Comparison

Once vs Remi

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

Remi

Features
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Remi turns any event into a shared disposable camera. Create an event, invite guests with a link or QR code, and everyone captures the night from their own point of view — then it all lands in one shared gallery. No app download required for guests. No scrolling through a thousand camera-roll photos. Just the real, candid moments, together. HOW IT WORKS • Create an event in seconds — name it and set when the camera closes • Share a link or QR code — guests join instantly, no account needed • Everyone shoots — set a photo limit per guest for that true disposable-camera feel • Reveal together — show photos live, or keep them hidden until the event ends for a fun group "photo drop" MADE FOR REAL MOMENTS • Weddings, birthdays, trips, reunions, parties — any gathering • Classic film-style camera filters • Private by design — you decide who sees the photos and when • Host controls to manage guests and the gallery Start free with up to 5 guests. Unlock more guests per event whenever you need them. Capture the moment together. Get Remi.

Screenshots

Once4 screens
Remi4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Remi at none against Once's 18. Remi also leads on ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, 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. Remi asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Once versus Remi: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOnceRemi
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (702 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews71.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings702 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 daysEvery 5 days
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.415.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size144 MB53 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer10xCompanyDAMON HOU IN WONG

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
None

Remi

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Once free?
Once is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Remi free?
Remi is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Once or Remi have ads?
Once shows ads; Remi does not.
Which is updated more often, Once or Remi?
Once ships an update every 5 days, and Remi every 5 days. Most recently, Once was updated on October 30, 2026 and Remi on October 28, 2026.

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