# Security Camera Filter vs Night Vision & Thermal Camera

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Security Camera Filter at none against Night Vision & Thermal Camera's 5. Security Camera Filter also leads on iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). Night Vision & Thermal Camera's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 8 days vs every 2 months). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Night Vision & Thermal Camera sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Security Camera Filter asks for nothing beyond the download.

Security Camera Filter ships an update every 2 months, Night Vision & Thermal Camera every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Security Camera Filter | Night Vision & Thermal Camera |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[4.1 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/night-vision-and-thermal-camera/id6764489617/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **13** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 32 MB | 25 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Ryouhei Azuma](https://appshunter.io/developer/1353297781) | [MOBILE ALCHEMY LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1577973502) |

## What reviewers say

### Security Camera Filter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/security-camera-filter/id6757420603)

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Night Vision & Thermal Camera

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/night-vision-and-thermal-camera/id6764489617)

This app offers advanced camera features, simulating night vision and thermal imaging using real device sensors. Explore creative filters, manual controls, and capture capabilities for unique photo and video experiences.

**Highlights:** Real sensor capabilities (Night Mode, LiDAR, TrueDepth IR, Magnetometer), 19 creative thermal-style filters, Manual camera controls (ISO, shutter, focus), RAW DNG photo capture, Dual camera recording (front and back), On-device person and face detection, Height meter and flashlight controls

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Weekly | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Night Vision · Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Night Vision · Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Night Vision · Lifetime | $29.99 | one-time |
| Night Vision · Lifetime | $49.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Security Camera Filter free?

Security Camera Filter is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Night Vision & Thermal Camera free?

Night Vision & Thermal Camera is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do Security Camera Filter or Night Vision & Thermal Camera have ads?

Security Camera Filter shows ads; Night Vision & Thermal Camera does not.

### Which is updated more often, Security Camera Filter or Night Vision & Thermal Camera?

Security Camera Filter ships an update every 2 months, and Night Vision & Thermal Camera every 8 days. Most recently, Security Camera Filter was updated on October 31, 2026 and Night Vision & Thermal Camera on November 5, 2026.

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