# Codecam vs Yamera (Manual Camera)

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Codecam at none against Yamera (Manual Camera)'s 1. Codecam also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). Yamera (Manual Camera)'s advantage is rating (4.5 vs 4.0) and update cadence (weekly vs monthly). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Yamera (Manual Camera) sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Codecam asks for nothing beyond the download.

Yamera (Manual Camera) holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Yamera (Manual Camera) has 595 ratings behind it against 24, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of Codecam's written reviews are positive against 67% of Yamera (Manual Camera)'s.

Codecam ships an update monthly, Yamera (Manual Camera) weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Codecam | Yamera (Manual Camera) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (24 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/codecam/id906630240/reviews) | **[4.5 (595 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yamera-manual-camera/id951399974/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 24 | **595** |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | **67.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 19 MB | 6 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Laszlo Varadi](https://appshunter.io/developer/371911266) | [AppMadang](https://appshunter.io/developer/431886186) |

## What reviewers say

### Codecam

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/codecam/id906630240)

Unlock the full potential of your iPhone camera with advanced manual controls for both photos and videos. Adjust settings like shutter speed, ISO, white balance, and focus for professional-quality results. Explore various compression and frame rate options for video recording.

**Highlights:** Manual shutter speed and ISO, Manual white balance (temperature, tint), Manual focus control, Adjustable video compression and frame rates, Video zoom with focal length display, Video stabilization options

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Yamera (Manual Camera)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yamera-manual-camera/id951399974)

Take full control of your iPhone camera with manual adjustments for focus, exposure, and white balance. Capture stunning photos and videos with advanced features like timer shots, digital zoom, and 4K recording. Automatically saves your media to a secure library.

**Highlights:** Manual focus control, Manual exposure control, Manual white balance, 4K video recording, Slo-mo video recording, Timer shot, Digital zoom

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Purchase Pro Version | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Full manual camera control
- 🔒 Ability to lock focus, exposure, and white balance
- 👍 Useful for astrophotography and product photography
- 👍 Consistent high-quality photos
- 👍 Simple and intuitive to use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes frequently on newer iPhones
- 🐛 Exposure and white balance issues with some devices
- 🔍 Limited control over shutter speed and Kelvin scale
- 💰 Basic features locked behind paywall
- 📺 Inappropriate/suggestive ads in free version

**Reported bugs**

- Exposure settings reset when leaving the app
- Video recording issues with audio
- Incompatibility with iPhone 13 macro lens

**Requested features**

- Stereo audio recording
- Customizable shutter sound
- Histogram display
- Apple Watch remote control
- Support for macro lens and wide-angle lens


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Codecam free?

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

### Is Yamera (Manual Camera) free?

Yamera (Manual Camera) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Codecam or Yamera (Manual Camera)?

Yamera (Manual Camera) is rated higher. Codecam averages 4.0 out of 5 from 24 ratings, while Yamera (Manual Camera) averages 4.5 from 595 ratings.

### Do Codecam or Yamera (Manual Camera) have ads?

Yamera (Manual Camera) shows ads; Codecam does not.

### Which is updated more often, Codecam or Yamera (Manual Camera)?

Codecam ships an update monthly, and Yamera (Manual Camera) weekly. Most recently, Codecam was updated on September 26, 2026 and Yamera (Manual Camera) on October 15, 2026.

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