Comparison

Slica vs Retrograde

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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

About

Retrograde

Capture memories with a vintage aesthetic, mimicking the experience of using a 90s disposable camera. Photos develop over time, adding an element of surprise and nostalgia to your everyday moments and travels. Share cameras with friends to create collaborative photo stories.

Highlights
  • Unique 80s/90s retro disposable cameras
  • Photos develop like real film
  • Vintage look and feel for each camera
  • Ideal travel camera for memories
  • Share cameras with friends for collaborative shooting
  • Regularly added new cameras and features
Features
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Shoot like it’s the 90s with a true retro feel, capture travel memories, and turn everyday moments into something worth remembering. Designed to feel like you’re shooting with real disposable cameras, this app brings back the magic of film. Take your photos, watch them develop, and experience the excitement of seeing each moment come to life. Whether you're traveling, spending time with friends, or capturing everyday moments, turn your phone into a true retro travel camera. Share cameras with your friends and shoot together. It’s just like passing a disposable camera around at a party. Watch your photos come together and relive the moments once they’re all developed. FEATURES: • Unique disposable cameras with an 80s and 90s retro style in your pocket • Shoot photos and develop them like real film cameras • Each camera has a unique vintage look and feel • Perfect travel camera for capturing memories anywhere • Share cameras with friends and create memories together • New cameras and features added regularly If you love disposable cameras, retro photography, and capturing moments that feel real, this is the camera app for you. Privacy Policy: https://www.slowroll.app/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://www.slowroll.app/terms

Screenshots

Slica4 screens
Retrograde4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Retrograde at fortnightly against Slica's every 6 weeks. Slica's advantage is iOS requirement (16 vs 18.5). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Slica sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per year and Retrograde sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Slica against 5.0 for Retrograde. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7 and 10 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Slica ships an update every 6 weeks, Retrograde fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Slica versus Retrograde: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSlicaRetrograde
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (7 ratings)5.0 (10 ratings)
Number of ratings710 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16 — better18.5
Further details — not scored
Size116 MB144 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer一个念头Art Gang LLC

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Slica

Subscriptions1
  • Annual Pro$7.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Pro$24.99
9 purchases

Retrograde

Subscriptions4
  • Slow Roll Premium Monthly1 Month trial$1.991 Month
  • Premium Monthly7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Premium Monthly1 Month trial$2.991 Month
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  • Premium Yearly$24.991 Year
One-time5
  • Quad Burst Unlock$0.99
  • Bleach Unlock$1.99
  • Echo Chamber Unlock$2.99
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  • Square Unlock$2.99
  • Premium Lifetime$39.99

Questions

Is Slica free?
Slica is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Retrograde free?
Retrograde is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Slica or Retrograde?
Slica and Retrograde are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 7 and 10 ratings respectively.
Do Slica or Retrograde have ads?
Neither Slica nor Retrograde shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Slica or Retrograde?
Slica ships an update every 6 weeks, and Retrograde fortnightly. Most recently, Slica was updated on November 4, 2026 and Retrograde on October 30, 2026.

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