Comparison

Cheddar vs Throwback Camera

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

Head to head
About

Cheddar

Capture authentic, unprocessed photos with a vintage feel. This app disables modern processing like HDR and AI, replicating the natural look of older iPhone cameras. Enjoy a simple interface for pure, true-to-life images.

Highlights
  • Manual photo capture
  • HDR, AI, Deep Fusion disabled
  • Natural image processing
  • Simple and intuitive interface
  • 12 MP photos
Features
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What you see, is what you get. Enjoy the natural old iPhone looking photos from the newest models. No HDR, No AI, No Deep Fusion. New iPhones doesn't support this option by default. No need to use old iPhones for photos anymore! Cheddar lets you take original, unprocessed iPhone photos. Capture pure, natural images that reflect the true scene, just like older iPhones. Features: - Photo capture with HDR, AI, and Deep Fusion fully disabled. - Timer - Naturally looking video

About

Throwback Camera

Features
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Throwback Cam – Capture the Past Relive the golden age of mobile photography with Throwback Cam, the ultimate retro photo experience. Designed to recreate the charm of early 2010s filters and aesthetics, this app lets you snap, edit, and share timeless photos with an authentic vintage feel. Features: Classic camera interface inspired by the early days of mobile photography Dozens of filters modeled after the most popular looks from 2010–2012 Realistic film textures, vignettes, and light leaks for extra authenticity Built-in gallery to store, view, and manage your retro shots Easy photo import so you can give any image a vintage makeover Optional Pro upgrade to unlock premium filters and editing tools Whether you’re chasing nostalgia or discovering the magic of early social photography for the first time, Throwback Cam delivers a true old-school camera experience in your pocket.

Screenshots

Cheddar4 screens
Throwback Camera4 screens

Verdict

The call

Cheddar and Throwback Camera are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters β€” price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them β€” neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Cheddar sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Throwback Camera sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Cheddar versus Throwback Camera: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCheddarThrowback Camera
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews100.0% of reviewsβ€”
Update frequencyWeeklyβ€”
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesβ€”
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS17.116.6 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size5 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPaul KimWhatsGoodApps LLC

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Cheddar

One-time1
  • Cheddar Pro$2.99
1 purchases

Throwback Camera

One-time1
  • Unlock everything$4.99

Questions

Is Cheddar free?
Cheddar is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Throwback Camera free?
Throwback Camera is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Cheddar or Throwback Camera have ads?
Neither Cheddar nor Throwback Camera shows ads.

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