Best Phone Camera Remote Apps

240+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

3.8 avg rating
18 free apps
Updated October 2026

Every iPhone needs a few good phone camera remote apps. We benchmark 240+ of them on App Store rating, freshness, and pricing, then surface the standouts so you don't have to scroll the App Store yourself.

Compare top Phone Camera Remote Apps (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1WiFi Camera - Remote iPhonesWiFi Camera - Remote iPhones$1.992.7★ (9)NoNoOct 2026
2WinkU - Dual Phone Cam RemoteWinkU - Dual Phone Cam RemoteFree—NoYesOct 2026
3SayCheese - Camera RemoteSayCheese - Camera RemoteFree4.3★ (15)YesYesOct 2026
4Camera Remote ControlCamera Remote ControlFree—YesNoOct 2026
5Unleashed - Camera RemoteUnleashed - Camera RemoteFree4.4★ (52)NoNoOct 2026
6Camera Remote ControllerCamera Remote ControllerFree——NoOct 2026
7Sony | Imaging Edge MobileSony | Imaging Edge MobileFree1.6★ (6.7K)NoNoNov 2026
8Camera Remote for GoProCamera Remote for GoProFree2.1★ (114)NoYesOct 2026

Top Picks for Phone Camera Remote

WiFi Camera - Remote iPhones#1

WiFi Camera - Remote iPhones by Daniel Amitay

Wireless viewfinder & shutter
Editor's Choice
📷 Photo & Video
2.7😐(9 ratings)
$1.99
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Wirelessly connect two iOS devices to use one as a remote camera. Capture high-resolution photos remotely, stream the camera view, and transfer images instantly. Ideal for group shots and remote photography.

What We Love

  • 👍 Simple and intuitive user interface
  • 🚀 Easy setup with no complex configuration
  • 📸 Effective for remote photo taking between devices
  • 💡 Innovative use cases (baby monitoring, trailer backup camera, group photos)
  • 🔗 Works via both WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity
  • 📱 Useful for hands-free photography and self-portraits
  • ✅ Photo quality acceptable for practical purposes
  • ⚡ Fast connection establishment between devices

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent disconnections between devices
  • 📉 Poor video streaming quality and resolution
  • 🔋 High battery consumption with WiFi and Bluetooth enabled
  • ⏱️ Slow response times and lag between devices
  • 🖼️ Grainy and blurry preview images
  • ❌ No flash control functionality
  • 🔌 Requires reconnection and re-acceptance after each photo
  • 📸 Inconsistent photo quality (sometimes black/corrupted images)
  • ⚠️ Crashes and freezing on newer iOS versions
  • 🎥 No video recording capability
  • 🔍 No zoom controls available
  • 📍 Confusing device detection interface
WinkU - Dual Phone Cam Remote#2

WinkU - Dual Phone Cam Remote by 忆吟 陈

Remote selfie & live preview
Strong Contender
📷 Photo & Video
0.0(0 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app allows two iPhones to work together for photography. One device acts as a remote camera with live preview, while the other displays the view, enabling easier solo shooting or guided assistance from a friend. Capture perfect shots with real-time adjustments and control.

SayCheese - Camera Remote#3

SayCheese - Camera Remote by Yoav Franko

Two iPhones, Wireless Shutter
Worth Considering
📷 Photo & Video
4.3(15 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Control a remote phone's camera from another device up to 300 meters away, with or without an internet connection. Features include real-time preview, voice control, and full camera function management. Ideal for group photos or discreet captures.

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FAQ about Phone Camera Remote

What are the best phone camera remote apps for iPhone?
WiFi Camera - Remote iPhones tops our phone camera remote apps ranking as of October 2026, with a 2.7-star average from 9 App Store ratings, and it's priced at $1.99.
Yes — 18 of the top phone camera remote apps we rank are free to download, including WinkU - Dual Phone Cam Remote and SayCheese - Camera Remote.
WiFi Camera - Remote iPhones has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 240+ phone camera remote apps on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.