Comparison

Reflara vs Lucent

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

Head to head
About

Reflara

Features
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One take. Two files. In DUAL mode, Reflara captures each shot as BOTH a vertical 9:16 and a horizontal 16:9 — saved as two separate, correctly framed files. The same take works for short-form feeds and for widescreen video — no reshoots, no re-cropping. Shoot once, get both. And Reflara is more than a dual-aspect recorder. It is a fully featured cinematic camera: a live graded viewfinder that shows your look before you press record, complete manual control, slow motion and time-lapse — all on one screen. No account, no sign-up, and nothing you shoot ever leaves your iPhone. THE SIGNATURE — DUAL-ASPECT • One take, both orientations: two files saved automatically • Rotation-aware framing, so each file is composed correctly • On-screen guide band shows both crops while you record • Works for photos too — a vertical and a horizontal frame from one shot LIVE GRADED VIEWFINDER • See your chosen look on the live image before you shoot — what you see is what you get • 7 built-in cinematic looks with an intensity slider, plus the ungraded Original • Import your own .cube LUTs • The look is baked in at export, so files come out ready to post CINEMATIC PRO CONTROLS • Manual ISO, shutter speed and white balance (temperature + tint) • Exposure (EV) slider, tap to focus, AE/AF lock • Focus peaking and zebra stripes for nailing focus and exposure • Level, grid (rule-of-thirds / golden ratio / center), zoom presets + pinch zoom CAPTURE MODES • Video, photo, slow motion, time-lapse and boomerang (forward + reverse) • 1080p at 30/60 fps and cinematic 24 fps — 4K at 30/60 fps with Pro • Slow motion at 120 fps — 240 fps with Pro on supported devices • 12 MP or 48 MP photos in HEIF; ProRAW (DNG) with Pro — 48 MP and ProRAW on supported devices • Multi-segment recording: pause and resume within one clip • Self-timer (3 or 10 s) and a front screen-flash for low light OUTPUT & SHARING • With Pro: watermark-free output and no recording time limit (the free version saves with a Reflara watermark and stops each recording at 90 seconds in total) • Save to your library with add-only permission: Reflara can add your shots, never read your photos • Two files for every dual-aspect shot, shared straight from the share sheet PRIVACY, BY DESIGN • 100% on-device — your videos and photos never leave your iPhone • No account, no email, no feed, no cloud upload • Purchases are verified through the App Store and our subscription verification service FREE & PRO Reflara is free to shoot with: the core camera, single-aspect capture, 2 looks plus Original, and 2 DUAL takes each for photo and video are included. Reflara Pro unlocks dual-aspect capture, the full manual and cinematic controls, 4K and up to 240 fps slow motion, ProRAW capture on supported devices, the complete look pack with .cube LUT import, and watermark-free output. Pro is available as a monthly or annual subscription. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in your Apple Account settings. Privacy Policy: https://reflara.lesmazer.com/privacy-policy/ Terms of Use: https://reflara.lesmazer.com/terms-of-service/ Support: https://reflara.lesmazer.com/

