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UniFi Timelapser

Free#30 of 36 in Time-Lapse Software

UniFi Timelapser: A free, focused dashboard for scheduling UniFi captures and producing downloadable timelapses. Ranked #30 of 36 in Time-Lapse Software by our editors (5.1/10); pricing: Free; best for uniFi camera self-hosting.

5.1/10Editor score

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At a glance

Editor score
5.1 / 10
Pricing
Free
Best for
UniFi camera self-hosting
Paid from
Free
Facts checked
21 Oct 2026

Where it wins
- Schedules RTSP captures with configurable frequencies and time windows
- Generates timelapses in every-capture, periodic, or manual-only modes
- Includes status monitoring, frame browsing, downloads, and retention cleanup
Where it doesn't
- Requires self-hosted deployment through Docker or a local Python setup
- Works with UniFi cameras and configured RTSP streams
- YAML configuration and environment overrides suit technically comfortable users

Our verdict on UniFi Timelapser

UniFi Timelapser is a free, self-hosted web application for UniFi camera users who want scheduled image capture and automated timelapse production. Distributed as a Docker container, it captures frames from configured camera RTSP streams, stores them, and presents camera health, capture counts, frames, and downloadable videos in a responsive dashboard. Solo users and small teams managing their own camera systems are the clearest fit, especially when they want control over where images and generated videos are kept.

Scheduling and timelapse generation are the product’s central strengths. Capture frequency and operating windows are configurable, while automatic generation supports every-capture, periodic, or manual-only modes. The frame browser provides a way to review captured images, and exports are available as MP4, MOV, and WebM files. Retention and automatic cleanup cover images, timelapses, and logs, with compression and checkpoint options included. These controls make the software suitable for recurring monitoring workflows rather than one-off video creation.

Deployment stays focused on self-hosting: it can run with Docker Compose or directly from Python on a local system. YAML configuration supports environment-variable overrides, giving administrators a structured way to manage settings across deployments. The integration scope is intentionally narrow, centered on UniFi cameras and RTSP streams, so teams using other camera ecosystems should look elsewhere. Choose UniFi Timelapser when a free, camera-specific scheduler and dashboard match your infrastructure; choose an alternative when you need a hosted service, broader camera compatibility, or a less technical setup path.

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UniFi Timelapser pricing

Plans FreeFree Free to use — no paid tier required for the core job.

See plans on github.com

UniFi Timelapser fact sheet

Free plan	Not verified
Paid from	Free
Deflicker tools	Not verified
Camera control	Not verified
Interval scheduling	Yes
RAW photo support	Not verified
Sequence input	Camera
Supported platforms	web, self_hosted
Export formats	mp4, mov, webm
Deployment	Self-hosted
Platforms	Web
Built for	Solo, Small business (editorial estimate)
Integrations	2 integrations: UniFi cameras, RTSP streams
Pricing	Free
Website	github.com
Facts checked	21 Oct 2026

UniFi Timelapser integrations

UniFi Timelapser lists 2 integrations on its own site.

UniFi cameras
RTSP streams

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