Comparison

Self Timer vs PicTimer+

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Self Timer

Capture multiple photos automatically with adjustable timers and intervals. This app offers features like flash control, grid overlays, and face recognition for perfect selfies and group shots. Save and share your creations easily.

Highlights
  • Adjustable timer for first photo
  • Multiple shots up to 200
  • Sequential shot timer
  • Flash control
  • Grid overlays
  • Face recognition
  • Front and rear camera support
Features
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A simple and complete app for self-timer, continuous shooting and selfie, with grills, timer and adjustable intervals! Features: - Works on iPhone, iPad and iPod touch; - Timer first photo, adjustable from 0s to 120s; - Multiple shots, adjustable from 1 to 200; - Timer for multiple shots in sequence and adjustable from 2s to 120s; - Flash on, off, automatic; - Turn on the flashlight to illuminate the scene; - Beep sound for 5 seconds before each shot (can be disabled); - Auto-save in the photo gallery (can be disabled); - Three grids to better frame the scene (rule of thirds and the golden section); - Automatic recognition of faces; - Front and rear camera; - Digital Zoom; - Focus Automatic or manual; - Preview photos in high definition; - Share photos on social networks, or with your favorite applications, printing, copying, use as background Wallpaper! For information or suggestions, please use the Contact Us form in the Info menu of the application.

About

PicTimer+

Effortlessly capture multiple photos hands-free with customizable timers and intervals. Ideal for selfies, group shots, and time-lapses, this app lets you set up shots and step away, ensuring you never miss a moment.

Highlights
  • Set timer before first photo
  • Choose intervals between shots
  • Capture multiple photos consecutively
  • Live countdown overlay
  • Save photos directly to gallery
  • Minimalist and fast interface
Features
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** Capture moments—automatically. PicTimer+ is the easiest way to take multiple photos hands-free. Whether you're snapping selfies, group shots, or creative time-lapses, PicTimer+ lets you set a timer, choose intervals, and capture multiple photos in a row—all without touching your phone. ** Features: Set a timer before the first photo Choose intervals between shots Select how many photos to take See a live countdown overlay before each shot Save all photos directly to your gallery Minimalist, fast, and easy to use Perfect for creators, couples, group photos, and solo travelers. ** Just set it, step back, and smile.

Screenshots

Self Timer4 screens
PicTimer+4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: PicTimer+ at Free against Self Timer's $1.99. PicTimer+ also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 18 months). Self Timer's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). On review sentiment, in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

PicTimer+ is free to download; Self Timer costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Self Timer ships an update every 18 months, PicTimer+ fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Self Timer versus PicTimer+: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSelf TimerPicTimer+
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating—2.2 (5 ratings) — better
Positive reviews28.6% of reviews — better25.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—5 — better
Update frequencyEvery 18 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterAd-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB31 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperastrovicAppsJuan Pablo Re

Customer experience

Self Timer

Written reviews35 reviews
Positive28.6%
Neutral8.6%
Negative62.9%

PicTimer+

All ratings5 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral40.0%
Negative60.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative25.0%

In-app purchases

None

Self Timer

No in-app purchases

None

PicTimer+

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Self Timer free?
Self Timer costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is PicTimer+ free?
PicTimer+ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Self Timer or PicTimer+ have ads?
PicTimer+ shows ads; Self Timer does not.
Which is updated more often, Self Timer or PicTimer+?
Self Timer ships an update every 18 months, and PicTimer+ fortnightly. Most recently, Self Timer was updated on September 29, 2026 and PicTimer+ on September 16, 2026.

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