Comparison

ShotBOT vs AR Camera Record

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

Head to head
About

ShotBOT

This app helps visual effects supervisors meticulously track production notes for film, TV, and commercials. It allows for detailed scene and take logging, image annotation, and report generation for VFX teams. Advanced features are available via in-app purchases.

Highlights
  • Track general scenes or individual takes
  • Print or email comprehensive shooting reports
  • Built-in drawing and annotation feature
  • Supports multi-camera shoots
  • User-defined presets for fast data entry
  • Tag scenes for organization
  • Take pictures or import images for reference
Features
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ShotBOT is designed for professional visual effects supervisors, to use during production, to take all the necessary production notes when shooting visual effects scenes. It tracks all the VFX needs for film, TV, documentaries, music videos and commercial production. This app is designed by someone who has spent 20 years shooting visual effects. All advanced features are sold via in-app purchases so you only need to buy what you need. For more detailed information on ShotBOT, please check out our web site for demo screencasts and a comprehensive FAQ page. FEATURES -ShotBOT has all the fields you would expect. A full list of fields is at the bottom of this page. -Track general scenes or individual takes. -Print or email a comprehensive shooting report to your VFX artists after the shoot. -Built in drawing feature to create diagrams or annotate pictures. -App-wide built in help screens to explain every feature. -Supports multi-camera shoots. -Full support for user defined presets for all commonly used fields. Includes default set of presets for professional production. Entering the data for a scene is very fast! -Scenes can be tagged to group sets of scenes together for complete organization of the scenes. -Take pictures or import existing images for scene reference. -View and grab frames from a wireless, live video feed from the camera. (Requires Teradek wireless encoder and in-app purchase) -Print a variety of different style tracking marks in a variety of sizes. (Requires in-app purchase) -Two different interface styles. Dark for indoor, Light for outdoor. You will always be able to view screen content without blinding your eyes. -Export your data so you can import it into your own post production tracking software. (Require in-app purchase) -Optional ShotBOT Cloud option to backup your data in realtime and sync between multiple devices. (Require in-app purchase) JOB FIELDS -Job Number -Episode Name and Number -Working Title -Agency and Client Name -Product Description -Production Company Name -Default FPS -Job Description SCENE FIELDS -Scene Number -Scene Description -Slate -Shot Date, Day Number, Time of day. -Unit (First unit, second unit, plate unit) -MOS or Sync sound. -Interior/Exterior -Day, Night, or Day For Night -Shoot Location -Scene Notes -Flags for: HDR, Mirror Ball, 18% Gray Ball, Cube, Clean Plate, Tiles, Ref Plates, Dig Stills Ref, Dig Stills Texture, Set Survey, Lidar Scan, 3D Scan, Lighting Diagram, Rushed Enviroment. CAMERA FIELDS -Camera ID -Camera Type -Camera Rig -Card/Clip Info -Filters -ISO -Shutter -Color Temp -FPS -T Stop -Lens -MM Start & End -Camera Height Start & End -Camera Tilt Start & End -Camera Focus Start & End -Camera Notes TAKE FIELDS -Take Number -Hero or Circled Take Flag -Take Notes

About

AR Camera Record

Record videos in 4K while preserving the camera's 3D spatial position. Define anchors for precise tracking and export data to Python scripts for further analysis and integration.

Highlights
  • 4K video recording at 30FPS
  • AR spatial anchors for precise tracking
  • Export recorded data to Python scripts
  • Floor plane selection for scene stabilization
  • Seamless integration of AR and video capture
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ARCameraRecord is a cutting-edge app designed to enhance video recording experiences by merging augmented reality (AR) technology with comprehensive video capture capabilities. Seamlessly combining video recording with the preservation of the camera's spatial position in a three-dimensional environment, this app empowers users to create immersive and interactive content like never before. Key Features: Advanced Video Recording in 4K at 30FPS: Capture stunning videos in 4K resolution at a smooth 30 frames per second. This ensures exceptionally detailed recordings, allowing users to bring their creations to life with unparalleled visual fidelity. AR Spatial Anchors: Define and set anchors within recorded videos to pinpoint specific points of interest. These anchors serve as reference points for precise spatial tracking, facilitating accurate alignment and interaction within the 3D space. Export to Python Scripts: Seamlessly export recorded data, including video files and associated spatial information, directly to Python scripts. This empowers users to leverage the capabilities of Python programming for analysis, manipulation, or integration of recorded content into diverse projects. How it Works: Select Floor: Move the camera while ARKit reconstructs the scene, then choose the floor plane to stabilize the environment. Set Anchors: Define anchors to mark specific locations or objects within the 3D space. Record: Initiate recording in stunning 4K quality, capturing the scene and the spatial movement of the camera in real-time. Export Data: Stop recording, and your tracking data, along with spatial anchors, will be automatically exported to a Python script. Experience a new dimension in video recording with ARCameraRecord. Elevate your content creation effortlessly by merging the power of AR and 4K video recording technology.

Screenshots

AR Camera Record3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: AR Camera Record at Free against ShotBOT's $29.99. AR Camera Record also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.5) and in-app purchases (none vs 6). ShotBOT's advantage is update cadence (every 8 days vs every 5 weeks). On ratings volume, ads 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

AR Camera Record is free to download; ShotBOT costs $29.99 up front. ShotBOT sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. AR Camera Record asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

AR Camera Record holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ShotBOT ships an update every 8 days, AR Camera Record every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and June 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
ShotBOT versus AR Camera Record: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShotBOTAR Camera Record
Price$29.99Free — better
Rating4.5 (2 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings2 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 8 days — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS18.616.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size58 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTodd FreeseAleksandr Kolesov

Customer experience

ShotBOT

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

AR Camera Record

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

6 purchases

ShotBOT

One-time6
  • ShotBOT Tracking Marks$4.99
  • ShotBOT Cloud - 30 Day Subscription$4.99
  • ShotBOT JSON Export$9.99
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  • ShotBOT TSV Text Export$9.99
  • ShotBOT Teradek Live Video$49.99
  • ShotBOT VES Export$74.99
None

AR Camera Record

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ShotBOT free?
ShotBOT costs $29.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is AR Camera Record free?
AR Camera Record is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, ShotBOT or AR Camera Record?
AR Camera Record is rated higher. ShotBOT averages 4.5 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while AR Camera Record averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do ShotBOT or AR Camera Record have ads?
Neither ShotBOT nor AR Camera Record shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ShotBOT or AR Camera Record?
ShotBOT ships an update every 8 days, and AR Camera Record every 5 weeks. Most recently, ShotBOT was updated on June 1, 2026 and AR Camera Record on June 3, 2026.

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