# Video Star Editor vs Capshare

The clearest difference is rating: Capshare at 4.7 against Video Star Editor's 3.9. Capshare also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). Video Star Editor's advantage is iOS requirement (12.1 vs 14.6). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Video Star Editor sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Capshare sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Capshare holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 238 and 143 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 63% and 64% positive.

Video Star Editor ships an update every 3 months, Capshare every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Video Star Editor | Capshare |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (238 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/video-star-editor/id1137007401/reviews) | **[4.7 (143 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/capshare-video-editor/id1458179979/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **238** | 143 |
| Positive reviews | 63.5% of reviews | **63.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 91 MB | 181 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.1** | 14.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Tarika Sultana](https://appshunter.io/developer/1135746252) | [Capshare Media Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/727772553) |

## What reviewers say

### Video Star Editor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/video-star-editor/id1137007401)

Create stunning videos with a powerful yet user-friendly editor. Easily trim, add effects, text, and music to your clips. Share your creations instantly or save them for later.

**Highlights:** Intuitive video editing interface, Trim, cut, merge, and split clips, Apply filters, effects, and transitions, Add text, titles, and captions, Import and edit audio tracks, Create photo and video collages, Export in various resolutions and formats

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock All Feature | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fun and easy to use
- 👍 Lots of editing options
- 💡 Allows video creation
- 🎨 Good for making TikTok videos

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes when trying to add music
- 🔋 Too many ads
- 🔒 Paid version doesn't remove all ads
- 👎 Confusing to navigate

**Reported bugs**

- Logging out when trying to add music
- Inability to save videos

**Requested features**

- More advanced editing tools
- Ability to add transitions
- Better music integration
- Clearer instructions for new users


### Capshare

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/capshare-video-editor/id1458179979)

Easily create stunning videos from photos and clips for any occasion, from birthdays to holidays. Utilize pre-made templates and AI-powered tools for professional-looking results in minutes, no experience needed. Add music, effects, and custom elements to personalize your creations.

**Highlights:** Video creation from photos and clips, Template-based video editing, AI-generated stickers and overlays, Automatic slideshows and smart transitions, Pan & Zoom (Ken Burns) effect, Speed control (slow motion, reverse, freeze), Customizable music and audio tracks

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| HILIGHTS Video Editor | $9.99 | per year |
| Annual Subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| Annual Subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium Subscription | $24.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Video Star Editor free?

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

### Is Capshare free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Video Star Editor or Capshare?

Capshare is rated higher. Video Star Editor averages 3.9 out of 5 from 238 ratings, while Capshare averages 4.7 from 143 ratings.

### Do Video Star Editor or Capshare have ads?

Video Star Editor shows ads; Capshare does not.

### Which is updated more often, Video Star Editor or Capshare?

Video Star Editor ships an update every 3 months, and Capshare every 3 weeks. Most recently, Video Star Editor was updated on September 27, 2026 and Capshare on September 25, 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.*