Comparison

mood.camera vs Stage Cue

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

Head to head
About

mood.camera

Capture natural, character-filled photos with a unique processing pipeline that mimics film. This app encourages spontaneous shooting without live previews or editing tools, focusing on bringing soul and serendipity back to mobile photography.

Highlights
  • Realistic film grain
  • Cinematic halation effect
  • Expressive color emulation
  • Custom presets
  • Next-level portraits
  • Custom frames
  • No live filter preview
Features
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mood.camera is a point-and-shoot camera that captures natural photos full of character, straight out of your iPhone, without any editing. Instead of chasing ever-sharper and perfectly exposed images, mood.camera focuses on making photography fun and giving your photographs soul. The custom image processing pipeline gives you photos with realistic film grain, cinematic halation and a rich colour palette. mood.camera also has no live "filter" preview or editing tools within the app, encouraging you to enjoy taking photos without worrying about flipping between effects or making the perfect edit. mood.camera wasn't built to evoke nostalgia, it was built to bring character and serendipity back to the mobile photography experience. — “This Camera App Gives Your iPhone Photos Soul.” - New York Times "It’s Hard to Believe the Photos From Mood.Camera’s New Portrait Mode Were Shot on iPhone" - PetaPixel "mood.camera emulates the feeling of taking photos on camera film" - Tech Radar — TRY FOR 7 DAYS FREE Please note, mood.camera is not free. We offer a 7-day unrestricted free trial for new users, no subscription required. After your trial you can continue to use the app for free but you will be limited to the “random” emulation mode. To continue using the full version of the app after your trial period you can either purchase a lifetime membership or pay a monthly subscription. EXPRESSIVE COLOUR EMULATION Each of the 14 colour emulations have been meticulously crafted to give every photo character and a rich colour palette. FILMIC DYNAMIC RANGE Naturally compressed shadows and highlights create images with more contrast, more atmosphere, and a look that feels closer to film. REALISTIC FILM GRAIN Film grain algorithms modelled on the physical development process, add texture and physicality to your photos whilst retaining detail. CUSTOM PRESETS Add a touch of warmth to your favourite preset, or start from scratch to create an original style. NEXT LEVEL PORTRAITS Combined with mood.camera's filmic characteristics, portrait mode gives you photos with smoother object separation and convincing bokeh. (Available on iPhone 11 or newer). DOUBLE EXPOSURE MODE 7 unique ways to blend photos unlocks new creative possibilities with your photography. CINEMATIC HALATION Using the iPhone’s dynamic range gain map to accurately identify the brightest highlights, creating a realistic halation effect. (Available on iPhone 12 or newer). CUSTOM FRAMES Elevate your photos with a custom frame, automatically added when you snap a photo. LESS TWEAKING, MORE SNAPPING Mirroring the classic film camera experience, there is no live preview of your selected film, letting you focus on capturing the moment instead of flipping between filters. After each capture, the element of suspense as you reveal the processed photo is another nod to the analog experience. INTUITIVE CONTROLS FOR CREATIVITY At its core, mood.camera is designed to echo the ease of use of a point-and-shoot camera but retains some controls to inspire creativity and personal expression: - Set the default focal lengths for each lens, giving you quick access to your favourites. - An on-screen exposure dial, makes it easy to achieve different styles with under and over exposed images. - Select from multiple aspect ratios to suit the scene. - An optional grid & level indicator gives you confidence when composing. - High resolution 24MP photos on compatible devices. (Available on iPhone 14 Pro, 15 Pro & 16 Pro). - Customise the dynamic range of your camera. (Available on iPhones capable of ProRaw capture). More info: https://mood.camera Privacy Policy: https://mood.camera/privacy End User Licensee Agreement: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Stage Cue

Seamlessly control video playback for live events, performances, and presentations. Organize and play videos with a customizable interface, offering dual-screen output and flexible playback options.

