Comparison

RetroTime vs CCD Diary

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

Head to head
About

RetroTime

Features
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**Bring the nostalgia of the 1990s back to your pocket.** RetroTime is not just a filter app; it’s a time machine. We stripped away the complicated settings of modern digital cameras to bring you the raw, authentic experience of a disposable film camera. In a world of high-definition perfection, RetroTime brings back the "perfect imperfections"β€”the light leaks, the grain, and the classic orange date stamp that proves you were there. **【 Why You'll Love RetroTime 】** Β **20+ Classic Film Filters**Β From the moody "Noir" black & white to the warm, nostalgic "Instant" and "Gold" tones. Our filters are inspired by real CCD digital cameras and classic film stocks. Β **Iconic Date Stamp**Β The soul of a retro photo. Automatically add the classic " '98 " date stamp to your photos. You can even customize the date to "time travel" back to the past or change the color to match your vibe. **Real Film Grain & Texture**Β We don't just overlay a picture; we process your photos to add authentic grain and texture, giving them that printed-photo look straight out of a shoebox. Β **Point & Shoot Simplicity**Β No focus peaking. No ISO sliders. Just a beautiful viewfinder and a shutter button. Point, shoot, and let RetroTime handle the development. **【 RetroTime PRO 】** Upgrade to RetroTime PRO to unlock the full creative suite: - Unlock all 20+ Premium Filters (Grainy B&W, Cinema, Cool Film, and more). - Customize the Date Stamp (Change date & colors). - Remove all limitations. Download RetroTime today and start capturing memories, not just pixels.

About

CCD Diary

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Make everyday photos feel like memories from a pocket camera in the 2000s. CCD Diary combines a live retro camera with an easy vintage photo editor inspired by CCD digital color, Korean film, and old-phone texture. SHOOT OR IMPORT Capture with a live filtered preview, switch between cameras, use flash, or import a photo from your library. 12 VINTAGE LOOKS Explore CCD Digital, Korean Film, and Old Phone collections. Start with six free filters, then unlock six more Pro looks. TUNE EVERY DETAIL Adjust brightness, contrast, saturation, and film grain. Add dust, light leaks, film burn, vintage blur, or faded color for a more authentic finish. DATE THE MEMORY Add a classic date or time stamp, choose any corner, and adjust its size. ONE-TAP NOSTALGIA Nostalgia Mix creates a ready-to-share combination of filter, grain, color, texture, and date treatment. SAVE & SHARE Export to Photos or share through your favorite apps. Photo processing happens on your device. No account is required. Some filters, effects, presets, and full-resolution watermark-free export require CCD Diary Pro. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Terms of Use: https://ccddiaryvintagecamera.codemxm.com/terms/ Privacy Policy: https://ccddiaryvintagecamera.codemxm.com/privacy/

Screenshots

RetroTime3 screens
CCD Diary4 screens

Verdict

The call

RetroTime and CCD Diary are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters β€” price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them β€” neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. RetroTime sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and CCD Diary sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
RetroTime versus CCD Diary: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRetroTimeCCD Diary
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyβ€”Every 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad β€” better
Requires iOS17.617.0 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size8 MB18 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerε‰‘η…œ ι™ˆεΎ·ζ˜Ž 杨

In-app purchases

1 purchases

RetroTime

One-time1
  • RetroTime Pro$4.99
3 purchases

CCD Diary

Subscriptions2
  • CCD Diary Pro Monthly$2.991 Month
  • CCD Diary Pro Annual$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • CCD Diary Pro Lifetime$24.99

Questions

Is RetroTime free?
RetroTime is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CCD Diary free?
CCD Diary is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do RetroTime or CCD Diary have ads?
Neither RetroTime nor CCD Diary shows ads.

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