Vello Bluetooth Shutterboss vs Remote Shutter
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Vello Bluetooth Shutterboss
Wirelessly trigger your camera's shutter from up to 33 feet away using Bluetooth. Features an advanced intervalometer for time-lapse photography with customizable schedules and multiple shooting modes.
- Wireless Bluetooth shutter control
- Up to 33' (10 m) range
- Advanced intervalometer
- 10 scheduling modes
- Multiple shooting modes
- Ideal for time-lapse, macro, long exposures
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The Vello Bluetooth ShutterBoss app utilizes Bluetooth technology to communicate with Vello’s Bluetooth Shutterboss Receiver and wirelessly trigger your camera’s shutter from up to 33’ (10 m) away. Fans of time lapse photography will appreciate the built-in intervalometer and 10 setting schedules, which allow you to trigger up to 9999 shots over a period of 23 hours, 59 minutes, and 59 seconds. Wireless triggering is ideal for eliminating vibrations during macro, close-up, and long exposure photography, as well as for taking images of hard to approach subjects, such as wildlife or action sports. The app offers convenient access to multiple firing modes, including bulb, self-timer, single, and continuous shooting, provided your camera supports these modes. This app requires the purchase of a Vello Bluetooth Shutterboss which is available wherever pro photo gear is sold. Features • Advanced intervalometer with up to 10 scheduling modes • Multiple shooting modes • Ideal for advanced intervalometer photography, macro, close-up, and long exposures.
Remote Shutter
Control your iPhone or iPad camera remotely from another device, anywhere in the world. This app allows you to trigger the shutter, record video, and switch cameras wirelessly over the internet, eliminating Bluetooth range limitations.
- Remote shutter trigger
- Remote video recording
- Front, rear, and external camera support
- Receive photos directly
- Unlimited range over internet
- Works with iPhone and iPad
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Remote Shutter — the ultimate wireless camera remote control app for iPhone and iPad. Control your iPhone or iPad camera from any distance using another smartphone or tablet. No Bluetooth needed — works over internet worldwide, giving you truly unlimited range. WHAT IS REMOTE SHUTTER? Remote Shutter is the controller app (paid). Pair it with the free companion app "Remote Camera: Unlimited Range" installed on the device that acts as your camera. Once connected, you control everything — from anywhere in the world. Perfect for solo photographers, travel creators, vloggers, bloggers, families, and anyone who wants to take great photos without asking strangers for help. KEY FEATURES - Remote camera shutter trigger — tap once to take a photo instantly - Remote video recording — start and stop video recording from your device - Front, rear & external camera support — switch between cameras with ease - Receive photos — get images sent directly to your device after each shot - Unlimited range — works over Wi-Fi, 4G, 5G and mobile internet worldwide - No Bluetooth limit — forget the 10-meter restriction, shoot from any room, floor or country - Works with iPhone & iPad — full support for both devices as camera or controller HOW IT WORKS 1. Install "Remote Camera: Unlimited Range" (free) on the device that will be used as camera 2. Install "Remote Shutter" (this app) on your controller device 3. Open both apps, connect them, and tap the shutter — done! Your photos are saved directly to the camera device's photo gallery. Enable "Send photos" to also receive copies on the controller device. PERFECT FOR - Self-portraits & selfies from any distance - Group photos without a tripod timer - Wildlife & nature photography - Product photography for bloggers and online sellers - Travel photography and video - Real estate and interior photography - Live event and stage photography - Video calls and remote presentations - Monitoring — see what your camera sees remotely WHY UNLIMITED RANGE? Most Bluetooth remotes stop working beyond 10 meters. Remote Shutter connects over the internet, so you can trigger your iPhone camera from another room, another building, or even another country. As long as both devices have an internet connection, you're in control. TIPS FOR BEST RESULTS - Make sure both devices are connected before starting a session - A stable Wi-Fi or mobile data connection ensures instant response - Use a tripod on the camera device for sharp, hands-free shots - Enable "Send photos" to review shots immediately on your controller device REQUIREMENTS - Internet connection required on both devices - Free companion app "Remote Camera: Unlimited Range" must be installed on the camera device - Compatible with iPhone and iPad Remote Shutter turns your spare iPhone or iPad into a professional wireless camera remote. No extra hardware. No distance limits. Just tap and shoot. Download Remote Shutter today and take full control of your iPhone camera — from anywhere. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://babymonitor.watchwms.com/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Vello Bluetooth Shutterboss at none against Remote Shutter's 2. Vello Bluetooth Shutterboss also leads on iOS requirement (7.0 vs 13.0). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads 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
Both are free to download. Remote Shutter sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Vello Bluetooth Shutterboss asks for nothing beyond the download.
Vello Bluetooth Shutterboss ships an update every 7 months, Remote Shutter every 10 months. The most recent releases landed on June 6, 2026 and June 21, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Vello Bluetooth Shutterboss | Remote Shutter |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.0 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months — better | Every 10 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 7.0 — better | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 2 MB | 43 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Gradus Group LLC | Agzamov Daniyar |
Customer experience
Vello Bluetooth Shutterboss
Remote Shutter
In-app purchases
Vello Bluetooth Shutterboss
No in-app purchases
Remote Shutter
- Remote shutter weekly subscription$1.997 Days
- Remote shutter Yearly subscription3 Days trial$9.991 Year
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