Comparison

False Checker vs CineTemp

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

Head to head
About

False Checker

This tool helps filmmakers analyze exposure and lighting using false color visualization. It provides instant insights into lighting ratios and stop differences, aiding in on-set decisions and pre-production planning.

Highlights
  • False color visualization
  • Lighting ratio calculator
  • Quick reference tool
  • Easy-to-use interface
  • Exposure analysis
Features
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False Checker was designed for filmmakers who need a quick and accurate way to analyze exposure on set or during pre-production. Whether you're referencing images on set or researching for upcoming projects, this tool gives you precise insights into lighting and exposure using false color. Features: False Color Visualization: Instantly convert images into false color to see exposure levels at a glance. Lighting Ratio Calculator: Tap two IRE swatches to get the lighting ratio and stop difference between highlights and shadows. Quick Reference Tool: Perfect for on-set use or pre-shoot planning, ensuring your lighting is spot on. Easy-to-Use Interface: Simple, intuitive design for fast analysis. Created to give filmmakers a quick and easy way to check exposure and lighting on the go. Whether you're on set or prepping for your next job, False Checker helps you nail the perfect shot.

About

CineTemp

This tool helps filmmakers and cinematographers measure color temperature and ND values using their iPhone camera. It offers real-time readings, a luminance histogram, and a library for saving shot notes and metadata to ensure color consistency.

Highlights
  • Color temperature readings via iPhone camera
  • ND calculation via iPhone camera
  • Real-time measurements with multiple lenses
  • Luminance histogram
  • Location-aware shot library
  • Scene comparison tools
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KEY FEATURES: • Approximate color temperature readings through your iPhone camera • Approximate ND calculation through your iPhone camera • Real-time values using wide, telephoto, and front-facing lenses • Luminance histogram • Location-aware shot library with custom notes and metadata • Scene comparison tools to assist with color consistency Perfect for: • Location scouting • Pre-production planning • On-set color adjustments • White balance optimization • Multi-camera coordination Created by filmmakers for filmmakers, CineTemp is designed to simplify your workflow and support your creative vision. While it’s not total replacement for dedicated hardware, CineTemp offers an intuitive way to make informed color decisions. The app seamlessly integrates with most iPhone cameras, and the customizable interface keeps essential tools at your fingertips. Save and organize your readings with automatic time, date, and location tagging to streamline your pre-production process. Join the creators using CineTemp to elevate their craft. Download now and explore an innovative approach to color temperature measurement.

Screenshots

False Checker2 screens
CineTemp4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: CineTemp at 94% against False Checker's 0%. CineTemp also leads on rating (4.9 vs 4.0) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 9 months). False Checker's advantage is price ($5.99 vs $19.99) and iOS requirement (16.6 vs 18.6). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model 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

False Checker costs $5.99 and CineTemp $19.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

CineTemp holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CineTemp has 29 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of False Checker's written reviews are positive against 94% of CineTemp's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

False Checker ships an update every 9 months, CineTemp every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
False Checker versus CineTemp: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFalse CheckerCineTemp
Price$5.99 — better$19.99
Rating4.0 (2 ratings)4.9 (29 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews93.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings229 — better
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
Best chart rank—#18 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.6 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB19 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developereric HernandezTKNYE

Customer experience

False Checker

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral100.0%
Negative0.0%

CineTemp

All ratings29 ratings
Positive96.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative3.4%
Written reviews16 reviews
Positive93.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative6.3%

In-app purchases

None

False Checker

No in-app purchases

None

CineTemp

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is False Checker free?
False Checker costs $5.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is CineTemp free?
CineTemp costs $19.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, False Checker or CineTemp?
CineTemp is rated higher. False Checker averages 4.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while CineTemp averages 4.9 from 29 ratings.
Do False Checker or CineTemp have ads?
Neither False Checker nor CineTemp shows ads.
Which is updated more often, False Checker or CineTemp?
False Checker ships an update every 9 months, and CineTemp every 3 weeks. Most recently, False Checker was updated on September 21, 2026 and CineTemp on October 11, 2026.

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