Comparison

Lense vs Capture

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

Head to head
About

Lense

Capture and share memories from events like weddings and parties with a digital disposable camera. Guests can easily contribute photos and videos via a QR code, with a unique delayed reveal feature to build anticipation.

Highlights
  • Guest photo and video capture
  • QR code sharing for access
  • Delayed photo reveal
  • Vintage disposable camera effect
  • Online event memory storage
  • Guest upload feature
Features
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Lense is a digital disposable camera events app for weddings, parties, holidays, to capture your guests' perspective. With Lense, you can create stunning visual memories and effortlessly share them with friends and family. Discover Lense's unique features and enjoy the simplicity and charm of analog photography combined with the convenience of the digital world. Allow guests to capture their perspective with just one QR code scan. Lense allows your guests to capture all the valuable moments, from romantic wedding moments to festive dance moves and breathtaking vacation views. You can determine how many moments each guest may take, just like a disposable camera! Effortlessly share your wedding moments with a unique QR code. Lense generates a unique QR code with a single tap that you can share with your guests. By scanning the code, they gain instant access to the disposable camera, allowing them to capture, view and download all the beautiful moments. The guests don’t need to download any app to take pictures! Experience the thrill of anticipation with Lense's delayed photo revealing feature. Customize the delay to your preference, whether it's a few hours, days, or even weeks. Build up the excitement among your guests as they eagerly await the unveiling of the captured memories. Embrace vintage nostalgia with Lense's disposable camera effect. Give your images a touch of vintage, play with colors, or use artistic overlays to add a unique and personal touch. Securely store and relive your cherished memories with Lense. Our online storage feature stores your moments for a year. As the organizer, you’ll receive a download link to download all moments taken on your event. Capture and collect wedding photos & videos Lense allows your event's guests to upload and take photos and videos using our disposable camera app. This allows you to capture your guests' perspective. You can also use our upload feature for guests to allow uploading the moments from their camera roll. This way, Lense is the perfect photo & video sharing app for weddings, bridal parties and disposable camera events.

About

Capture

Features
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Turn your event into an unforgettable shared experience. Stop chasing guests for photos and videos after the party ends. Capture is the ultimate shared album app that lets you gather every unique capture of your event effortlessly. Whether you are hosting a wedding, birthday, or corporate meetup, we handle the memories so you can stay in the moment. HOW IT WORKS 1. Create an event: Set a name, date, and choose your reveal time. 2. Share a QR code: Guests join instantly to capture their moments. Zero app install required. 3. Snap photos and videos: Guests enjoy an authentic disposable camera experience, inlcude videos or go UNLIMITED. 4. Unlock the gallery: At your chosen time, the shared album reveals all memories for everyone to download. WHY HOSTS LOVE Capture * All snaps in one place: Forget hunting down friends for pictures. Every photo and video is securely stored in a single gallery, neatly sorted by timeline, and ready for a one-click download. * Zero app install for guests: The lowest possible friction. Guests simply scan your custom QR code and upload directly via their mobile browser. * Complete host control: Your event, your rules. Set strict photo limits and disable gallery uploads for a classic disposable camera feel, or allow unlimited pictures and camera roll uploads for maximum coverage. * Flexible timing: You decide exactly when the gallery unlocks to build anticipation and surprise your guests. * Custom QR templates: Design your codes in-app or use our Canva presets to match your wedding or event theme perfectly. * Try it free: Start capturing moments at no cost. Upgrade seamlessly when your event requires more capacity, ensuring you only pay for what you truly need. WHY GUESTS LOVE Capture * Authentic, unfiltered fun: Embrace the true Capture style. It is all about living in the moment and capturing spontaneous, genuine memories. * Interactive celebration: Your loved ones become active contributors. Capture turns every friend and family member into an official event photographer. * Camera roll friendly: Did someone snap a masterpiece outside the app? If the host allows it, guests can easily upload pre-existing photos and videos directly from their phone gallery. * No more expiring links: Say goodbye to messy group chats and lost files. Everyone can return to the shared gallery anytime to relive the party and download their favorite shots. PREMIUM FEATURES FOR FLAWLESS EVENTS * Video memos: Short video messages from your wedding guests. * Live Slideshow: Project a real-time feed of guest pictures on any big screen or digital frame during the reception. * Host Approval Mode: Review uploaded photos before anyone else sees them. Keep the gallery safe and curated. * Private Album Mode: Keep the event gallery completely hidden from guests so only you can view the final collection. * Timeline and Filtering: Automatically sort your album chronologically or filter to see exactly what each friend captured. * Photo Stickers: Automatically apply a customizable sticker with your event name and date to every single picture. DESIGNED FOR RELIABILITY * Offline-friendly: Venues with bad Wi-Fi? No problem. Photos queue up and upload automatically once the connection is restored. * Live event dashboard: Monitor photo counts and guest activity in real time. * Privacy first: Photos are stored securely and accessible only by you and your approved guests. The QR code automatically invalidates after the event to prevent unwanted uploads. * Dark mode: A sleek interface perfectly designed for nightlife events. PERFECT FOR Weddings and receptions, birthday parties, Quinceaneras, graduations, baby showers, engagement parties, reunions, holidays, concerts, and corporate events. Download Capture today. Stop chasing photos, capture every moment, and let every picture tell the real story of your event.

Screenshots

Lense4 screens
Capture4 screens

Verdict

The call

Lense and Capture are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters — price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. Lense sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Capture sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Lense ships an update weekly, Capture every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Lense versus Capture: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLenseCapture
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (1.5K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews70.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.5K — better—
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS16.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size33 MB53 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRewaiveQualityWize

Bugs and requests

Lense

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • QR codes not working
  • App crashes when opening camera

Requested features

3 requests
  • Increase photo upload limit
  • Extend video duration
  • Allow guests to download full album

Capture

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Lense

One-time10
  • Max 25 guests$4.99
  • Video Uploads$9.99
  • Max 50 guests$14.99
Show 7 more
  • Max 25 guests unlimited$14.99
  • Max 50 guests unlimited$24.99
  • Max 100 guests$34.99
  • Max 150 guests$44.99
  • Max 100 guests unlimited$44.99
  • Max 150 guests unlimited$54.99
  • Max 200 guests unlimited$69.99
10 purchases

Capture

One-time10
  • 200 Guests + Videos$69.99
  • 200 Guests + Videos + Unlimited$84.99
  • 300 Guests - Basic Package$94.99
Show 7 more
  • 300 Guests + Videos$97.99
  • 300 Guests + Unlimited Photos$104.99
  • 300 Guests + Videos + Unlimited$114.99
  • 500 Guests - Basic Package$144.99
  • 500 Guests + Unlimited Photos$149.99
  • 500 Guests + Videos$152.99
  • 500 Guests + Videos + Unlimited$159.99

Questions

Is Lense free?
Lense is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Capture free?
Capture is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Lense or Capture have ads?
Neither Lense nor Capture shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Lense or Capture?
Lense ships an update weekly, and Capture every 2 weeks. Most recently, Lense was updated on November 7, 2026 and Capture on October 28, 2026.

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