Comparison

Camera by Xi vs ReciproMeter

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

Head to head
About

Camera by Xi

Features
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Clean, Nice, Retro Camera App

About

ReciproMeter

This app assists film photographers with accurate long-exposure calculations. It uses your device's camera to read exposure data, then provides shutter speed recommendations with reciprocity correction based on film stock and aperture. It offers official manufacturer data, community guidance, and experimental estimates.

Highlights
  • Live camera metering
  • Reciprocity correction
  • Built-in film library
  • Community-sourced data
  • Bulb timer
  • Exposure lock
Features
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ReciproMeter is a free light meter for film photographers who need dependable long-exposure calculations. Use your iPhone camera to read exposure metadata, select your film stock and aperture, and get an immediate shutter recommendation. When exposure times run long, ReciproMeter applies reciprocity correction using official manufacturer data whenever available. For films where official datasheets stop short, ReciproMeter keeps the distinction clear: • Official manufacturer reciprocity data • Optional community-sourced long-exposure guidance • Optional experimental estimates, clearly labeled as lower confidence Features: • Live camera preview, visible by default, with an optional full-screen exposure view • Guided camera calibration with Match a Trusted Meter, steadier readings, and low-light guidance • Remembered manual EV and external meter input with reference aperture and ISO • Exposure lock for holding a reading while composing • Neutral-density compensation, then reciprocity on the longer time • One-stop exposure bracket that follows the film's reciprocity curve • Favorite films and a built-in library with correction charts and source links • Saved film, aperture, ND, and EI presets • Exposure notes with frame numbers, development results, and protection for unsaved changes • Community and experimental long-exposure tiers as separate opt-ins • Metering ISO / EI override for push-pull workflows • Bulb timer with preparation delays, optional audible cues, and a Lock Screen countdown • Dark mode, light mode, or system appearance Privacy: ReciproMeter does not take or store photos. It only reads camera exposure metadata needed to estimate ambient light. An App Open ad may appear over the loading screen at launch, or on a return to Films, Notes, or Settings after you have been away for at least a minute, at most three times a day. Active metering, timers, note editing, and purchases are protected. The first three launches are ad-free. Startup never waits for an ad after the main screen is ready. The loading screen shows the Remove Ads Forever price when available. Remove Ads Forever is an optional one-time in-app purchase. It removes all advertising with no subscription or expiration. Purchase or restore it in Settings. Advertising privacy choices remain available from Settings where required.

Screenshots

Camera by Xi3 screens
ReciproMeter4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: ReciproMeter at Free against Camera by Xi's $0.99. ReciproMeter also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 3 months). Camera by Xi's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

ReciproMeter is free to download; Camera by Xi costs $0.99 up front. ReciproMeter sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Camera by Xi asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Camera by Xi ships an update every 3 months, ReciproMeter fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Camera by Xi versus ReciproMeter: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCamera by XiReciproMeter
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating—3.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS18.618.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB13 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer鉴 郗Paul Frederiksen

In-app purchases

None

Camera by Xi

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

ReciproMeter

One-time1
  • Remove Ads Forever$4.99

Questions

Is Camera by Xi free?
Camera by Xi costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is ReciproMeter free?
ReciproMeter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Camera by Xi or ReciproMeter have ads?
Neither Camera by Xi nor ReciproMeter shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Camera by Xi or ReciproMeter?
Camera by Xi ships an update every 3 months, and ReciproMeter fortnightly. Most recently, Camera by Xi was updated on October 25, 2026 and ReciproMeter on October 25, 2026.

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