# Photo Frames Editor vs Layout

The clearest difference is monetization model: Photo Frames Editor at free with in-app purchases against Layout's subscription. Photo Frames Editor also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.6). Layout's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs monthly) and chart position (#12 vs unranked). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Photo Frames Editor sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Layout sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Photo Frames Editor holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 29K and 46K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 95% of Photo Frames Editor's written reviews are positive against 89% of Layout's.

Photo Frames Editor ships an update monthly, Layout every 5 days. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Photo Frames Editor | Layout |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (29K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-frames-editor-framify/id1042079784/reviews)** | [4.6 (46K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/layout-photo-collage-maker/id1472157401/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 29K | **46K** |
| Positive reviews | **95.1% of reviews** | 88.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | — | **#12** |
| Size | 115 MB | 187 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.2 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Ankur Chauhan](https://appshunter.io/developer/1331148992) | [Fitness Labs](https://appshunter.io/developer/1151052132) |

## What reviewers say

### Photo Frames Editor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-frames-editor-framify/id1042079784)

Easily enhance your photos with a vast collection of frames and filters. Customize your images with over 2700 picture frames and 40+ effects. Add text and crop your photos to create beautiful, personalized memories.

**Highlights:** Over 2700 picture frames, 40+ photo filters, Photo cropper, Fast photo frame editor, Change frame color, Add text to frames

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Framify Monthly Subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| Annual Subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| Complete Unlock | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 User-friendly
- 🎨 Variety of frames
- 💡 Themed frames for occasions
- 🎨 Easy to use and adjust photos
- 👍 Enhances photos

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
- 💸 Ads can be intrusive
- 🔒 Subscription model concerns
- 🎨 Some frames cover too much of the photo

**Reported bugs**

- Issues with saving edited photos
- Frames failing to download properly
- Crashes and freezes on certain devices

**Requested features**

- More frame options for pets, travel, and other themes
- Ability to rotate/adjust photos within frames
- Text editing and customization options
- Ability to save edited photos to device


### Layout

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/layout-photo-collage-maker/id1472157401)

**Currently charting:** #12 Top Grossing · Graphics & Design, #20 Top Free · Graphics & Design (US App Store)

Easily combine your favorite photos into stunning collages with a wide variety of layouts, shapes, and styles. Enhance your creations with filters and share unique visual stories. The app offers a flexible, quick, and simple workflow for creating eye-catching content.

**Highlights:** Wide array of layouts, shapes, and styles, Rotate, resize, and rearrange photos freely, Extensive collection of filters, Video collages for Instagram, Simple and quick workflow, Instagram-ready grid templates

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Collage Maker Pro | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Photo Collage Maker | $4.99 | per month |
| Collage Maker Pro | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Collage Pro | $19.99 | per year |
| Photo Collage maker Pro | $29.99 | per year |
| Collage Pro | $29.99 | per year |
| Photo Collage Maker Pro | $29.99 | per year |
| Collage Maker Pro - Family Plan | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Straightforward and efficient
- 💡 Lots of free features and customization options
- ⭐ Great app for creating collages
- 👌 Simple and user-friendly interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Limited access to premium features without subscription
- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
- 💰 Subscription model can be costly for some users
- 🔍 Lack of advanced editing tools

**Reported bugs**

- Difficulty uploading recent photos
- Inconsistent behavior when rotating or resizing images
- Saving issues and lost progress

**Requested features**

- More free layout and design options
- Ability to resize and reposition photos within templates
- Integration with social media platforms
- Improved photo editing capabilities


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Photo Frames Editor free?

Photo Frames Editor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Layout free?

Layout is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Photo Frames Editor or Layout?

Photo Frames Editor is rated higher. Photo Frames Editor averages 4.8 out of 5 from 29K ratings, while Layout averages 4.6 from 46K ratings.

### Do Photo Frames Editor or Layout have ads?

Neither Photo Frames Editor nor Layout shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Photo Frames Editor or Layout?

Photo Frames Editor ships an update monthly, and Layout every 5 days. Most recently, Photo Frames Editor was updated on September 25, 2026 and Layout on September 25, 2026.

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