# ismartsee vs TimeLapsed

The clearest difference is review sentiment: TimeLapsed at 100% against ismartsee's 14%. TimeLapsed also leads on rating (5.0 vs 2.3) and update cadence (every 9 days vs every 11 months). ismartsee's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8) and iOS requirement (5.1.1 vs 18.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TimeLapsed sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. ismartsee asks for nothing beyond the download.

TimeLapsed holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 9 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 14% of ismartsee's written reviews are positive against 100% of TimeLapsed's.

ismartsee ships an update every 11 months, TimeLapsed every 9 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | ismartsee | TimeLapsed |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.3 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ismartsee-a/id714599740/reviews) | **[5.0 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timelapsed-time-lapse-camera/id6479436667/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **9** |
| Positive reviews | 14.3% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 11 months | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 25 MB | 169 MB |
| Requires iOS | **5.1.1** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [I-SMART CITIES (HK) LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/505905266) | [Shutter Speed Apps, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1735967026) |

## What reviewers say

### ismartsee

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ismartsee-a/id714599740)

This application simplifies the setup and use of Plug and Play IP cameras. It eliminates the need for complex network configurations, allowing easy remote viewing even in challenging network environments.

**Highlights:** Plug and Play IP camera setup, No network knowledge required, Easy DIY installation, Remote viewing without port forwarding, Works in complex network environments

**In-app purchases:** none


### TimeLapsed

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timelapsed-time-lapse-camera/id6479436667)

Capture stunning time-lapse videos and explore creative photography techniques like light painting. Offers manual and auto camera controls for precise adjustments or effortless creation. Save and share your artistic creations directly from your device.

**Highlights:** Manual and auto camera controls, Real-time image adjustments, Light painting mode, Tilt-shift photography effects, Export individual frames, Save and share creations

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TimeLapsed Pro | $7.99 | per month |
| TimeLapsed Pro | $19.99 | per 3 months |
| TimeLapsed Pro | $49.99 | per year |
| Production Display | $399.00 | per year |
| 5 Scene Analyses | $1.99 | one-time |
| TimeLapsed Full Version | $1.99 | one-time |
| 20 Scene Analyses | $5.99 | one-time |
| TimeLapsed Pro Lifetime | $49.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ismartsee free?

ismartsee is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is TimeLapsed free?

TimeLapsed is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, ismartsee or TimeLapsed?

TimeLapsed is rated higher. ismartsee averages 2.3 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while TimeLapsed averages 5.0 from 9 ratings.

### Do ismartsee or TimeLapsed have ads?

Neither ismartsee nor TimeLapsed shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, ismartsee or TimeLapsed?

ismartsee ships an update every 11 months, and TimeLapsed every 9 days. Most recently, ismartsee was updated on October 24, 2026 and TimeLapsed on October 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*
