# Video Story vs LikeMe Studio

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: LikeMe Studio at none against Video Story's 4. LikeMe Studio also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 4 months). Video Story's advantage is ratings volume (19 vs 1). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Video Story sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. LikeMe Studio asks for nothing beyond the download.

LikeMe Studio holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Video Story has 19 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Video Story ships an update every 4 months, LikeMe Studio fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Video Story | LikeMe Studio |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (19 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/video-story-slideshow-maker/id1114389668/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/likeme-studio/id1569361257/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **19** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 18.2% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 36 MB | 59 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **10.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Filip Nikolic](https://appshunter.io/developer/1025916829) | [ARPRODUCTION](https://appshunter.io/developer/1066774338) |

## What reviewers say

### Video Story

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/video-story-slideshow-maker/id1114389668)

Transform your photos into captivating slideshow movies with music and effects. Create engaging video stories from your favorite moments, perfect for sharing on social media. Easily add frames, transitions, and songs to make your memories unforgettable.

**Highlights:** Photo slideshow creation, Add music and songs, Customizable frames, Transition effects, Photo ordering, Video preview, Social media sharing

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| Up to 20 Photos | $1.99 | one-time |
| Unlock All Frames | $1.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer – Unlock All | $2.99 | one-time |


### LikeMe Studio

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/likeme-studio/id1569361257)

Bring your photos to life with augmented reality. Simply point your camera at a QR code provided by the studio, and watch your images animate magically. Perfect for branded frames, photo magnets, and albums.

**Highlights:** Augmented reality photo animation, QR code integration, Animate branded frames, Animate photo magnets, Animate photo albums, Animate banners

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Video Story free?

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

### Is LikeMe Studio free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Video Story or LikeMe Studio?

LikeMe Studio is rated higher. Video Story averages 4.6 out of 5 from 19 ratings, while LikeMe Studio averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Video Story or LikeMe Studio have ads?

Video Story shows ads; LikeMe Studio does not.

### Which is updated more often, Video Story or LikeMe Studio?

Video Story ships an update every 4 months, and LikeMe Studio fortnightly. Most recently, Video Story was updated on October 24, 2026 and LikeMe Studio on October 24, 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.*