# Self Timer vs Parallel Camera

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.

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | Self Timer | Parallel Camera |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $1.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | — | **[4.0 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/parallel-camera/id1671561611/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **7** |
| Positive reviews | 28.6% of reviews | **33.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 18 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 14 MB | 66 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [astrovicApps](https://appshunter.io/developer/522189685) | [Irina Scelcunova](https://appshunter.io/developer/1737748446) |

## What reviewers say

### Self Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/self-timer-multi-shot-photo/id919935237)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Parallel Camera

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/parallel-camera/id1671561611)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| GoSelfie premium | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| GoSelfie 3 months premium | $9.99 | per 3 months |


## Frequently asked 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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