# Once vs Recap

The clearest difference is rating: Once at 4.8 against Recap's 3.7. Once also leads on ratings volume (714 vs 3) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Once sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Recap sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Once holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Once has 714 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Once ships an update every 5 days, Recap every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Once | Recap |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (714 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/once-disposable-camera-event/id6754265953/reviews)** | [3.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/recap-disposable-event-camera/id6781133424/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **714** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 70.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 144 MB | 48 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.4** | 26.2 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [10xCompany](https://appshunter.io/developer/1847543741) | [Megogigo LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1551026715) |

## What reviewers say

### Once

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/once-disposable-camera-event/id6754265953)

This app allows hosts to create a shared digital "film" for events, enabling guests to capture moments with limited shots. Photos are revealed collectively at a set time, preserving memories and encouraging thoughtful photography.

**Highlights:** Create shared event "films", Guest access via QR code or link, Limited shots per participant, Delayed photo reveal, Host controls for rules and access, Downloadable photo galleries, Authentic "film" aesthetic

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Film: 10 participants | $1.99 | one-time |
| Add 10 participants | $3.99 | one-time |
| Film: 25 participants | $4.99 | one-time |
| Add 25 Participants | $9.99 | one-time |
| Film: 50 participants | $14.99 | one-time |
| Add 50 Participants | $19.99 | one-time |
| 50 Participants (Unlimited Shots) | $24.99 | one-time |
| Film: 100 participants | $29.99 | one-time |
| 100 Participants (Unlimited Shots) | $39.99 | one-time |
| Film: 150 participants | $49.99 | one-time |


### Recap

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/recap-disposable-event-camera/id6781133424)

Capture and share memories from events with a unique disposable camera experience. Guests have limited shots to intentionally document moments, with photos revealed collectively in a shared album.

**Highlights:** Shared disposable camera experience, Limited photo shots per guest, Create and personalize events, Invite guests via QR code or link, Instant or delayed photo reveal, Camera roll uploads, Save and share individual photos

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Event: 25 participants | $4.99 | one-time |
| Event: 50 participants | $14.99 | one-time |
| Event: Unlimited | $49.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Once free?

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

### Is Recap free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Once or Recap?

Once is rated higher. Once averages 4.8 out of 5 from 714 ratings, while Recap averages 3.7 from 3 ratings.

### Do Once or Recap have ads?

Both Once and Recap show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Once or Recap?

Once ships an update every 5 days, and Recap every 3 weeks. Most recently, Once was updated on November 6, 2026 and Recap on November 5, 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.*