Comparison

CC Filter Camera vs Lighten

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

Head to head
About

CC Filter Camera

Features
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This version includes the following changes: 1. Added a classic DVD shooting mode for a more retro feel 2. Optimized lens transition animations 3. Refactored the shooting flow code for a better user experience.

About

Lighten

Easily prepare photos and videos for sharing or uploading by setting file size, format, and pixel dimensions. Process multiple images in batches, retain original media details, and preview results before saving or sharing.

Highlights
  • Batch photo processing
  • Custom file size and dimensions
  • Retain Live Photo motion and metadata
  • Preview results before saving
  • Save to Photos, Files, or share sheet
  • No daily export limits with Pro
Features
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Prepare photos and videos on your iPhone. Set the size and format you need, check the actual result, then save or share. Normal processing keeps originals unchanged. PREPARE A BATCH, DELIVER TOGETHER Select supported photos, including complete Live Photos. Apply shared requirements and names, with an optional total batch size. Save files separately or export a ZIP. ONE SOURCE, DIFFERENT PLANS Prepare different plans for the same selection, with independent requirements. Compare the results, save the current plan, or explicitly choose Save All. SAVE FIRST, THEN DECIDE ABOUT ORIGINALS For supported still-photo and video originals, save a smaller copy and verify it again before choosing what to delete. Review a batch selection together, then confirm in the system Photos prompt. Live Photo originals are retained, as are originals with unresolved verification or editing data that is not retained. KEEP WHAT MATTERS Supported sources can retain Live Photo motion, HDR, location and capture information. Videos keep their full duration and existing sound. See the effects of a selected format or setting before continuing. Live Photos use their original format and dimensions when retaining motion; still formats create a static copy. PROFESSIONAL FILES, UNCHANGED Recognize supported RAW/DNG and ProRes files and export their complete original resource to Files. This is unchanged-file export, not professional-format transcoding or compression. ONE-TIME PRO, FAMILY SHARING Export 3 photos and 1 video per day for free, with one saved rule. Lighten Pro unlocks batch processing, more saved rules and no daily export count limit. Eligible family members can share Pro through Apple Family Sharing; their photos and tasks stay separate. No subscription, advertising or app account. Processing stays on your device; Lighten does not upload your media. iOS may retrieve originals from iCloud or a file provider. Apple handles purchases and shared access. Actual size, dimensions and applicable preservation requirements are checked before a result is ready.

Screenshots

CC Filter Camera4 screens
Lighten4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CC Filter Camera at none against Lighten's 1. Lighten's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 6 weeks). On price, 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

Both are free to download. Lighten sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. CC Filter Camera asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CC Filter Camera ships an update every 6 weeks, Lighten every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
CC Filter Camera versus Lighten: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCC Filter CameraLighten
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size107 MB17 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer庆宇 孟Hangzhou Jianlan Zhiwei Technology Co., Ltd

In-app purchases

None

CC Filter Camera

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Lighten

One-time1
  • Lighten Pro$6.99

Questions

Is CC Filter Camera free?
CC Filter Camera is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Lighten free?
Lighten is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do CC Filter Camera or Lighten have ads?
Neither CC Filter Camera nor Lighten shows ads.
Which is updated more often, CC Filter Camera or Lighten?
CC Filter Camera ships an update every 6 weeks, and Lighten every 4 days. Most recently, CC Filter Camera was updated on October 28, 2026 and Lighten on October 29, 2026.

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