camAround2 vs HTC501
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
camAround2
Capture moments from both your front and back cameras simultaneously. Create unique photos and videos that combine both perspectives in a single shot, perfect for vlogs, reactions, and travel logs. Customize overlays with live data like time, location, and weather.
- Dual camera photo and video recording
- Picture-in-Picture mode
- Live data watermarks
- Route tracking and export
- Photo while filming
- Live filters
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CamAround2 lets you capture yourself and what you see - simultaneously. Create photos and videos that combine both perspectives in one seamless shot. Useful for vlogs, reactions, tutorials, travel logs, and any moment where both sides of the story matter. Key Features Dual Recording • Video – Record with front and back cameras simultaneously • Photos – Capture with both cameras in a single shot • Photo While Filming – Snap pictures without stopping your video • Separate Saves – Optionally save front and back camera footage separately Multiple Controls • Picture-in-Picture (PiP) – Move, resize, and position the second camera anywhere on screen • Quick Camera Switch – Double-tap to swap cameras instantly, even while filming • Zoom & Lenses – Pinch to zoom; supports wide-angle and telephoto (on compatible devices) • Live Filters - Apply Black & White, Vintage, Psychedelic, and Dynamic filters • Low-Light Ready - Optional flash/torch for dark environments Customizable Watermarks (with Live Data) Add real-time information overlays to your recordings: • Date & time stamps • Location address, coordinates • Speed, altitude, direction (compass) • Temperature, Weather, UV, wind speed • Camera settings (ISO, shutter speed, focal length) • Audio level (dBFS) → Fully customizable: toggle on/off, adjust colors, fonts, and positioning Track Routes and create Route Videos Optionally record and export telemetry data from your videos in CSV, GPX, or JSON format and export a tour video Easy Management • The app automatically saves your recordings (Photo/Video) to your Photo Library • Preview, share, or delete your recordings right from the app Usecases: • Vlogs & content creation • Reaction videos & tutorials • Travel logs & driving footage • Real estate walkthroughs • Interviews & events -> Any moment where both perspectives matter
HTC501
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HTC501是一款用于热成像,测温的APP。支持发射率,测温距离的设置。
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: HTC501 at Free against camAround2's $0.99. HTC501 also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.6). On update cadence, ads 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
HTC501 is free to download; camAround2 costs $0.99 up front. camAround2 sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. HTC501 asks for nothing beyond the download.
camAround2 ships an update every 4 weeks, HTC501 every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | camAround2 | HTC501 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $0.99 | Free — better |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 89 MB | 6 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | thomas forsberg | Software Shop |
In-app purchases
camAround2
- Small Tip$0.99
- Medium Tip$2.99
- Large Tip$4.99
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- Extra Large Tip$9.99
HTC501
No in-app purchases









