Comparison

Nano Lens vs Low

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

Head to head
About

Nano Lens

This camera app significantly reduces photo file sizes by using efficient HEIC compression. It offers a familiar interface for easy use, allowing you to capture more images without consuming excessive storage space on your device.

Highlights
  • Save photos at 1/10 file size
  • Efficient HEIC compression
  • Familiar camera controls
  • No setup required
  • Saves directly to Photos app
Features
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Shoot photos at 1/10 size. Nano Lens is a lightweight camera app that saves photos at approximately one-tenth the usual file size, helping you preserve storage space on your iPhone. By using efficient HEIC compression, Nano Lens lets you take everyday photos without worrying about storage. The camera interface is designed to feel familiar and intuitive, similar to the built-in iPhone camera, so you can start shooting immediately. Key Features * Save photos at approximately 1/10 the file size * Efficient HEIC compression for smaller files * Familiar, easy-to-use camera controls * No setup required — just open and shoot * Photos are saved directly to the iOS Photos app Nano Lens is perfect for everyday use, travel, notes, and moments where you want to take lots of photos without filling up your storage.

About

Low

Features
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Low-Res Camera is a simple camera app designed to help you capture photos and videos in a lighter way. Just choose from 5 quality levels to reduce file size and save storage space. “Photos are taking up too much storage.” “Files are too large to send by email or chat.” “I don’t want to use up my cloud storage.” Low-Res Camera is built for people who want to keep things light. ■ 5 Levels of Quality and Size Choose from Normal, Light, Saver, Ultra Light, and Minimum. The app adjusts both resolution and JPEG compression at the same time, saving your photos at the right file size for your needs. ■ Lightweight Photos and Videos In video mode, the resolution changes based on the quality level you choose. Capture videos in a size that works well for records, sharing, and everyday use. ■ Easy-to-Use Camera Features ・4:3, 9:16, and 1:1 aspect ratios ・3-second and 10-second self-timer ・Flash: Auto / On / Off ・Rule-of-thirds grid ・Pinch zoom and zoom presets such as .5×, 1×, and 2× ・Tap to focus ・Switch between front and rear cameras ■ Simple Design A clean, single-screen layout that is easy to use without hesitation. After taking a photo, open it right away from the thumbnail in the bottom-left corner. Save your memories smartly and lightly without worrying about storage space. Try Low-Res Camera today.

Screenshots

Nano Lens3 screens
Low2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Nano Lens at 18.0 against Low's 26.5. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Nano Lens versus Low: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNano LensLow
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.0 — better26.5
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTsuneki KamuraYuta Nishimatsu

In-app purchases

None

Nano Lens

No in-app purchases

None

Low

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Nano Lens free?
Nano Lens is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Low free?
Low is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Nano Lens or Low have ads?
Neither Nano Lens nor Low shows ads.

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