Comparison

PlainCam vs Click. Cam

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

Head to head
About

PlainCam

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PlainCam is a minimal iPhone camera focused on photo capture and output control. It keeps the shooting interface quiet while keeping the essential controls close: viewfinder, shutter, flash, exposure compensation, grid, front/back camera switching, and rear physical lens selection. In Settings, you can choose JPEG, HEIC, and, on supported devices, RAW DNG, RAW + JPEG, or RAW + HEIC output. PlainCam does not require an account, does not upload photos, and does not include ads or social features. Captured photos are saved to the system Photos library. The in-app gallery is only used to browse photos saved by PlainCam. RAW availability depends on the current iPhone and lens hardware. If RAW capture is not reported as available, PlainCam does not present RAW as an output option.

About

Click. Cam

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Capture selfies, videos, and everyday moments more naturally than ever. Shoot Landscape, Hold Naturally No need to rotate your phone to capture landscape photos and videos. Keep the familiar portrait grip while enjoying a wider frame that effortlessly fits scenery, friends, and memorable moments. More Natural Eye Contact With traditional front cameras, the preview area is often positioned far from the lens, causing your gaze to appear slightly off. ClickCam places the viewfinder closer to the camera lens, helping your eyes align more naturally with the lens for more authentic selfies and better eye contact. A Real Camera-Inspired Experience A skeuomorphic camera interface, intuitive dial controls, and a familiar shutter layout bring the feel of a dedicated camera to your phone. Every detail has been carefully crafted to make capturing moments easier and more enjoyable. Front-Facing Fill Light Whether you’re in a cafΓ©, restaurant, or on the street at night, capture brighter and more natural-looking selfies. The front-facing fill light is optimized for self-portraits, helping you look your best even in low-light conditions. Instant Video Recording Start recording with a single tap and capture life’s best moments instantly. From travel memories to daily vlogs, creating videos becomes simple and effortless. Key Features: - Capture landscape photos and videos while holding your phone vertically - Viewfinder positioned closer to the camera lens for more natural eye contact - Front-facing fill light for selfies - Quick video recording mode - Camera-inspired skeuomorphic interface - Clean and intuitive user experience

Screenshots

PlainCam3 screens
Click. Cam4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PlainCam at none against Click. Cam's 1. Click. Cam's advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs every 2 months) and iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

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. Click. Cam sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. PlainCam asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PlainCam ships an update every 2 months, Click. Cam every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences Β· 3 level
PlainCam versus Click. Cam: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPlainCamClick. Cam
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 10 days β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo β€” betterYes
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS26.017.0 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size17 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerε˜‰θ±ͺ ι‚“ε₯θΎ‰ θ°­

In-app purchases

None

PlainCam

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Click. Cam

One-time1
  • Premium Unlock$0.99

Questions

Is PlainCam free?
PlainCam is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Click. Cam free?
Click. Cam is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do PlainCam or Click. Cam have ads?
Neither PlainCam nor Click. Cam shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PlainCam or Click. Cam?
PlainCam ships an update every 2 months, and Click. Cam every 10 days. Most recently, PlainCam was updated on September 21, 2026 and Click. Cam on September 19, 2026.

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