BACKShared disposable event camera
ROLL vs GuestCam
Updated September 2026
ROLL saves every photo for one reveal moment, so the whole event lands at once. GuestCam takes the opposite approach, collecting photos and showing them live during the event.
ROLL · iPhone · iPad
At a glance
| ROLL | GuestCam | |
|---|---|---|
| Primary positioning | Shared disposable event camera | Event photo collection, gallery and live display |
| Approach | Deliberately delayed: one reveal after the event | Photo collection, gallery and live display during the event |
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 a surprise reveal rather than photos on screen during the event.
- Choose GuestCam if you want guests' photos shown live on a screen at the venue.
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 GuestCam's current plans before deciding.