# iPhantom vs LensKit

The clearest difference is rating: LensKit at 4.9 against iPhantom's 4.2. LensKit also leads on monetization model (freemium vs subscription) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 5 months). iPhantom's advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 70%) and iOS requirement (12.1 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. iPhantom sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $299.99 per year and LensKit sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

LensKit holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LensKit has 56 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 100% of iPhantom's written reviews are positive against 70% of LensKit's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

iPhantom ships an update every 5 months, LensKit every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iPhantom | LensKit |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iphantom/id970290515/reviews) | **[4.9 (56 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lenskit-lens-tools/id1523521746/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 5 | **56** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 70.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Freemium** |
| Size | 55 MB | 165 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.1** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Joe Kocsis](https://appshunter.io/developer/466855218) | [Zak Ray](https://appshunter.io/developer/890528996) |

## What reviewers say

### iPhantom

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iphantom/id970290515)

Wirelessly control Phantom cameras from your iOS device. Access essential functions like recording, playback, and camera settings remotely. Offers a free version with limited features and unlocks full functionality via subscription.

**Highlights:** Wireless camera control, Record and trigger functions, Agile playback with clip saving, Adjust camera settings remotely, Send Telnet commands, IP detection and connection

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Yearly Auto-Renew Subscription | $299.99 | per year |
| 48 Hour Project License | $44.99 | one-time |
| 14 Day Project License | $89.99 | one-time |


### LensKit

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lenskit-lens-tools/id1523521746)

This app provides professional tools for filmmakers and cinematographers, offering extensive lens specifications, camera coverage simulations, and advanced depth of field calculations. It helps plan shoots, make on-set decisions, and ensure compatibility with various cameras and lenses, including Netflix-approved formats.

**Highlights:** Extensive lens database (2000+ lenses), Camera sensor coverage simulation, Lens matching for various configurations, Depth of field calculator, Shot preview and framing simulation, Netflix 4K mandate compliance tool

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $4.99 | per month |
| Annual Subscription | $49.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Access | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iPhantom free?

iPhantom is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is LensKit free?

LensKit is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, iPhantom or LensKit?

LensKit is rated higher. iPhantom averages 4.2 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while LensKit averages 4.9 from 56 ratings.

### Do iPhantom or LensKit have ads?

Neither iPhantom nor LensKit shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, iPhantom or LensKit?

iPhantom ships an update every 5 months, and LensKit every 2 months. Most recently, iPhantom was updated on September 28, 2026 and LensKit on October 8, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*