# FilmMeter vs FrameAtlas

The clearest difference is update cadence: FilmMeter at every 2 days against FrameAtlas's every 2 weeks. FilmMeter also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and ratings volume (64 vs 2). FrameAtlas's advantage is device support (3 vs 1). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. FilmMeter sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and FrameAtlas sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

FrameAtlas holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FilmMeter has 64 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 96% of FilmMeter's written reviews are positive against 100% of FrameAtlas's.

FilmMeter ships an update every 2 days, FrameAtlas every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | FilmMeter | FrameAtlas |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (64 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/filmmeter/id6753060069/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/frameatlas/id6760631361/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **64** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 96.2% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 143 MB | 6 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [宗 侯](https://appshunter.io/developer/1841159038) | [Eric Edwards](https://appshunter.io/developer/1885420966) |

## What reviewers say

### FilmMeter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/filmmeter/id6753060069)

This app transforms your iPhone into a professional light meter for film photography. It offers real-time metering, LiDAR ranging for accurate focus, and comprehensive film roll management. Features include reciprocity calculation, ND filter compensation, and an exposure log to streamline your shooting workflow.

**Highlights:** Real-time light metering, LiDAR ranging and depth of field, Film roll and camera management, Reciprocity and ND filter compensation, Long exposure timer, Exposure logging

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Buy me a coffee | $0.99 | one-time |
| Buy me lunch | $2.99 | one-time |
| 请我吃块蛋糕 | $9.99 | one-time |
| 赞助开发 | $19.99 | one-time |


### FrameAtlas

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/frameatlas/id6760631361)

This app logs crucial data like GPS, time, lens, and ISO for each photo taken with a film camera. It helps you add metadata to your scanned images, making digital archiving easier and more informative. Log directly from your wrist using an Apple Watch.

**Highlights:** GPS and timestamp logging, Lens, ISO, and exposure tracking, Per-frame notes, Shot Map visualization, Film Bag archive, Barcode scanner, Gear Memory, Apple Watch logging

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| FrameAtlas Pro | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FilmMeter free?

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

### Is FrameAtlas free?

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

### Which has better reviews, FilmMeter or FrameAtlas?

FrameAtlas is rated higher. FilmMeter averages 4.8 out of 5 from 64 ratings, while FrameAtlas averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do FilmMeter or FrameAtlas have ads?

Neither FilmMeter nor FrameAtlas shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, FilmMeter or FrameAtlas?

FilmMeter ships an update every 2 days, and FrameAtlas every 2 weeks. Most recently, FilmMeter was updated on October 25, 2026 and FrameAtlas on October 12, 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.*