# Self Timer vs The Frame Manager

The clearest difference is price: The Frame Manager at Free against Self Timer's $1.99. The Frame Manager also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 18 months). Self Timer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and device support (3 vs 1). On ads there is nothing between them.

The Frame Manager is free to download; Self Timer costs $1.99 up front. The Frame Manager sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Self Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Self Timer ships an update every 18 months, The Frame Manager every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Self Timer | The Frame Manager |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $1.99 | **Free** |
| Positive reviews | 28.6% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 18 months | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Size | 14 MB | 7 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [astrovicApps](https://appshunter.io/developer/522189685) | [Robinvanholst BV](https://appshunter.io/developer/883967554) |

## 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


### The Frame Manager

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-frame-manager/id6787715491)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Support the developer - 1 euro | $1.00 | one-time |
| Support the developer - 2 euro | $2.00 | one-time |
| Support the developer - 5 euro | $4.00 | one-time |
| Support the developer - 10 euro | $9.00 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Self Timer free?

Self Timer costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is The Frame Manager free?

The Frame Manager is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do Self Timer or The Frame Manager have ads?

Neither Self Timer nor The Frame Manager shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Self Timer or The Frame Manager?

Self Timer ships an update every 18 months, and The Frame Manager every 4 days. Most recently, Self Timer was updated on October 12, 2026 and The Frame Manager on October 3, 2026.

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