Comparison

Timelapse by ReeLapse vs ShiftCam One

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

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About

Timelapse by ReeLapse

Capture stunning time-lapses with advanced manual controls and professional video features. Offers RAW frame export, Apple ProRes support, and creative slow shutter effects for unique visuals.

Highlights
  • Advanced manual camera controls
  • Apple ProRes and RAW frame export
  • Customizable intervals and frame counts
  • Slow Shutter modes (Motion Blur, Light Trails)
  • Full sensor resolution and 4K shooting
  • Intuitive user interface
Features
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PROFESSIONAL TIME-LAPSE. COMPLETE CONTROL. ReeLapse is a professional time-lapse and hyperlapse camera for iPhone, created for photographers and filmmakers who want complete control over capture, image quality, and post-production. Record finished videos in MAX or 4K, or switch to the new RAW mode to preserve every frame as an individual DNG file. — RAW TIME-LAPSE — RAW mode captures complete DNG image sequences and saves them to the ReeLapse folder in the Files app. Bypass the standard processed image stream and unlock maximum flexibility to recover highlights, refine exposure and white balance, apply precise color grades, or edit any frame as a standalone photograph. Transfer your sequence to Mac or PC and build your final time-lapse in apps such as Lightroom, DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro, or LRTimelapse. RAW capture also opens the door to advanced day-to-night and night-to-day “Holy Grail” workflows. — THREE CAPTURE MODES — • MAX: Capture the full width and height of the sensor for detailed 4:3 open-gate output and greater freedom to reframe in post. • 4K: Create ready-to-share 3840 × 2160 video in a cinematic 16:9 aspect ratio. • RAW: Capture individual DNG frames for maximum image quality and post-production control. — PRECISION WITHOUT THE GUESSWORK — The intelligent Time-Lapse Dashboard calculates capture duration and final video length in real time. Choose up to 6000 frames, set intervals from 0.5 to 60 seconds, and see exactly how every adjustment affects your result before recording. Select output frame rates up to 60 fps, choose Apple ProRes or HEVC on compatible devices, and fine-tune the bit rate for the ideal balance between quality and file size. Optional backups can also save a duplicate video or the individual JPEG frames. — FULL MANUAL CONTROL — Lock or manually adjust ISO, shutter speed, focus, and white balance to prevent distracting exposure jumps, focus changes, and color shifts. Use tap-to-focus, manual focus, focus peaking, a live histogram, and zebra stripes to check every detail before you start. Prefer simplicity? Leave any control untouched and ReeLapse keeps it in Auto. — GPU-POWERED SLOW SHUTTER — Create fluid Motion Blur for clouds, traffic, crowds, and moving scenes, or build striking Light Trails from cars, city lights, and stars. ReeLapse’s custom frame-stacking algorithms run entirely on your iPhone’s GPU, with a live preview that lets you see and refine the effect during capture. — APPLE WATCH REMOTE — Start and control your time-lapse remotely from your wrist, helping you avoid disturbing a carefully framed shot. ReeLapse 2.1 features a refined interface with Liquid Glass styling, fully optimized for iOS 26. Transform the ordinary into the extraordinary. Turn the passage of time into art with ReeLapse. *RAW mode creates DNG sequences for external post-production and does not render a finished video in-app. Slow Shutter effects are available in MAX and 4K modes, not RAW. On iPhone SE, only full-resolution capture is supported. On older iPhone models, Slow Shutter modes may increase memory usage. — GET IN TOUCH — • Ideas, questions, or feature requests: support@reeflexstore.com • News and updates: reeflexstore.com/pages/newsletter • Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and X: @ReeflexCamera • Share your work with #ShotWithReeLapse — TUTORIAL — • Tips and techniques: https://reeflexstore.com/pages/reelapse-tutorial • FAQs: https://reeflexstore.com/pages/reeflex-apps-faq — ADMIN — Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://reeflexstore.com/pages/privacy-policy Intellectual Property: All logos and trademarks used in this listing are the property of their respective owners. All rights remain with their original holders.

About

ShiftCam One

This app helps you set up, shoot, and organize photos and videos using specialized camera lenses and accessories. It provides guides for mounting gear, offers advanced shooting controls, and allows you to filter your library by the lens used.

