Linx vs Hidey
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Linx
This app offers a powerful yet simple camera and editing experience for creators. Capture stunning photos with live filter previews and fine-tuned controls, then enhance them with advanced editing tools. Seamlessly integrate with Apple Photos for easy management and versioning.
- Minimal camera interface
- Live filter previews
- Premium subtle filters
- Fine-tuned exposure control
- Auto and manual focus
- Shoot in Pro RAW
- Apple Photos integration
- Editing versioning
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Linx Camera — Camera & Editor is the ultimate tool for creators seeking a premium and seamless experience in photography and editing. Whether capturing photos, editing, or fine-tuning details, Linx Camera provides the perfect mix of advanced features and simplicity. Elevate your photography with best-in-class editing tools and an intuitive interface. Minimal but Effective Camera ——— Linx Camera features a simple yet powerful camera that helps you shoot with ease. Its minimal design ensures quick access to controls, creating a clean, intuitive experience. Capture professional-grade photos without distractions. Live Filter Previews Get live filter previews while shooting. See how each filter affects your shot in real time, allowing easy creative decisions. Apply subtle filters that naturally enhance your photos, giving them a polished look without overdoing it. Premium Subtle Filters ——— Designed for creators and professionals, Linx Camera’s premium filters provide a refined touch to elevate your photos. Achieve a high-end aesthetic for any creative project. These filters help make your photos stand out with a professional feel. Fine-Tuned Exposure Control ——— Linx Camera provides fine-tuned exposure control, adjusting shadows, highlights, and mid-tones precisely. Whether in bright or low light, achieve perfect exposure effortlessly. Highlight details and give your photos depth with ease. Auto and Manual Focus ——— Enhance your creativity with auto and manual focus options. Create dramatic bokeh effects or keep sharpness across the entire scene. Full creative control ensures you capture the perfect shot, whether you're a beginner or pro. Shoot in Pro RAW ——— Shoot in Pro RAW for top-quality photos and maximum flexibility. Pro RAW offers greater control over dynamic range and image detail, letting you edit freely while preserving the original quality of your shots. Perfect Sync with Apple Photos ——— Linx Camera integrates smoothly with Apple Photos, syncing photos for easy access and organization. Manage all your images while using Linx Camera’s advanced features for seamless workflows and editing. Editing Versioning with Apple Photos ——— With versioning sync, never worry about losing the original photo. Linx Camera syncs your edits with Apple Photos, allowing you to revert to the original at any time. Experiment confidently with the versioning system, preserving your original shots. Apple-Like Editing Interface ——— Linx Camera offers a sleek, intuitive editing interface, providing advanced features in a user-friendly design. Adjust exposure, shadows, contrast, and saturation with ease—enjoying the perfect balance of simplicity and power. Advanced Editing Tools ——— Linx Camera includes a full suite of advanced editing tools to adjust exposure, contrast, grain, sharpness, vignette, temperature, saturation, and more. Fine-tune your photos to perfection, giving you complete creative control. Creator Course — Learn Pro Techniques ——— Linx Camera includes an exclusive Creator Course, offering a step-by-step guide to master your iPhone camera. The course includes video and text content to teach you the best settings and techniques to capture stunning photos. Perfect for Creators and Designers ——— Whether you're a designer, photographer, or passionate creator, Linx Camera offers the tools to capture, edit, and create like a pro. The app is ideal for anyone who values high-quality images, refined editing, and creative freedom. ——— Linx Camera — Camera & Editor is more than just an app—it’s a complete photography solution for creators who want quality and control at their fingertips. Capture stunning images, apply premium filters, and edit with advanced tools to create standout photos. Download Linx Camera now and start crafting your next masterpiece today! Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Hidey
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Hidey 是一款以隱私為核心的影片打碼工具。選擇影片後,可自動掃描整部影片的人臉,也能在畫面中手動畫框,追蹤需要遮蔽的物體。 主要功能: - 整部影片的人臉偵測與馬賽克 - 選用的加強側臉捕捉模式 - 車牌及人體部位遮擋 - 手動畫框指定人物、寵物、車牌或其他物體 - 人臉與指定物體可以同時勾選 - 在時間軸檢查馬賽克的位置與作用時間 - 可選擇先預覽,或偵測後直接輸出 - 盡量保留原片解析度、幀率與音訊 - 完成後以通知提醒,並自動儲存到照片圖庫 - 分析、追蹤、縮圖與匯出完全在裝置本機完成 自動偵測可能因遮擋、快速移動、光線或角度而中止或漏掉目標。為避免隱私洩露,請在匯出前拉完整條時間軸自行檢查。 使用條款(EULA):https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Linx at weekly against Hidey's every 3 weeks. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Linx sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and Hidey sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Linx ships an update weekly, Hidey every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Linx | Hidey |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (237 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 69.9% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 237 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 17.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 227 MB | 7 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Hans Rietmann | Jiamin Zhang |
Bugs and requests
Linx
Reported bugs
2 issues- Exposure adjustments not working as expected
- Preset filters not applying correctly
Requested features
3 requests- Batch photo editing options
- Integration with social media platforms
- More customization settings
Hidey
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Linx
- Linx Camera Ultra, Weekly$5.997 Days
- Linx Camera Ultra, Monthly3 Days trial$10.991 Month
- Linx Camera Ultra, Yearly7 Days trial$54.991 Year
- Film Emulation 01$2.99
- Automotive 01$2.99
- Travel 01$2.99
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- Travel 06$2.99
- Collection 01$14.99
- Film Emulation$24.99
- Linx Camera Ultra$109.00
Hidey
- Hidey Pro Monthly$2.991 Month
- Hidey Pro Yearly$32.991 Year









