Motion Catch vs GlowCam
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Motion Catch
Automatically capture Live Photos when motion is detected in a selected area. Choose from various detection modes like cars, birds, lightning, or meteors to save dynamic moments. The app saves a Live Photo showing the moments just before and after the motion event.
- Motion-triggered Live Photo capture
- Selectable motion detection area
- Multiple detection modes (Car, Birds, Lightning, Meteor)
- Saves moments before and after motion
- Simple, user-friendly interface
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Capture Live Photo automatically. Simple to use: • Set your iPhone on a tripod for a stable view (not required in Lightning mode). • Select the area to watch for motion. • Choose a detection mode. • Tap the center button to start automatic capture. Currently supported modes: • Car • Birds • Lightning • Meteor When motion is detected, the app saves a Live Photo — showing the moment just before and after it happens.
GlowCam
Capture stunning selfies in any low-light condition. This app uses your screen as a customizable light source, offering a full spectrum of colors and adjustable brightness for the perfect shot. Save, share, or preview your lighting instantly.
- Customizable screen light source
- Full color spectrum control
- Adjustable brightness
- Instant lighting preview
- Easy saving and sharing
- Low-light selfie enhancement
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Take stunning selfies in the dark! "Glowcam: Cameleon" turns your screen into a customizable light source, letting you capture bright, clear photos in low light, at night, or indoors. Choose from a full spectrum of colors and adjust the brightness to match your perfect selfie vibe. Features: ▶ Glowing Light Effect: Use your screen as a virtual front flash to illuminate your selfies. ▶ Full Color Control: Pick any hue, from warm reds and golden yellows to cool blues and vibrant purples. ▶ Adjustable Brightness: Fine-tune the glow to get just the right amount of light. ▶ Instant Preview: See real-time lighting adjustments before capturing your photo. ▶ Easy Sharing & Saving: Save to your photo library, copy for other apps, or share instantly with friends. Why Choose "Glowcam: Cameleon"? ▶ Brilliant Selfies in Low Light: No more dark, grainy photos—get the perfect glow every time. ▶ Tailored to Your Style: Adjust colors and brightness to fit your aesthetic and mood. ▶ Simple & Intuitive: Clean design with easy controls for a seamless selfie experience. "Glowcam: Cameleon" is perfect for: ▶ Nighttime selfies ▶ Social media posts ▶ Party snapshots ▶ Indoor portraits --- "Glowcam: Cameleon" includes limited free usage, allowing you to try its features. For continued access and an enhanced experience, additional options are available through in-app purchases. Payment will be charged to your Apple Account at the confirmation of purchase. The subscription automatically renews unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage your subscription or turn off auto-renew by going to your App Store account settings after purchase. Cancellation of the current active subscription period is not allowed. - Privacy: https://alpennec.com/privacy/cameleon - Terms and Conditions: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: GlowCam at 100% against Motion Catch's 50%. Motion Catch's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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
Both are free to download. Motion Catch sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and GlowCam sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Motion Catch ships an update every 4 days, GlowCam every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on August 14, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Motion Catch | GlowCam |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.8 (18 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 18 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days — better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 17.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 9 MB | 15 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Teeraya Intajuk | Axel Le Pennec |
Customer experience
Motion Catch
GlowCam
In-app purchases
Motion Catch
- Unlimited photos$9.99
GlowCam
- Plus Weekly$4.997 Days
- Weekly3 Days trial$4.997 Days
- Plus Yearly$17.991 Year
- Lifetime$2.99
- Lifetime$4.99
- Lifetime$7.99
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- Lifetime$9.99
- Lifetime$19.99
- Lifetime$99.99
