Video Pause vs AnamorphicDesqueezer
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Video Pause
Easily record videos with the ability to pause and resume without complex editing. Capture action sequences, snap photos, and zoom while recording. Supports square video and portrait recording with landscape output.
- Pause and resume recording
- Snap photos while recording
- Zoom while recording
- Square video capture
- Portrait recording with landscape output
- Automatic saving options
- Video stabilization
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Video Pause simply allows you to record, pause, resume and stop video. ▸ No lengthy and tedious editing, splicing and combining of numerous clips when all you really needed was a pause button ▸ Capture your kids sports action sequences in one clip (Yes, soccer and little league parents, this app was made for you) and then easily re-watch that back on your Apple TV (item sold separately). ▸ Universal App: One price fits all (use for your iPad, iPhone and/or iPod Touch and pay only once) ▶ Some features include: ▸ Ability to snap photos while recording video ▸ Ability to Zoom while recording, paused or stopped (device must support video zooming) ▸ Square video capture support (Thanks for your patience Vine fans! See the 'Video Aspect Ratio' option under settings) ▸ Not only is Square (1:1 aspect ratio) supported, you are now able to record video holding device vertically (Portrait) but getting landscape (16:9 or 4:3 aspect ratios) output! (Again, see the 'Video Aspect Ratio' option under settings) ▸ SWIPE UP to access photos library so you can view and play what you just recorded (Recording must be paused or stopped) ▸ SWIPE LEFT or RIGHT to access settings ▸ If you leave the app, get a phone call or turn off the device, you now have the options to automatically save, pause or discard the video when recording or in pause mode (See 'When Leaving app (Multicasting)' under settings) ▸ Video stabilization is automatically enabled but can also be disabled (Configurable under settings) ▸ To pause/resume video simply tap once anywhere on the screen (Also configurable)
AnamorphicDesqueezer
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Anamorphic Desqueeze is a professional anamorphic desqueeze tool built for filmmakers working with anamorphic lenses. Designed for anamorphic cinematography, it gives you precise manual desqueeze control, real-time monitoring, professional exposure tools, cinematic capture controls, and true CinemaScope export with ProRes and 10-bit. If you shoot anamorphic, this app is built for you. Professional Anamorphic Desqueeze • 2.0x desqueeze is free • 1.33x, 1.55x, and custom ratios are available in Pro • Custom ratio slider • Preview matches export • No automatic detection — full manual control Live Anamorphic Desqueeze Monitor • Real-time desqueeze preview • Toggle squeezed / desqueezed view • 2.39:1 CinemaScope framing guides • True anamorphic aspect monitoring Professional Monitoring Tools • Zebras • Waveform with IRE scale • False color • Focus peaking • Luma and RGB histogram • ISO, shutter speed, and white balance display Cinematic Capture Controls • Cinematic f-stop on supported iPhones running iOS 26 or later • Create cinematic background blur and stronger subject separation • Set depth of field before recording • Zoom and framing are preserved in the movie • Selected ISO and exposure are captured into the shot • Color looks can be baked into the exported video • What you frame, expose, and grade is what you export Cinematic f-stop requires iOS 26 or later and a device that supports Apple Cinematic Video capture. Cinematic Color Looks Standard, Black & White, Warm, Cool, Teal & Orange, Golden Hour, Day Exterior, Night Interior, High Key, Low Key, Soft Film, Bleach Bypass, Moonlight, Rich Contrast, Vibrant, Flat, Print, Apple Log, and Apple Log 2. Export True CinemaScope • Correct 2.39:1 CinemaScope ratio • No stretched footage • Save to Photos • Export to Files with ProRes and 10-bit options • FCPXML timeline for Final Cut Pro • Per-clip framing, LUT, and trim Anamorphic Photo and Batch • Desqueeze anamorphic photos • RAW / DNG support • Batch desqueeze multiple clips • Export per clip or merge to one timeline Record to SSD On iOS 17 or later, connect a USB-C drive and record directly to it. Keep iPhone storage available and leave the drive connected when exporting that take. Time Remaining See remaining recording time for the current resolution and frame rate. The indicator turns red under three minutes. Audio Meter and Microphone Monitor audio levels and select the built-in, USB-C, or wired microphone before recording. 2.0× free, every other ratio in Pro. Preview and export at 2.0× are included. Pro unlocks 1.15×–1.8×, Custom, batch workflows, and ProRes / 10-bit export. How to Use 1. Choose Live Monitor or Post for photos and videos. 2. Select your anamorphic desqueeze ratio and framing. 3. Set f-stop on supported iOS 26 devices, zoom, ISO / exposure, and color look. 4. Monitor with waveform, zebras, false color, focus peaking, histogram, and 2.39:1 guides. 5. Record with your chosen framing, exposure, cinematic depth, and color. 6. Export to Photos, Files, or FCPXML. For batch workflows, import clips, set ratio and codec, then export individually or merge into one timeline with correct CinemaScope geometry. Built for a Faster Filmmaking Workflow Frame anamorphic shots correctly while shooting, monitor exposure and focus, set cinematic depth, zoom, ISO, and color, then carry those creative decisions through to export. Spend less time fixing squeezed footage later and reduce the gap between what you monitor on set and what appears in the final movie. Ideal for cinematographers and DOPs, independent filmmakers, short film and commercial teams, 2.39:1 creators, film schools, studios, and rental houses. Who It’s For Cinematographers and DOPs, independent filmmakers, short film and commercial teams, 2.39:1 content creators, film schools, studios, and rental houses working with anamorphic lenses. Anamorphic Desqueeze is a dedicated anamorphic desqueeze solution for cinematic lens workflows.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: AnamorphicDesqueezer at Free against Video Pause's $1.99. AnamorphicDesqueezer also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs monthly). Video Pause's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 16.0). On ads and device support 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
AnamorphicDesqueezer is free to download; Video Pause costs $1.99 up front. AnamorphicDesqueezer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Video Pause asks for nothing beyond the download.
Video Pause ships an update monthly, AnamorphicDesqueezer every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Video Pause | AnamorphicDesqueezer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 3.0 (17 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 36.4% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 17 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 4 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Requires iOS | 8.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 2 MB | 8 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Pachyderm Software | Sanjay Korde |
In-app purchases
Video Pause
No in-app purchases
AnamorphicDesqueezer
- Anamorphic Desqueezer$89.99
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