MixCam alternatives for iPhone (2026)

MixCam is the established front-and-back camera app, but the dual-capture space has grown. Here are the alternatives that actually capture both cameras simultaneously (several apps in this category fake it with sequential shots — worth checking before you pay).

The alternatives, honestly

Selfie — dual capture + vintage filters. Simultaneous front-and-back photos and videos with 50+ vintage camera presets rendered live on both cameras — 35mm film, instant, VHS and more. Picture-in-picture with corner and frame-color control. Free to try; iOS 17+.

Dualgram — the minimalist. Straightforward dual photos with a few layouts. Light and simple.

ReFrame — the multi-angle recorder. Newer entrant focused on multi-angle video recording; growing fast.

DualCam Pro — the budget option. Basic simultaneous capture, fewer frills.

How to choose

• You want the shot to have a look, not just two angles: Selfie is the only one with a real vintage-preset system.
• You want maximum layout variety: MixCam itself still leads there.
• You mostly record multi-angle video: ReFrame’s recorder focus fits.

Frequently asked questions

Do all dual-camera apps capture simultaneously? No — some capture back-then-front sequentially (BeReal famously does). True simultaneous capture requires Apple’s multi-cam engine, which Selfie, MixCam and the apps above use.

Which alternative has vintage filters? Selfie — 50+ camera presets applied live to both cameras, for photos and dual video.