# Video Compressor & Reduce size vs Video Compressor App

Video Compressor & Reduce size and Video Compressor App both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 85% of Video Compressor & Reduce size's written reviews are positive against 0% of Video Compressor App's. Video Compressor & Reduce size also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and update cadence (every 11 days vs monthly). Video Compressor App's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, rating, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Video Compressor & Reduce size sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and Video Compressor App sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Video Compressor & Reduce size against 4.6 for Video Compressor App. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Video Compressor & Reduce size has 1.3K ratings behind it against 238, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 85% of Video Compressor & Reduce size's written reviews are positive against 0% of Video Compressor App's.

Video Compressor & Reduce size ships an update every 11 days, Video Compressor App monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Video Compressor & Reduce size | Video Compressor App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (1.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/video-compressor-and-reduce-size/id1135183644/reviews) | [4.6 (238 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/video-compressor-app-compress/id1663673513/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.3K** | 238 |
| Positive reviews | **84.7% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 11 days** | Monthly |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 135 MB | 25 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 16.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Tran Thi Hong Thanh](https://appshunter.io/developer/1052421453) | [AlgoTwist Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/543053355) |

## What reviewers say

### Video Compressor & Reduce size

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/video-compressor-and-reduce-size/id1135183644)

This app efficiently compresses video, image, and audio files on your iPhone and iPad without sacrificing quality. It's ideal for reducing file sizes for sharing on social media, email, or to save valuable device storage.

**Highlights:** Smart video compression, Multiple format support, Photo compression and resizer, Audio converter and compressor, Batch processing, Custom export settings, Lossless and high-quality modes

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Plan | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| 6 Month Premium | $9.99 | per 6 months |
| AI Compressor for Videos, Photos HD | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ⚡ Fast compression
- 📦 Reduces video file size
- 🤖 Easy to use
- 💰 Free version available
- 🆒 Useful for sharing videos

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Difficult to find export/save options
- 🔋 Drains device battery
- 🤖 Confusing user interface
- 📉 Significant quality loss with compression
- 🚫 Watermark added to compressed videos

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when trying to export videos
- Compressed videos not saving properly
- Inconsistent compression results
- Issues with password protection

**Requested features**

- Batch compression option
- More compression quality settings
- Ability to delete compressed videos
- Support for additional file formats


### Video Compressor App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/video-compressor-app-compress/id1663673513)

Free up device storage by compressing videos to smaller sizes. Easily reduce file sizes for sharing or to reclaim space on your phone. Choose your desired quality and approximate size for compressed videos.

**Highlights:** Compress videos to save space, Resize videos, Choose desired approximate size, Reduce video file size for sharing, Free up device storage

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Premium Yearly | $14.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Full Access | $13.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Full Access | $19.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Full Access | $29.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Video Compressor & Reduce size free?

Video Compressor & Reduce size is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Video Compressor App free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Video Compressor & Reduce size or Video Compressor App?

Video Compressor & Reduce size and Video Compressor App are both rated 4.6 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1.3K and 238 ratings respectively.

### Do Video Compressor & Reduce size or Video Compressor App have ads?

Video Compressor & Reduce size shows ads; Video Compressor App does not.

### Which is updated more often, Video Compressor & Reduce size or Video Compressor App?

Video Compressor & Reduce size ships an update every 11 days, and Video Compressor App monthly. Most recently, Video Compressor & Reduce size was updated on October 16, 2026 and Video Compressor App on October 14, 2026.

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