# Format vs Wanilla

The clearest difference is rating: Wanilla at 4.1 against Format's 1.0. Wanilla also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (46 vs 1). Format's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, review sentiment, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Wanilla sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month. Format asks for nothing beyond the download.

Wanilla holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Wanilla has 46 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 48% of Format's written reviews are positive against 40% of Wanilla's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Format ships an update every 2 months, Wanilla every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Format | Wanilla |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/format/id1080574504/reviews) | **[4.1 (46 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wanilla-no-code-app-builder/id1483784031/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **46** |
| Positive reviews | **47.6% of reviews** | 40.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 36 MB | 27 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Ideaform Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/879559190) | [Wanilla LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/682470905) |

## What reviewers say

### Format

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/format/id1080574504)

Build and manage a professional online portfolio with beautiful themes and integrated business tools. Showcase your work, promote and sell it, and update your site on the go. This platform supports creatives at every stage of their business.

**Highlights:** Build stunning online portfolios, Manage gallery and collection pages, Create and edit blog posts, Promote and sell your work, Update website on the go, Password protect galleries

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 👍 Straightforward design
- 👍 Professional looking websites
- 👍 Good for beginners
- 👍 Great for artists

**What reviewers complain about**

- 👎 Lacking mobile functionality
- 👎 Limited features on mobile
- 👎 No iPad version
- 👎 Basic and not useful
- 👎 Slow upload speeds

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes
- App freezes
- App quits
- Errors during large uploads
- Crashes when adding external links

**Requested features**

- iPad version
- iPad OS support
- Android version
- Client gallery viewing
- Client selection viewing


### Wanilla

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wanilla-no-code-app-builder/id1483784031)

Build and launch subscription-based mobile apps without any coding. Easily design user-friendly interfaces, integrate payments, and convert existing websites into functional apps. Ideal for entrepreneurs and creators looking to monetize content or services.

**Highlights:** No-code app builder, Drag-and-drop design, Web 2 app converter, Subscription & payment integration, Real-time app previews, Integrates with creator tools

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| UI Design to App Maker Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| UI Design to App Maker Yearly | $159.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Format free?

Format is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Wanilla free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Format or Wanilla?

Wanilla is rated higher. Format averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Wanilla averages 4.1 from 46 ratings.

### Do Format or Wanilla have ads?

Format shows ads; Wanilla does not.

### Which is updated more often, Format or Wanilla?

Format ships an update every 2 months, and Wanilla every 2 weeks. Most recently, Format was updated on September 18, 2026 and Wanilla on September 15, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*