | one-time |
| V70 #8 of ProPhoto | $3.99 | one-time |
| V70 #7 of ProPhoto | $3.99 | one-time |
| V70 #4 of ProPhoto | $3.99 | one-time |
| V71 #3 | $3.99 | one-time |
| V73 Issue 5 | $3.99 | one-time |


### ASCII Camera

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ascii-camera/id6748850196)

Transform your camera feed into unique ASCII art in real-time. Capture and save photos or videos in this retro text-based style, with various character sets and color themes to choose from.

**Highlights:** Live ASCII art conversion, Record ASCII videos, Capture ASCII photos, Multiple character sets and themes, Live settings with instant preview, Print your art directly

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ProPhoto free?

ProPhoto is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is ASCII Camera free?

ASCII Camera is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, ProPhoto or ASCII Camera?

ASCII Camera is rated higher. ProPhoto averages 4.5 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while ASCII Camera averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do ProPhoto or ASCII Camera have ads?

Neither ProPhoto nor ASCII Camera shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, ProPhoto or ASCII Camera?

ProPhoto ships an update every 6 months, and ASCII Camera fortnightly. Most recently, ProPhoto was updated on October 14, 2026 and ASCII Camera on October 4, 2026.

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