Lightning Catcher vs Storm Snap

A lightning flash lasts milliseconds — far too fast for the shutter button. Lightning Catcher turns the problem around: the camera runs continuously, keeps the last frames in memory, and when the sky lights up, it reaches back in time and saves the moment that already happened. HOW IT WORKS • Put your phone on a tripod and point it at the storm • Arm the trigger; it adapts automatically, or optionally set a fixed sensitivity on the live energy column • The app measures the brightness of every frame — a sudden jump means lightning • Frames from before, during and after the flash are saved, and the highest-contrast frame is marked as your Best Shot FEATURES • Auto calibration: the trigger threshold adapts to your sky and locks in after the first hits • Robust trigger mode for city light and busy scenes • Exposure control with true hardware EV where available • 5–15 frames per strike, saved in order • Gallery with best-shot filter, full-screen viewer, save & share • No account required FREE TO USE Every capture is available in full quality, with no in-app purchases, subscriptions, paywall, or feature lock. Storms don't wait. Be ready before the next one.

StormSnap helps you photograph lightning by watching the live camera preview and detecting sudden flashes on device. Stabilize your iPhone, point it toward the storm, choose a sensitivity level, and tap Start Capturing. When StormSnap detects a lightning flash, it opens Strike Replay so you can review candidate frames and save the best one to Photos. Features: • Live camera preview • On-device lightning flash detection • Strike Replay with candidate frame selection • Tap-to-focus target • Pinch to zoom • Focus and exposure controls • High-quality photo saving • Battery-friendly mode • Optional location metadata • Privacy-first local processing Free users can save up to 20 successful lightning captures. StormSnap Pro unlocks unlimited saves and advanced features with one lifetime purchase. No ads. No subscriptions. Unlock StormSnap once and keep it forever. Safety notice: Photograph storms only from a safe location. Stay indoors or inside a suitable vehicle during lightning. StormSnap does not provide weather or safety warnings. Privacy policy: https://sylvainlafrance.dev/stormsnap/#legal Terms of use: https://sylvainlafrance.dev/stormsnap/#legal