Comparison

Once vs Pashatto

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

Head to head
About

Once

Capture and relive event memories with a shared, disposable-style camera. Guests can join instantly via QR code without needing to download the app. Photos are revealed together at a set time, creating a unique group experience.

Highlights
  • QR code guest join
  • Shared event camera
  • Limited shots per guest
  • Delayed photo reveal
  • Private event galleries
  • Host controls
  • Full gallery download
Features
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How Once Works: 1. Create a film for your event and set the rules 2. Share a QR code or link so guests can join in seconds (No download needed for guests) 3. Everyone shoots in the moment with limited shots per person 4. Photos unlock together at the time you choose, ready to relive and save Why Hosts Choose Once: - QR join, no friction: Guests can join with or without the app via App Clip. - Shared camera for the whole group: Centralize every candid and POV in one place. - Limited shots = better photos: Scarcity encourages thoughtful, story-driven captures. - Delayed reveal: Unlock photos at event end or a custom time to keep guests present. - Private by default: You control access, visibility, and downloads. - Host controls: Set shot limits, reveal mode (instant or delayed), and participant caps. - Download everything: Save full galleries to your device or archive them for later. - Beautiful “film” feel: Subtle, tasteful looks that keep skin tones and ambience true. Perfect For: - Weddings and receptions - Bachelor/Bachelorette parties and showers - Birthdays and reunions - Group trips and retreats - Team offsites - School events, clubs, and fundraisers We Care About Your Privacy: Your event gallery is private by default and controlled by the host. We do not sell your data. See our Privacy Policy at once.film/privacy. Support: Questions or feedback? Please feel free to reach out to us at hello@once.film Life happens only Once. Make sure to capture every angle of it.

About

Pashatto

Features
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大切なひとときを、みんなで撮ろう。 Pashattoは、イベントをもっと特別にする招待制フォトアルバムアプリです。 フィルムカメラのような質感で、その場にいた全員の視点から瞬間を残せます。 【こんな場面に最適】 ・結婚式・二次会 ・誕生日パーティー ・忘年会・新年会 ・卒業式・同窓会 ・旅行 【使い方はかんたん3ステップ】 1. ホストがアプリでイベントを作成してQRコードを共有 2. ゲストはQRを読み取り、ニックネームを入力して参加(アプリ不要) 3. 当日に各自がシャッターを切るだけ 決められた枚数を使い切ったら、ホストがアルバムを「現像」。 その瞬間まで、みんなの写真は見えない——フィルムカメラのワクワクを現代に。 【特長】 ・フィルムカメラ風の懐かしい質感 ・参加者全員の視点がひとつのアルバムに ・ゲストはアプリ不要・QRコードとWebブラウザだけで参加可能 ・招待されたメンバーだけがアクセスできる非公開アルバム ・アルバム公開時にプッシュ通知でお知らせ

Screenshots

Once4 screens
Pashatto4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Pashatto at none against Once's shown. Once's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 weeks). 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. Once sells 18 one-off in-app purchases and Pashatto sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Once ships an update every 4 days, Pashatto every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Once versus Pashatto: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOncePashatto
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (696 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews71.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings696 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.415.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size130 MB52 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer10xCompanykenichiro takano

In-app purchases

18 purchases

Once

One-time18
  • Film: 10 participants$1.99
  • Add 10 participants$3.99
  • Film: 25 participants$4.99
Show 15 more
  • Film: 25 participants$6.99
  • 5 Participants (Unlimited Shots)$9.99
  • Unlimited shots upgrade$9.99
  • Add 25 Participants$9.99
  • Film: 50 participants$14.99
  • Film: 50 participants$19.99
  • Add 50 Participants$19.99
  • 50 Participants (Unlimited Shots)$24.99
  • Film: 100 participants$29.99
  • Film: 100 participants$39.99
  • 100 Participants (Unlimited Shots)$39.99
  • Film: 150 participants$49.99
  • 150 Participants (Unlimited Shots)$59.99
  • Film: 200 participants$69.99
  • Film: Unlimited participants$99.99
7 purchases

Pashatto

One-time7
  • 10 Guests$2.99
  • 15 Guests$5.99
  • 20 Guests$6.99
Show 4 more
  • 35 Guests$14.99
  • 50 Guests$29.99
  • 100 Guests$59.99
  • Unlimited Guests$119.99

Questions

Is Once free?
Once is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Pashatto free?
Pashatto is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Once or Pashatto have ads?
Once shows ads; Pashatto does not.
Which is updated more often, Once or Pashatto?
Once ships an update every 4 days, and Pashatto every 3 weeks. Most recently, Once was updated on October 28, 2026 and Pashatto on October 25, 2026.

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