Comparison

EchoSnap vs ReTake

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

Head to head
About

EchoSnap

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That’s it. No clutter. No steps. Just one seamless screen.

About

ReTake

Features
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Relive that special moment, right here, right now. ReTake is a unique camera app that lets you blend the past with the present. Overlay your favorite old photos onto your current camera view and capture the beautiful passage of time in a single, emotional shot.
That park you played in as a kid, that unforgettable vacation view, that nostalgic street corner...
Let's revisit them and see what has changed. 【Key Features】 ◆ Time-Traveling Overlay Camera
Choose a photo from your library, and it will appear as a semi-transparent layer on your camera screen. This makes it easy to perfectly align your shot with the past to capture the now. You can even adjust the overlay's transparency with a simple slider. ◆ Rediscover Memories with the "Discover" Tab
Don't know which photo to retake? Let the app help! The Discover tab automatically suggests nostalgic photos from your library that are perfect for a retake, based on themes like "On This Day" and "Memories Nearby." You might just stumble upon a forgotten treasure. ◆ Interactive Comparison View
Once you've captured your shot, you can closely compare the "then" and "now." View them side-by-side, or use the slider to seamlessly fade between the two layered images. It's a magical way to feel the flow of time right at your fingertips. ◆ Get the Perfect Shot with Powerful Camera Features
Not happy with your first try? No problem. You can preview your photo after taking it and retake it as many times as you need. With pinch-to-zoom and front/back camera switching, you have the tools to create your masterpiece. ◆ Your Personal Time-Travel Album
Your creations are beautifully saved within the app, allowing you to build a personal collection of your journeys through time. Download ReTake today and start your own time-traveling adventure.

Screenshots

EchoSnap4 screens
ReTake2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: EchoSnap at none against ReTake's shown. ReTake's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 4 months). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

EchoSnap ships an update every 4 months, ReTake every 3 days. Both last shipped on November 8, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
EchoSnap versus ReTake: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEchoSnapReTake
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 3 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS17.6 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYuang ChenInfinity Inc. (Apps)

In-app purchases

None

EchoSnap

No in-app purchases

None

ReTake

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is EchoSnap free?
EchoSnap is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ReTake free?
ReTake is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do EchoSnap or ReTake have ads?
ReTake shows ads; EchoSnap does not.
Which is updated more often, EchoSnap or ReTake?
EchoSnap ships an update every 4 months, and ReTake every 3 days. Most recently, EchoSnap was updated on November 8, 2026 and ReTake on November 8, 2026.

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