# Media Monster vs Camera FrontBack SE

Media Monster and Camera FrontBack SE both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 74% of Camera FrontBack SE's written reviews are positive against 30% of Media Monster's. Camera FrontBack SE also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). Media Monster's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 17 months) and ratings volume (2.1K vs 126). On price, rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Media Monster sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Camera FrontBack SE asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Media Monster against 4.7 for Camera FrontBack SE. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Media Monster has 2.1K ratings behind it against 126, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 30% of Media Monster's written reviews are positive against 74% of Camera FrontBack SE's.

Media Monster ships an update every 4 days, Camera FrontBack SE every 17 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Media Monster | Camera FrontBack SE |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (2.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/media-monster-record-and-edit/id876314777/reviews) | **[4.7 (126 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/camera-frontback-se/id1529816670/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2.1K** | 126 |
| Positive reviews | 29.8% of reviews | **73.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Every 17 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 26 MB | 5 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Maroun Abi Ramia](https://appshunter.io/developer/628316238) | [Yuliya Andrienko](https://appshunter.io/developer/1448993046) |

## What reviewers say

### Media Monster

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/media-monster-record-and-edit/id876314777)

Capture high-quality videos and photos while simultaneously playing music from your device. This app offers powerful recording and editing tools, supporting various music sources and camera types for creative control.

**Highlights:** Record video while playing music, Supports Apple Music, Spotify, YouTube, Record videos in up to 4K resolution, Advanced video editing tools, Adjustable camera quality and controls, Import and edit existing media

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Membership | $0.99 | per month |
| Media Monster | $2.99 | per 6 months |
| Yearly Membership | $4.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Allows recording with music playing
- 💡 Useful for dancers/lifters to record with music

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Videos don't save consistently
- 🐛 App crashes/freezes frequently
- 🔋 Drains battery quickly
- 🔒 Paywall locks core functionality

**Reported bugs**

- Videos get rotated/flipped unexpectedly
- Audio quality issues when recording with music
- Compatibility problems with newer iOS versions

**Requested features**

- Add pause/resume recording option
- Improve camera zoom controls
- Allow using ultra-wide camera on iPhone 11
- Integrate music playback directly in the app


### Camera FrontBack SE

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/camera-frontback-se/id1529816670)

Record video simultaneously using both your iPhone's front and rear cameras. This app allows you to capture dual perspectives in real-time, perfect for creating engaging content for social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok.

**Highlights:** Simultaneous front and rear camera recording, Real-time animation, Moveable on-screen window, User-friendly interface

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Media Monster free?

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

### Is Camera FrontBack SE free?

Camera FrontBack SE is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Media Monster or Camera FrontBack SE?

Camera FrontBack SE is rated higher. Media Monster averages 4.6 out of 5 from 2.1K ratings, while Camera FrontBack SE averages 4.7 from 126 ratings.

### Do Media Monster or Camera FrontBack SE have ads?

Neither Media Monster nor Camera FrontBack SE shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Media Monster or Camera FrontBack SE?

Media Monster ships an update every 4 days, and Camera FrontBack SE every 17 months. Most recently, Media Monster was updated on October 29, 2026 and Camera FrontBack SE 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.*