Comparison

SparkleSnap vs Starburst Camera

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

Head to head
About

SparkleSnap

Features
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【SparkleSnap】 is a photo editing tool that brings cinematic sparkle and refraction effects to your images, turning everyday photos into eye-catching creations in seconds. **Sparkle Effects Library** Choose from six distinct sparkle filters — Natural, Stardust, Prism, Halo, Bokeh, and Aura — to give your photos a dreamy, luminous look that stands out on social media. **Fine-Tune Every Detail** Adjust intensity, density, color shift, and temperature with intuitive sliders. Combine different sparkle types like Classic, Starburst, Soft Light, and Crystal for a look that's uniquely yours. **Flexible Export Options** Save your work in Original, 1080p, or 4K Ultra HD resolution with JPEG, PNG, or HEIC format support. Built-in platform tips help you pick the right settings for WeChat, Xiaohongshu, and other social apps. **Drafts & Presets** Automatically save editing history as drafts for easy re-editing. Save your favorite filter settings as presets and apply them to new photos instantly. **Camera & Import** Capture photos directly within the app or import from your photo library. A real-time camera preview with grid overlay and zoom controls helps you frame the perfect shot. Add sparkle to your photos and share your vision — download SparkleSnap now. Subscription Pricing and Terms $4.99/week* $39.99/year* *Prices shown are in US dollars; actual charges may be converted to your local currency based on your country or region. Payment will be charged to your iTunes account upon confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period, and the renewal cost will be provided. Subscriptions can be managed by the user. After purchase, auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings. Cancellation of the current subscription is not allowed during the active subscription period. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication. EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://weylianliu.xyz/liangshanpai/privacy.html

About

Starburst Camera

Features
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Shape the light before you take the shot. Starburst Camera lets you preview the look of a virtual aperture on your iPhone, turning bright points into star-shaped rays while softening the scene around your subject. Choose from four virtual aperture settings: ƒ/1.48, ƒ/1.8, ƒ/2.8 and ƒ/4.0. Control light rays and background blur separately, tap to focus, and use the optional grid to frame your shot. Switch between front and back cameras and choose an available rear lens. After capture, compare the edited image with the original. Keep photos in the app gallery, save a full-resolution HEIC copy to Photos, or share your result. A labeled sample scene lets you explore the controls before allowing camera access. The aperture effect is computational and does not change your iPhone's physical lens. Blur and ray results vary with the scene and camera hardware. Camera access requires a monthly or annual auto-renewing subscription. Apple shows your local price, renewal terms, and trial eligibility before purchase. Restore purchases and manage your subscription in Settings. Privacy Policy: https://soumessias.com/starburst-camera/privacy Terms of Use: https://soumessias.com/starburst-camera/terms Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

SparkleSnap3 screens
Starburst Camera4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: SparkleSnap at 16.0 against Starburst Camera's 18.0. On price, ads, 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. SparkleSnap sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Starburst Camera sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
SparkleSnap versus Starburst Camera: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSparkleSnapStarburst Camera
PriceFreeFree
Update frequency—Monthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS16.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB11 MB
Age rating4++4
DeveloperAURORA PROMISE GLOBAL TRADING LIMITEDLucas Messias Valerio

In-app purchases

2 purchases

SparkleSnap

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly All-Access3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Yearly All-Access$39.991 Year
2 purchases

Starburst Camera

Subscriptions2
  • Starburst Camera Monthly7 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • Starburst Camera Annual7 Days trial$1.991 Year

Questions

Is SparkleSnap free?
SparkleSnap is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Starburst Camera free?
Starburst Camera is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SparkleSnap or Starburst Camera have ads?
Neither SparkleSnap nor Starburst Camera shows ads.

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