VIBE CAM vs Slica
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
VIBE CAM
Capture vintage grainy photos with a variety of film rolls and lenses. Add Polaroid borders, watermarks, and light leak effects for a unique retro aesthetic. Offers live photography and manual controls for a professional feel.
- One-click vintage film camera simulation
- Live photography with atmospheric effects
- Switchable vintage film rolls
- Professional lenses and manual controls
- Polaroid borders and custom watermarks
- Real-time film effect preview
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VIBE CAM is a retro film camera shooting application. With just a gentle press, you can capture vintage grainy photos. Switching camera rolls allows you to experience different atmospheres, while changing lenses provides different experiences! It also supports live photography, capturing unique atmospheric photos. Additionally, it offers Polaroid borders and photo watermarks, with multiple watermark templates available to make your photos more exciting. 【Professional Features】 One-click shooting, turning your phone into a vintage film camera instantly. Live photography, Live Photo, adding atmosphere to your photos. Vintage film rolls, easily switchable, effortlessly capturing emotional moments. Manual focus, exposure adjustment. Countdown shooting, hands-free, making selfies more convenient. Flash, capturing cold white skin tone or creamy skin. Photo scratches, light leaks effects. Professional lenses, tilt-shift, fisheye, focus, blur, vintage ripples, etc. Photo watermarks, multiple templates, personalized customization. Polaroid borders, one-click setup, multiple styles. Real-time preview, viewing the effects of different films anytime, anywhere. More features coming soon~ 【Selected Films】 INS V: Film sourced from instax mini25, with a naturally faded camera. Color 200: Film originated from Fujifilm cameras, with optimized color levels for finer and more natural transitions. HK: Unique color grading, classic Hong Kong style. Vintage 70: Texture reminiscent of classical film. Fast 250: High contrast film, accurately representing details in both bright and dark areas, providing a strong visual impact. Rural 105: Soft tones, conveying a sense of tranquility like gentle waves. Old 1890: Every press of the shutter takes you on a wonderful journey exploring the past. More films await in the camera, with new ones regularly added for a richer selection! Subscription Service Disclaimer: Unless you cancel the subscription at least 24 hours before the current usage period ends, the subscription will automatically renew at the agreed price and duration after the current usage period ends. The fee will be charged from your Apple ID within 24 hours after the current usage period ends. You can manage and cancel subscriptions in the App Store account settings. Any unused portion of the current usage period (if provided) will be forfeited upon purchase of the subscription. Registering for this subscription indicates your agreement to our terms of service and privacy policy. Privacy Policy:https://t15ehm6hgj9.feishu.cn/docx/Op86dE0i2ovOY1xXPwfcvu6lnVg Terms of Service:https://t15ehm6hgj9.feishu.cn/docx/OArodZ4OXoUiXOxFgIrcplsXn6e
Slica
Capture nostalgic photos and videos with a retro pocket camera. Apply authentic vintage looks in real-time, from Y2K magazine to warm film and B&W. Discover a variety of aesthetic filters to enhance your creations.
- Real-time retro camera preview
- Authentic nostalgic photo and video filters
- Y2K Magazine look
- 90s CRT aesthetic
- Warm Film effect
- High-contrast B&W filter
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Slica is your retro pocket camera for creating beautiful photos and videos. Get the most authentic nostalgic vibe in a single tap. With a real-time preview, you can see the final look before you even shoot. LOOKS FOR YOUR AESTHETIC - Y2K Magazine: The glossy print texture and orange-teal tones of a 2000s magazine. - 90s CRT: Vibrant saturation, pixel noise, and the retro glow of a vintage television screen. - Warm Film: A classic 35mm film look defined by a delicate wash of warm orange-yellow tones and fine grain. - B&W: A raw, high-contrast monochrome that creates a powerful and timeless feel. And many more to discover! Terms of Service: https://mindflick.tech/rolls/user-agreement.html Privacy Policy: https://mindflick.tech/rolls/privacy-policy.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: VIBE CAM at every 4 days against Slica's every 6 weeks. VIBE CAM also leads on iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16). On price, rating, ratings volume 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
Both are free to download. VIBE CAM sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per year and Slica sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for VIBE CAM against 5.0 for Slica. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 12 and 7 respectively.
VIBE CAM ships an update every 4 days, Slica every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | VIBE CAM | Slica |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (12 ratings) | 5.0 (7 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 81.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 12 — better | 7 |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days — better | Every 6 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 16 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 108 MB | 116 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 杨杨 戴 | 一个念头 |
In-app purchases
VIBE CAM
- VIBE PRO$3.991 Year
- VIBE PRO (Lifetime)Free
- VIBE PRO (Lifetime)$7.99
Slica
- Annual Pro$7.991 Year
- Lifetime Pro$24.99








