BACKShared disposable event camera
ROLL vs Glint
Updated September 2026
ROLL is a disposable camera for your event, with a delayed reveal of everything your guests shot. Glint is a wedding photo-sharing option built on guest contributions.
ROLL · iPhone · iPad
At a glance
| ROLL | Glint | |
|---|---|---|
| Primary positioning | Shared disposable event camera | Wedding photo sharing / guest contributions |
| Approach | Disposable-camera identity with a delayed reveal | Wedding photo sharing and guest contributions |
Why people choose ROLL
- No app, no account for guestsGuests scan a QR code and start shooting in seconds through an App Clip.
- Nothing until you developEvery photo stays sealed until you reveal the roll, so the whole event lands at once.
- One flat price per eventFree to download, free for every guest, no subscription.
- Full-resolution originalsExport full-size photos and share an optional web gallery anyone can browse and download.
- Plan the whole eventInvitations, an event web page and RSVPs in the Hub, alongside the camera.
Which should you choose?
- Choose ROLL if you want the disposable-camera feel and a reveal of the whole event at once.
- Choose Glint if you want general photo sharing from guests without the hidden-roll mechanic.
Before you decide
Start with the workflow you actually need. The practical differences to check are platform support, how much setup it takes, where your data is processed or stored, which parts of the workflow are automated, and whether the pricing model matches how often you will use the app. If you want every guest shooting on one roll and a reveal everyone remembers, ROLL does it with no app for guests and one flat price per event.
Competitor features, platforms and prices change often. Check Glint's current plans before deciding.