Highlights
  • Dual screen playback
  • Customizable buttons
  • Drag & drop sorting
  • Up to 128 videos per config
  • Multiple configurations
  • Flexible playback options
  • MIDI integration
Features
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Stage Cue is the perfect companion for live performances, events, or presentations, giving you seamless control over video playback right at your fingertips. Designed for performers, event coordinators, and media professionals, Stage Cue offers a customizable soundboard-like interface for organizing and playing videos with ease. Whether you’re using an iPhone or iPad, Stage Cue ensures smooth and intuitive playback on your device or an external display via HDMI or AirPlay. Key Features: • Dual Screen Playback: Preview videos on your device while playing full-screen on external screens connected via HDMI or AirPlay. • Image Display: Show an image when no video is playing, perfect for intermissions or stage pauses. • Customizable Buttons: Each video is represented by a button with customizable colors for quick identification. • Drag & Drop Sorting: Easily reorder buttons and videos by dragging and dropping them into place. • Up to 128 Videos: Store and play up to 128 videos per configuration, making it easy to manage large libraries. • Multiple Configurations: Create and switch between different sets of 128 videos instantly, perfect for varied performances or events. • Flexible Playback Options: Loop videos, stop after playback, or auto-play the next in line—your choice! • Audio Control: Mute audio when needed for visual-only playback. • MIDI Integration: Trigger video playback via MIDI for seamless integration with live performances. • Keyboard Shortcuts: Trigger video playback by keyboard shortcuts . • Network & Bluetooth MIDI Support: Connect with Network MIDI Sessions or Bluetooth LE MIDI devices for wireless control. Take your events, shows, or presentations to the next level with Stage Cue’s powerful and easy-to-use video playback system. Download Stage Cue now and experience ultimate control over your video content!

Screenshots

mood.camera4 screens
Stage Cue4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: mood.camera at every 4 days against Stage Cue's every 2 months. mood.camera also leads on ratings volume (533 vs 12). Stage Cue's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and device support (4 vs 1). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads 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. mood.camera sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Stage Cue sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for mood.camera against 4.9 for Stage Cue. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: mood.camera has 533 ratings behind it against 12, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 93% of mood.camera's written reviews are positive against 100% of Stage Cue's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

mood.camera ships an update every 4 days, Stage Cue every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
mood.camera versus Stage Cue: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parametermood.cameraStage Cue
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (533 ratings)4.9 (12 ratings) — better
Positive reviews93.2% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings533 — better12
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS16.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size44 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAlex FoxPeter Dikant

Customer experience

mood.camera

All ratings533 ratings
Positive94.2%
Neutral2.3%
Negative3.6%
Written reviews722 reviews
Positive93.2%
Neutral3.5%
Negative3.3%

Stage Cue

All ratings12 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

mood.camera

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Focus issues with telephoto lens
  • Inconsistent color rendering, especially for skin tones

Requested features

5 requests
  • Live preview of filters
  • Manual shutter speed control
  • Ability to apply filters to existing photos
  • Option to save original and filtered photos
  • Video mode with film-style effects

Stage Cue

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

mood.camera

Subscriptions1
  • Monthly pass$1.991 Month
One-time2
  • Lifetime Access$14.99
  • Early Adopter Access2 variants$14.99
1 purchases

Stage Cue

One-time1
  • Upgrade to Premium$9.99

Questions

Is mood.camera free?
mood.camera is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Stage Cue free?
Stage Cue is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, mood.camera or Stage Cue?
Stage Cue is rated higher. mood.camera averages 4.8 out of 5 from 533 ratings, while Stage Cue averages 4.9 from 12 ratings.
Do mood.camera or Stage Cue have ads?
Neither mood.camera nor Stage Cue shows ads.
Which is updated more often, mood.camera or Stage Cue?
mood.camera ships an update every 4 days, and Stage Cue every 2 months. Most recently, mood.camera was updated on October 17, 2026 and Stage Cue on October 11, 2026.

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