54+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed
TinType by Hipstamatic is the household name in tintype by hipstamatic, but it's far from the only option. We track 54+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | $0.99 | 4.8★ (3.5K) | No | No | Aug 2026 |
| 2 |  | Free | 4.6★ (2.7K) | No | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 3 |  | $4.99 | 4.7★ (4.5K) | No | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 4 |  | Free | 4.9★ (19K) | No | No | Aug 2026 |
| 5 |  | Free | 4.4★ (2K) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 6 |  | $2.99 | 4.8★ (514) | No | No | Aug 2026 |
| 7 |  | Free | 4.0★ (48) | Yes | Yes | May 2026 |
| 8 |  | Free | 5.0★ (4) | No | No | May 2026 |
Transform your photos into vintage portraits inspired by 19th-century photographic techniques. Apply authentic tintype and daguerreotype effects with customizable controls for a unique, artistic look. Edit existing photos or capture new ones with stunning accuracy.
This app simulates shooting with a vintage analog film camera, applying effects like lenses and films before you take the photo. Explore over a thousand unique analog combinations and connect with a community of photographers without algorithms or ads.
This app offers a unique analog-style photography experience on mobile devices. It provides a variety of vintage camera simulations, advanced editing tools, and the ability to create and share custom presets. Users can capture and edit photos with a focus on artistic expression and authentic visual aesthetics.
This app enhances your Polaroid experience by connecting to compatible cameras for advanced shooting modes. It also features a high-resolution scanner for digitizing physical prints and allows you to print photos from your phone directly to a Polaroid Lab.
Transform your photos and videos with a wide array of vintage and retro effects, including film, VHS, and glitch styles. Recreate the aesthetic of classic cameras from the late 19th to late 20th century. Offers premium filters, frames, and an ad-free experience through subscription.
Transform your photos into vintage masterpieces with a variety of classic effects. This app automatically applies sepia tones, grain, and distressed textures to create an authentic old-school look. Customize each effect or use presets for a unique retro style.
Easily create artistic, nostalgic photos with over 35 professionally designed retro filters. Apply effects with a single tap, then save or share your creations to social media or email.
Experience augmented reality with historical photographs. Scan images from a special collection to bring them to life, restoring voice to still images using a blend of old and new technologies.
This app simulates the experience of developing black and white film in a traditional darkroom. It offers tools to adjust brightness, contrast, and add toning effects, along with a manual camera interface for a more deliberate photographic process.
Transform your photos with a variety of vintage effects and filters. This app offers easy-to-use tools for creating retro photography, with options for random filter selection and social media sharing.
Receive timely alerts for upcoming street cleaning in San Francisco. This app helps you avoid parking tickets by reminding you to move your car before street sweeping occurs. It functions without an internet connection and offers a quick message feature to inform others about your parking location and move-out time.
This app emulates the aesthetic of vintage film cameras, offering manual controls for ISO, shutter speed, and flash. It provides authentic film tones, smooth grain textures, and post-snap editing capabilities to achieve a professional analog look.
Apply professional Lightroom presets from a renowned portrait photographer to your own photos. This app offers a user-friendly interface to easily achieve a signature photographic style. All features and filters are premium, accessible through a subscription.
Create fun, vintage-style photo strips from your own home. Choose from multiple themed booths and export your creations as video clips or Live Photos perfect for sharing on social media.
This app enables groups to collaboratively create shared photo albums for events. Nearby devices connect automatically, allowing everyone to contribute to a live album that develops overnight. It captures candid moments from multiple perspectives without requiring profiles or permanent connections.
Apply vintage and dramatic live filters to your photos in real-time to achieve professional-quality results. Easily share your enhanced images across popular social media platforms.
Participate in a global art project by taking a single photograph. Your image, enriched with metadata, will be part of a collective storytelling initiative culminating in a world record attempt at Art Basel Miami.
An engaging puzzle game with simple yet distinctive gameplay. Drag and drop colored blocks onto a 10x10 board to clear lines horizontally or vertically. Enjoy this relaxing experience with no time limits or color matching required.
Create unique fisheye photos with a 170-degree wide-angle view and various film effects. Emulate four real-world fisheye cameras and lenses with real-time processing. Apply dozens of lomo effects and share your creations instantly.
Capture high-quality photos with a built-in timer and multi-shot functionality. This app offers customizable delay options and the ability to take rapid bursts of images, all saved directly to your device's photo album.