VSCO Capture vs FrameDrop
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
VSCO Capture
Capture photos and videos with over 50 live filters and real-time effects. Offers granular manual controls for exposure, ISO, and more, allowing for precise aesthetic control as you shoot. Supports RAW capture and seamless syncing with a photo editor.
- 50+ live photo filters
- Real-time video presets
- Live Bloom and Halation effects
- Live film grain
- Manual camera controls (exposure, ISO, white balance, shutter speed)
- RAW capture support
- Seamless syncing with VSCO editor
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“VSCO’s Capture app is free and offers plenty of granular controls that will even please the “pro mode” fans among us.” - Digital Trends “The iPhone's camera goes from good to great with the just-released VSCO Capture app.” - PhoneArena “The presets deliver incredible results straight out of camera, and I love that I can adjust the intensity in real time.” - Jaime Angel, Photographer VSCO Capture brings together 50+ live photo filters, real-time effects, and intuitive controls to shape your vision as it comes to life. Perfect for photography enthusiasts and seasoned pros alike, VSCO Capture is designed for those who want to shoot with intention, emotion, and a distinctly personal aesthetic. FREE CAMERA APP VSCO Capture is made for shooting in the moment. Choose from 50+ live presets inspired by retro, contemporary, and vintage film looks. Apply real-time effects as you shoot, and easily toggle between automatic and manual settings. You can even shoot in RAW for more flexibility when editing later in the VSCO app. LIVE CAMERA FILTERS Shoot with over 50 preset filters that let you define your style before you press the shutter. From analog classics and black-and-white to retro film and photographer-inspired looks, each preset is designed to help you see and customize your aesthetic in the moment — no editing required. REAL-TIME PHOTO EFFECTS Shape light as you shoot. Add live Bloom and Halation photo effects to soften highlights, lift glow, and bring a cinematic, film-inspired character to your photos. Dial in intensity, size, and range in real time, so what you see on screen is exactly what you capture. VIDEO WITH LIVE PRESETS Shoot video in your style. Apply your favorite VSCO presets in real time to capture motion with the same look you trust for photos. With 50+ iconic presets, create a consistent aesthetic, frame by frame. LIVE FILM GRAIN Add analog texture in the moment. Apply live, film-inspired Grain to bring depth, character, and a tactile feel to your photos. Customize strength, size, and color as you shoot for an authentic aesthetic that looks and feels like the real thing. EASY MANUAL CONTROLS Dial in your look with intuitive manual controls. Toggle flash modes, adjust exposure, ISO, and white balance, and change your shutter speed with a UI that’s made for in-the-moment shooting. Easily capture long exposures with blur or recreate the look of a disposable camera with a pop of flash. Whether you're going full manual or letting auto do the work, you control your unique aesthetic. EDIT SEAMLESSLY Shoot first, edit later. Sync your photos seamlessly with the VSCO photo and video editor where you can fine tune photos with our full suite powerful tools and 200+ presets. Access all the latest features and support every step of your process with VSCO Pro Membership.
FrameDrop
Transfer photos directly from your USB camera or memory card to your iPhone or iPad. Browse, select, and import original RAW and JPEG files into Apple Photos or the Files app. This app works offline and keeps your original files safe.
- Direct USB camera import
- Memory card reader import
- Preview photos before importing
- Import RAW and JPEG files
- Save to Apple Photos
- Save to Files app
- Offline functionality
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Your camera photos, right where you want them. Connect a compatible USB camera or memory card reader, browse your shoot, and choose exactly what to import. FrameDrop brings the original RAW and JPEG files directly into Apple Photos or a folder in Files. A FOCUSED IMPORT WORKFLOW • Preview your photos before importing • Select individual images or an entire day’s shoot • Import RAW, JPEG, or both • Save to Apple Photos or Files • Follow transfer progress at a glance • Keep the originals safely on your camera or memory card FrameDrop works offline, requires no account, and never deletes anything from your camera or memory card. Simple, direct, and made for photographers. COMPATIBILITY Works with compatible USB cameras and memory card readers supported by iPhone, iPad, or Mac. Some setups may require an adapter, a data-capable cable, or a powered USB hub.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: VSCO Capture at 67% against FrameDrop's 0%. VSCO Capture also leads on price (Free vs $2.99) and rating (4.4 vs 1.0). On update cadence, 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
VSCO Capture is free to download; FrameDrop costs $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
VSCO Capture holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: VSCO Capture has 222 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of VSCO Capture's written reviews are positive against 0% of FrameDrop's.
VSCO Capture ships an update every 11 days, FrameDrop every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | VSCO Capture | FrameDrop |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $2.99 |
| Rating | 4.4 (222 ratings) — better | 1.0 (1 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 67.2% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 222 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 11 days | Every 9 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 95 MB | 20 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Visual Supply Company | Peter Olofsson |
Customer experience
VSCO Capture
FrameDrop
Bugs and requests
VSCO Capture
Reported bugs
2 issues- Can't switch to 5x lens on iPhone 16 Pro Max
- Can't select a lens after tapping the lens option button
Requested features
3 requests- Add grain, adjust/lock ISO, and adjust/lock white balance
- Multiple exposures, slow shutter/light trails, and video
- Consolidated with the main VSCO app
FrameDrop
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
VSCO Capture
No in-app purchases
FrameDrop
No in-app purchases









