Comparison

DistractCam vs C (shutter) Camera

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

Head to head
About

DistractCam

Features
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DistractCam helps you take natural photos of kids and pets by keeping them engaged and looking toward the camera. Show them something fun on screen, and the front camera automatically takes photos at timed intervals. A prominent "REC" indicator stays on screen throughout every session. HOW IT WORKS Show your child or pet an engaging photo or video on the phone screen. While they enjoy watching, DistractCam keeps them looking toward the camera and automatically captures photos. No forced posing needed — just happy, natural expressions. 1. Choose a photo or video from your library to show on screen 2. Set how many photos and how often 3. Tap Start and show them the screen — a recording indicator confirms the camera is active 4. Review your photos in History when the session ends All photos are saved to a DistractCam album in your Photo Library. FEATURES • Automatic photo capture at custom intervals (1-30 seconds) • Adjustable photo count (1-30 photos per session) • Use any photo or video from your library as on-screen content • Full-screen display with prominent "REC" recording indicator • Session history to review your captures • Works in portrait and landscape • Starter photo included — works right out of the box DISTRACTCAM PRO (One-Time Purchase) Unlock the full toolkit with a single purchase — no subscription: • Video recording — capture continuous video instead of photos • Flexible duration — record for a set time or until you stop • Burst mode — take rapid shots at each interval • Sound effects — play attention-grabbing sounds • Voice prompts — record and play custom voice prompts • Animation overlay — add sparkles, bubbles, or stars on screen • Slow motion — record at 120fps PRIVACY FIRST DistractCam works entirely on your device. No accounts, no cloud uploads, no analytics, no tracking. Your family photos stay on your phone. PERFECT FOR • Parents who want natural, relaxed photos of their kids • Pet owners trying to keep pets looking at the camera • Anyone who wants great photos without forced posing

About

C (shutter) Camera

Features
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C (shutter) Camera - Capture with your favorite sounds. C (shutter) Camera is a high-quality camera app that lets you customize the shutter sound to match your style. Capture every moment with professional-grade 4K 60fps Dolby Vision video and precision controls. Features: Custom Shutter Sound: Use internal presets or upload your own audio files to personalize your capture experience. (Free version is limited to 5 captures with custom sounds. Upgrade to Pro for unlimited access.) 4K HDR Video: Record memories in stunning detail with Dolby Vision support. Pro Controls: Manual focus, exposure adjustments, and smooth zoom for the perfect shot. 【Notes】 4K and HDR video recording requires compatible hardware (iPhone 14 Pro or later). Please respect privacy and use this app responsibly.

Screenshots

DistractCam4 screens
C (shutter) Camera4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: DistractCam at 16.0 against C (shutter) Camera's 18.6. 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. DistractCam sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and C (shutter) Camera sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
DistractCam versus C (shutter) Camera: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDistractCamC (shutter) Camera
PriceFreeFree
Update frequency—Every 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOLAV KOLBUSatomi Nakaoka

In-app purchases

1 purchases

DistractCam

One-time1
  • DistractCam Pro$2.99
1 purchases

C (shutter) Camera

One-time1
  • Pro Upgrade$0.99

Questions

Is DistractCam free?
DistractCam is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is C (shutter) Camera free?
C (shutter) Camera is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do DistractCam or C (shutter) Camera have ads?
Neither DistractCam nor C (shutter) Camera shows ads.

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