Comparison

Frame Scout vs Location Scouter Pro

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

Head to head
About

Frame Scout

This app assists photographers in planning shoots by providing crucial location details like light, access, and timing. It helps users scout locations with information on golden hour, sunrise/sunset, permits, and crowd conditions, enabling confident preparation for shoots.

Highlights
  • Location scouting for photographers
  • Golden hour and sun/moon timing
  • Access and permit information
  • Crowd and cell signal awareness
  • Save spots and add notes
  • Organize shoot ideas
Features
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Find photo locations and plan the whole shoot with Frame Scout. Explore photography locations on a map, save favorites, and check sunrise, sunset, golden hour, blue hour, sun direction, and available weather information before you head out. Build a shoot plan with reference photos, a shot list, gear checklist, notes, and a schedule. Compare locations side by side or arrange multiple stops into a day plan with estimated drive times and light windows. Save a scout pack with location details and selected planning materials for use in the field. Live forecasts and route calculations require an internet connection. Discover photography conventions, workshops, shows, and photo walks across the United States in Photo Events. Browse the nationwide list or search for a city or event, then open the organizer’s source for current details. Frame Scout provides three days of premium app access from first launch. This access period is separate from a subscription. After it ends, Scouting, Assistant, and the Sun/Moon Tracker Overlay require an active subscription. Monthly and yearly subscriptions are billed through your Apple Account at the price shown before purchase and renew automatically until canceled in your Apple Account settings. Terms of Use: https://www.deepfocusphotos.com/eula Privacy Policy: https://www.deepfocusphotos.com/privacy-policy

About

Location Scouter Pro

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Location Scouter Pro is a professional-grade software application designed to streamline the "invisible" work that defines a successful production. For creators tired of digging through disorganized camera rolls, this app provides a centralized hub to keep photos, sun angles, and shot notes together in one easy-to-use interface. AR SUN PLANNING The sun waits for no one, and Location Scouter Pro ensures that professionals know exactly where it will be before call time. Live AR Overlays: Users can hold up their devices to see the sun arc in real space using an augmented reality overlay and adjust for the sun path in the future. Interactive Mapping: The app allows users to drag a pin anywhere in the world to calculate precise sunrise, sunset, and golden hour times for any future date. Environmental Context: Professionals can view satellite maps to understand how terrain or architecture will impact their lighting plan. COMMUNICATE THE VISION WITH PREVIZ Location Scouter Pro allows users to do more than just take a photo; it enables them to create a production plan. Annotation Toolkit: The PreViz feature allows for the drag-and-drop of icons for talent, lighting, and equipment directly onto scouted shots. Fast Iteration: Users can rotate and resize annotations to communicate complex blocking and lighting setups to their crew instantly. PROFFESIONAL GRADE ORGANIZATION Designed for the rigors of commercial film and photo production, the app keeps every project categorized and accessible. Job Management: Users can organize every scouting shot by Job, Shoot Day, and Location, preventing the need to scroll through personal photo galleries. Metadata Extraction: When importing photos from a camera roll, the app automatically extracts GPS and heading data to see exactly where the camera was standing. Branded Client Reports & Approvals Location Scouter Pro helps professionals show the world the "Pro" they really are by simplifying the feedback loop. - 1-Tap Export: Users can instantly create a branded PDF scouting report or a shareable web page for each job. - Direct Feedback: Clients can approve or reject individual shots via a shared link, eliminating hours of back-and-forth emails. Data and Privacy Commitment In compliance with the Apple Developer Program, Location Scouter Pro is transparent about data collection. - Permissions: The app requires access to the camera and location services solely to provide the AR sun paths and scouting features. - User Consent: The app notifies and obtains consent from users before location data is collected or transmitted. - Accuracy Disclaimer: While the app provides precise sun angles, all location data is intended for planning purposes. Apple and the developer do not guarantee the absolute accuracy or reliability of location data provided by the software. Stop showing up to locations you haven't properly scouted. Download Location Scouter Pro and start creating a plan that protects your production. Privacy Policy is available at: https://studioremedy.com/privacy Terms of Service is available at : https://studioremedy.com/terms

Screenshots

Frame Scout4 screens
Location Scouter Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Frame Scout at none against Location Scouter Pro's shown. On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support 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. Frame Scout sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Location Scouter Pro sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Frame Scout ships an update monthly, Location Scouter Pro every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Frame Scout versus Location Scouter Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFrame ScoutLocation Scouter Pro
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.617.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size28 MB58 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOmer KhanLincoln Barbour Photo, LLC

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Frame Scout

Subscriptions2
  • IOS_scout.pro_monthly_499_$4.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription$49.991 Year
2 purchases

Location Scouter Pro

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Monthly7 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • Pro Yearly7 Days trial$39.991 Year

Questions

Is Frame Scout free?
Frame Scout is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Location Scouter Pro free?
Location Scouter Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Frame Scout or Location Scouter Pro have ads?
Location Scouter Pro shows ads; Frame Scout does not.
Which is updated more often, Frame Scout or Location Scouter Pro?
Frame Scout ships an update monthly, and Location Scouter Pro every 2 weeks. Most recently, Frame Scout was updated on October 21, 2026 and Location Scouter Pro on October 16, 2026.

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