DistractCam vs TimerShot
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
DistractCam
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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 โ 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 โ 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 โข Automatic photo capture at custom intervals (1-30 seconds) โข Adjustable photo count (1-30 photos per session) โข Use any photo or video from your library as on-screen content โข Full-screen display with prominent "REC" recording indicator โข Session history to review your captures โข Works in portrait and landscape โข Starter photo included โ works right out of the box DISTRACTCAM PRO (One-Time Purchase) Unlock the full toolkit with a single purchase โ no subscription: โข Video recording โ capture continuous video instead of photos โข Flexible duration โ record for a set time or until you stop โข Burst mode โ take rapid shots at each interval โข Sound effects โ play attention-grabbing sounds โข Voice prompts โ record and play custom voice prompts โข Animation overlay โ add sparkles, bubbles, or stars on screen โข Slow motion โ 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 โข Parents who want natural, relaxed photos of their kids โข Pet owners trying to keep pets looking at the camera โข Anyone who wants great photos without forced posing
TimerShot
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TimerShot is an interval camera that automatically takes photos at set intervals. No need to press the shutter repeatedly, so you'll never miss natural expressions or the perfect moment. Perfect for selfies, group photos, stop motion animation, arts and crafts, DIY projects, Vlogs, and photographing pets or children. Your photos can also be saved as a video, making it easy to share your creative process, favorite memories, or highlights on social media. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: DistractCam at none against TimerShot's shown. DistractCam also leads on iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.6). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. DistractCam sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and TimerShot sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.49 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | DistractCam | TimerShot |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | โ | Every 4 days |
| Ads | No โ better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 โ better | 18.6 |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 7 MB | 15 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | OLAV KOLBU | Akane Choji |
In-app purchases
DistractCam
- DistractCam Pro$2.99
TimerShot
- TimerShot Pro - Weekly$0.497 Days
- TimerShot Pro - Monthly$1.991 Month
- TimerShot Pro - Lifetime$11.99









