Comparison

Self Timer vs Parallel Camera

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

Parallel Camera

Record videos and take photos simultaneously using your device's front and rear cameras. Choose from various split-screen or picture-in-picture layouts, customize borders, and select resolutions up to 4K.

Highlights
  • Dual camera photo and video recording
  • Split-screen and picture-in-picture views
  • Customizable border colors and shapes
  • Selectable resolutions (720p, 1080p, 4K)
  • Adjustable frame rates (24, 30, 60 fps)
  • Front screen flash and regular flash control
  • Grid overlay for precise framing
Features
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Parallel Camera – Capture Every Side of the Moment! Parallel Camera allows you to take pictures and shoot videos with both front and rear cameras at the same time! Capture every perspective with a split-screen effect or a picture-in-picture view and gain full control over how you frame your shot. Key Features Include: - Dual Camera Recording: Capture moments using both cameras at the same time in photo or video mode. Use both cameras simultaneously in photo or video mode. - Custom Layouts: For your secondary camera, choose a split-screen or floating window (square or circle). Change the border color and shape to make something unique. - Flexible Quality: Pick a suitable resolution - 720p, 1080p, or 4K. Adjust frame rates to 24, 30, or 60 fps to smoothen up your recording. - Front Screen Flash: Use the on-screen frame light to brighten your selfies; adjust the color to ensure the perfect glow. - Regular Flash Control: Use your flashlight to improve lighting conditions. - Grid Overlay: Add a grid to your viewfinder for more accurate and professional shots. Looking to make the most from every single shot? Let Parallel Camera lead the way! Experiment with your photos and videos like never before. Take charge of every shot; it’s that easy! Unlock exclusive features with the Premium version: Capture Unlimited Videos Frames Collection Updates Save Without Watermarks No Ads, No Limits Subscription Details: Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription with a free trial period will automatically renew to a paid subscription. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period at the rate of the selected plan. Subscriptions and auto-renewal may be managed by going to Account Settings after purchase. You can cancel your subscription or free trial in the iTunes settings at least 24-hours before the end of the free trial period. The cancellation will take effect the day after the last day of the current subscription period and you will be downgraded to the free service. Subscription Options: Weekly: $2.99 3 Months: $9.99 For other currencies, the price corresponds to the same tier on the App Store Pricing Matrix. Privacy policy: https://sites.google.com/view/scelcunovairina/Privacy-Policy Terms of use: https://sites.google.com/view/scelcunovairina/terms

Screenshots

Self Timer4 screens
Parallel Camera4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Parallel Camera at Free against Self Timer's $1.99. Parallel Camera also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 18 months). Self Timer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On review sentiment 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

Parallel Camera is free to download; Self Timer costs $1.99 up front. Parallel Camera sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Self Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Self Timer ships an update every 18 months, Parallel Camera fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Self Timer versus Parallel Camera: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSelf TimerParallel Camera
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating—4.0 (7 ratings) — better
Positive reviews28.6% of reviews33.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings—7 — better
Update frequencyEvery 18 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB66 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperastrovicAppsIrina Scelcunova

Customer experience

Self Timer

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

Parallel Camera

All ratings7 ratings
Positive71.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative28.6%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%

In-app purchases

None

Self Timer

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Parallel Camera

Subscriptions2
  • GoSelfie premium7 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • GoSelfie 3 months premium$9.993 Months

Questions

Is Self Timer free?
Self Timer costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Parallel Camera free?
Parallel Camera is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Self Timer or Parallel Camera have ads?
Parallel Camera shows ads; Self Timer does not.
Which is updated more often, Self Timer or Parallel Camera?
Self Timer ships an update every 18 months, and Parallel Camera fortnightly. Most recently, Self Timer was updated on September 19, 2026 and Parallel Camera on September 21, 2026.

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