# PlatoCam vs ShadowShot

The clearest difference is rating: PlatoCam at 5.0 against ShadowShot's 1.0. ShadowShot's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.6). On price, ratings volume, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PlatoCam sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. ShadowShot asks for nothing beyond the download.

PlatoCam holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PlatoCam | ShadowShot |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/platocam/id6747470803/reviews)** | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shadowshot/id6760189211/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 1 |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | — |
| Monetization | Freemium | **Free** |
| Size | 212 MB | 23 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [凤泉 吕](https://appshunter.io/developer/1820693522) | [正华 孟](https://appshunter.io/developer/1743703087) |

## What reviewers say

### PlatoCam

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/platocam/id6747470803)

This app simulates classic film photography with a variety of camera styles and effects. It offers features like grain, vignetting, double exposure, and light leaks to achieve a nostalgic look. Users can fine-tune focus, adjust exposure, and import images for further editing.

**Highlights:** Classic film style simulation, Intelligent grain and vignetting, True optical lens simulation, Double exposure blending, Manual focus fine-tuning, Automatic or manual light leaks

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PlatoCam Premium Monthly | $0.99 | per month |
| PlatoCam Premium Annual | $6.99 | per year |
| PlatoCam Premium Lifetime | $9.99 | one-time |


### ShadowShot

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shadowshot/id6760189211)

This camera app allows you to precisely replicate photo compositions by overlaying a reference image onto your live camera preview. Align angles and subject placement with adjustable transparency for consistent shots. Ideal for recreating specific scenes or practicing photography composition.

**Highlights:** Overlay reference images with adjustable transparency, Support for multiple aspect ratios, Smooth zoom and pinch-to-zoom, Tap to focus and exposure, Fast compare, retake, and save workflow

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PlatoCam free?

PlatoCam is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is ShadowShot free?

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

### Which has better reviews, PlatoCam or ShadowShot?

PlatoCam is rated higher. PlatoCam averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while ShadowShot averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do PlatoCam or ShadowShot have ads?

Neither PlatoCam nor ShadowShot shows ads.

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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.*