About

Lucent

Features
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Lucent is a manual cinema camera for iPhone and iPad. It pairs a reliable capture core with the controls, live scopes, and looks serious shooters expect, and your photos and videos never leave your device. No account. No tracking. LIVE LOOKS & LUTS • See your grade live in the viewfinder while Lucent records a clean, untouched master • 22 built-in looks across Film, Cinematic, Mono, and Creative styles, including Teal & Orange, Bleach Bypass, Noir, Golden Portrait, and Cool Chrome • Import your own .cube 3D LUTs and switch between them in one tap • Adjustable intensity, before/after comparison, and the look rendered on export when you share MANUAL CONTROL • Real ISO, shutter speed, white balance with tint, manual focus, and exposure compensation • Variable aperture control on supported iPhone models • Tap to focus and expose, long-press to lock, smooth cinematic zoom ramps • 24, 25, 30, 50, and 60 fps, with lens switching across ultra-wide, wide, telephoto, and front cameras • A horizon level that turns gold when your shot is straight LIVE MONITORING • Histogram, luma waveform, zebras, focus peaking, and false color • Real-time dBFS audio meters • Frame lines for 2.39:1, 2:1, 1.85:1, 4:3, 1:1, 4:5, and 9:16 vertical video • Anamorphic desqueeze preview from 1.33x to 2x PRO FORMATS • ProRes, HEVC (10-bit), and H.264 video in 4K up to 60 fps with codec-aware bitrates • Apple Log with Log View Assist: monitor in Rec.709 while you record Log • HDR HLG capture with native 10-bit color • HEIF, RAW (DNG), and Apple ProRAW photos where supported CREATOR TOOLS • A teleprompter that scrolls your script while you record • Slow motion at your iPhone's highest frame rate, and time-lapse from 0.5 to 5 second intervals • One-tap 9:16 export for Reels and TikTok • Apple Watch remote: take photos, start and stop recording, and switch modes from your wrist FASTER ON SET • Save your own camera presets: lens, format, codec, color, look, and manual settings in one tap • Capture with Camera Control or the volume buttons • Open Lucent in photo or video mode from Control Center, the Lock Screen, or Shortcuts • The Lucent Assistant watches clipping, focus, audio, storage, battery, and heat, and suggests fixes as you shoot BUILT-IN MEDIA LIBRARY • App-local library with filters, sorting, and metadata inspection • Import from Files, Quick Look, batch sharing, and Save to Photos • Crash and interruption recovery for finished recordings PRIVATE BY DESIGN • Capture, processing, and your media stay on your device • No account and no analytics SDK. The only network traffic is App Store purchase validation and Apple's privacy-preserving ad attribution LUCENT PRO The free version records up to 1080p at 30 fps with automatic exposure, white balance, and focus, and includes three looks plus Neutral. Lucent Pro unlocks 4K and frame rates above 30 fps, manual controls, every look and LUT import, false color and advanced monitoring, ProRes, RAW, Apple Log, anamorphic desqueeze, saved presets, the teleprompter, slow motion, time-lapse, 9:16 export, the Apple Watch remote, and the full Lucent Assistant. Choose a weekly or monthly subscription, or a one-time lifetime purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in your Apple Account settings. Lucent requires a physical iPhone or iPad camera. Privacy Policy: https://fluff-mice-37a.notion.site/Privacy-Policy-39e94ad0981280ec9756f9a2fdaa04ec?pvs=73 Terms of Use (EULA): https://fluff-mice-37a.notion.site/Terms-of-Use-39e94ad09812808d8c9be72cb11ab7df?pvs=73

Screenshots

Reflara4 screens
Lucent4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Lucent at every 10 days against Reflara's every 3 weeks. Lucent also leads on device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

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

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

Both are free to download. Reflara sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Lucent sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Reflara ships an update every 3 weeks, Lucent every 10 days. Both last shipped on October 28, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences Ā· 4 level
Reflara versus Lucent: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterReflaraLucent
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS18.018.0
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB19 MB
Age rating+44+
DeveloperMert Cem CANLIFirat Onurcan Polat

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Reflara

Subscriptions2
  • Reflara Pro (Monthly)$1.991 Month
  • Reflara Pro (Yearly)$9.991 Year
4 purchases

Lucent

Subscriptions3
  • Lucent Pro Weekly7 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Lucent Pro Monthly1 Month trial$9.991 Month
  • Lucent Pro Annual7 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lucent Pro Lifetime$79.99

Questions

Is Reflara free?
Reflara is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Lucent free?
Lucent is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Reflara or Lucent have ads?
Neither Reflara nor Lucent shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Reflara or Lucent?
Reflara ships an update every 3 weeks, and Lucent every 10 days. Most recently, Reflara was updated on October 28, 2026 and Lucent on October 28, 2026.

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