# VSCO Capture vs FrameDrop

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.

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 224 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. Both last shipped on October 22, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | VSCO Capture | FrameDrop |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $2.99 |
| Rating | **[4.4 (224 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vsco-capture-preset-camera/id6741483219/reviews)** | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/framedrop-camera-import/id6807544632/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **224** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | **67.2% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 11 days | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Paid |
| Size | 95 MB | 23 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.6** | 26.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Visual Supply Company](https://appshunter.io/developer/513526768) | [Peter Olofsson](https://appshunter.io/developer/1878414150) |

## What reviewers say

### VSCO Capture

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vsco-capture-preset-camera/id6741483219)

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.

**Highlights:** 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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Beautiful and Fun
- 🚀 Cool looks, easy to use
- 🚀 Super slick, great features
- 🚀 Love it!!!
- 🚀 Fuji-style experience on iOS!

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Black Box when adjusting the preset
- 🐛 Love it, but needs some bug fixing
- 🔒 Can't export full quality

**Reported bugs**

- Can't switch to 5x lens on iPhone 16 Pro Max
- Can't select a lens after tapping the lens option button

**Requested features**

- 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

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/framedrop-camera-import/id6807544632)

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.

**Highlights:** 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

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is VSCO Capture free?

VSCO Capture is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is FrameDrop free?

FrameDrop costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, VSCO Capture or FrameDrop?

VSCO Capture is rated higher. VSCO Capture averages 4.4 out of 5 from 224 ratings, while FrameDrop averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do VSCO Capture or FrameDrop have ads?

Neither VSCO Capture nor FrameDrop shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, VSCO Capture or FrameDrop?

VSCO Capture ships an update every 11 days, and FrameDrop every 9 days. Most recently, VSCO Capture was updated on October 22, 2026 and FrameDrop on October 22, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*