Highlights
  • Lens registration and setup guides
  • AutoSteady video stabilization
  • Customizable lens-specific controls
  • HEIF/JPEG photo and 4K video capture
  • Library organization by lens
  • Warranty activation
Features
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ShiftCam One is the companion app for your ShiftCam lenses, mounts, and accessories. It is built around how you actually shoot with ShiftCam gear, from setting up a lens to sharing the shot. SET UP YOUR GEAR • Register your ShiftCam lenses by scanning the code in the box, or add them manually if you no longer have it • Tell the app which mounting system you use — phone case, or universal — so the instructions match your setup • Follow a mounting guide drawn for your exact iPhone model, showing which camera the lens goes over • Open a page for each lens you own: specs and space for your own notes LENS SKILLS • AutoSteady on Super Zoom — video stabilization engages automatically at 2× and above, with an on-screen shake indicator so you can tell when you are steady SHOOT • Full-screen viewfinder with a lens picker that adapts the controls to the lens you select • A zoom dial that shows the real range your lens reaches, not the iPhone's default numbers • Photo and video: HEIF or JPEG, 1080p and 4K at 24/30/60 fps • Flash, timer, grid, level, aspect ratio, exposure compensation, and focus and exposure lock ORGANIZE AND SHARE • Browse your library with full capture details, including which lens took each shot • Filter by lens to see everything you have shot with a particular piece of glass • See your whole photo library in one place, with ShiftCam One shots marked • Share to Instagram, TikTok, or the iOS share sheet, or save to Photos WARRANTY AND ACCOUNT • Activate your warranty by uploading a photo of your receipt • Manage your lenses, mounting systems, and account settings from one place YOUR DATA The photos and videos you take stay on your device. They leave it only when you choose. PERMISSIONS • Camera — to shoot photos and video, and to scan the code on your lens box • Microphone — to record audio with your videos • Photo Library — to save the shots you take • Location — optional, to tag where a photo was taken ShiftCam One is free to download.

Screenshots

Timelapse by ReeLapse4 screens
ShiftCam One4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Timelapse by ReeLapse at 3.9 against ShiftCam One's 3.0. Timelapse by ReeLapse also leads on ratings volume (127 vs 1). ShiftCam One's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and update cadence (every 10 days vs monthly). On price, ads and device support 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. Timelapse by ReeLapse sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $11.99 per year. ShiftCam One asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Timelapse by ReeLapse holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Timelapse by ReeLapse has 127 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Timelapse by ReeLapse ships an update monthly, ShiftCam One every 10 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Timelapse by ReeLapse versus ShiftCam One: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTimelapse by ReeLapseShiftCam One
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (127 ratings) — better3.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews26.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings127 — better1
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, Apple WatchiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS18.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size87 MB57 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperReeflex GmbHShiftCam Limited

Customer experience

Timelapse by ReeLapse

All ratings125 ratings
Positive72.0%
Neutral1.6%
Negative26.4%
Written reviews76 reviews
Positive26.3%
Neutral10.5%
Negative63.2%

ShiftCam One

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral100.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Timelapse by ReeLapse

Reported bugs

21 issues
  • App does not save recordings
  • App crashes during recording or saving
  • Saved videos are corrupted or unplayable
  • App requires full photo library access even with limited access
  • App does not initialize due to permission loop
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  • Selected videos cannot be added (greyed out)
  • Subscription page missing 'X' button
  • App stopped working with iPhone 17
  • App freezes or hangs the phone
  • Phone heating issue
  • App crashes before saving video
  • Video disappears after recording
  • Only one frame shown for the entire video
  • Loading icon for photo library keeps spinning
  • App drains mobile data excessively
  • Missing functionality (zebra, histogram, lens, resolution control) with Display Zoom ON
  • Recording lost when phone goes to sleep
  • App resets output settings on restart
  • App crashes when using 'Motion' effect
  • App crashes on iPhone 15 Pro Max
  • App crashes after paying subscription fee

Requested features

13 requests
  • Add presets
  • Support DNG Bayer raw images
  • Option for a chime when recording ends
  • Option to reset screen brightness when recording ends
  • Option to remember previous settings
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  • Support Apple Watch remote functions
  • Add classic AppleLog format
  • Ability to extend recording while shooting
  • Add infinity setting for recording duration
  • Add 25 fps option
  • Simple point and click mode like Apple's
  • Built-in gallery of creations
  • More wide-angle lens options (e.g., 13mm)

ShiftCam One

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Timelapse by ReeLapse

Subscriptions2
  • Yearly Subscription$11.991 Year
  • ReeLapse Annual3 Days trial$11.991 Year
One-time1
  • ReeLapse Life Time Access$24.99
None

ShiftCam One

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Timelapse by ReeLapse free?
Timelapse by ReeLapse is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ShiftCam One free?
ShiftCam One is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Timelapse by ReeLapse or ShiftCam One?
Timelapse by ReeLapse is rated higher. Timelapse by ReeLapse averages 3.9 out of 5 from 127 ratings, while ShiftCam One averages 3.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Timelapse by ReeLapse or ShiftCam One have ads?
Neither Timelapse by ReeLapse nor ShiftCam One shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Timelapse by ReeLapse or ShiftCam One?
Timelapse by ReeLapse ships an update monthly, and ShiftCam One every 10 days. Most recently, Timelapse by ReeLapse was updated on October 24, 2026 and ShiftCam One on October 24, 2026.

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