Comparison

16 vs SoloCam

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

Head to head
About

16

Capture photos and videos with a distinct retro pixel aesthetic. Apply the effect live or to existing media, with adjustable pixel size. Save your creations directly to your device's photo library.

Highlights
  • Live pixel camera preview
  • Record pixel-style videos
  • Pixelize existing photos
  • Adjustable pixel size
  • Save to Photos library
Features
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16-Bit Camera lets you capture photos and record videos with a clean, retro pixel look. Use the live camera to see the pixel effect in real time, or choose a photo and adjust the pixel size for a classic 16-bit style. Photos and videos can be saved directly to your Photos library. Features • Live pixel camera preview • Record pixel-style videos • Pixelize existing photos • Adjustable pixel size • Save photos and videos to Photos No accounts, no ads, and no data collection.

About

SoloCam

Capture photos and videos hands-free using advanced AI gesture controls. Easily trigger the camera, switch lenses, and select professional framerates for stunning HD and 4K quality. Ideal for group shots, solo portraits, and steady video recording without touching your device.

Highlights
  • Gesture-controlled camera activation
  • HD and 4K video recording
  • Adjustable professional framerates
  • Multi-lens support (Ultra Wide, Wide, Telephoto)
  • Intuitive minimalist interface
Features
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Welcome to SoloCam: Gesture Camera, the ultimate hands-free photography and videography experience. Powered by advanced AI, SoloCam lets you control your camera entirely with hand gestures, making it easier than ever to capture group shots, solo portraits, and steady videos without needing to touch your device or set a timer manually. Key Features: - Gesture-Controlled Capture: Simply hold an 'Open Palm' to trigger the camera countdown. Perfect for stepping back and getting everyone in the frame. Change your mind? Use the same gesture to cancel the timer. - High-Quality Capture: Support for stunning HD (1080p) and ultra-crisp 4K (UHD) resolutions. - Professional Framerates: Choose between cinematic 24 fps, smooth 30 fps, crisp 60 fps, or action-ready 120 fps depending on your device. - Multi-Lens Support: Seamlessly switch between Ultra Wide, Wide, and Telephoto lenses to get the exact framing you need for any environment. - Intuitive Interface: A premium, minimalist design that gets out of your way and lets you focus on capturing the moment. Whether you are a content creator, a solo traveler, or just want to take better group photos, SoloCam gives you the freedom to step away from the screen and shoot like a pro. SoloCam Terms of Service: https://bold-abacus-f70.notion.site/SoloCam-Terms-of-Service-360da34ec7c7801c973bf17c15df1285 Apple Terms of Sale: https://www.apple.com/legal/ internet-services/itunes/us/terms.html

Screenshots

164 screens
SoloCam3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: 16 at none against SoloCam's 3. SoloCam's advantage is iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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. SoloCam sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. 16 asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for 16 against 5.0 for SoloCam. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 2 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
16 versus SoloCam: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter16SoloCam
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings12 — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB34 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOrlando Rodriguesjay chen

In-app purchases

None

16

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

SoloCam

Subscriptions2
  • Solocam Premium$5.991 Month
  • Solocam Premium$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • SoloCam Lifetime$29.99

Questions

Is 16 free?
16 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SoloCam free?
SoloCam is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, 16 or SoloCam?
16 and SoloCam are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 2 ratings respectively.
Do 16 or SoloCam have ads?
Neither 16 nor SoloCam shows ads.

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