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MixCam alternatives for iPhone (2026)

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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.

Check these for yourself

Features and pricing change. These are the primary sources for every app named above, so you can verify what is written here rather than take our word for it:

Selfie: front and back camera at once, with vintage filters.

Selfie is developed by Engcraft, LLC, the team behind several AI and camera apps on the App Store. Contact: useselfieapp@gmail.com