Comparison

Sidepic vs Other Storage

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Sidepic

This app provides a separate space to store photos, keeping them out of your main device library. Easily import images from various sources, including your camera roll, clipboard, and cloud storage, for organized, private access.

Highlights
  • Separate photo library
  • Import from Photo Library
  • Paste from clipboard
  • Share from other apps
  • Import from iCloud Drive
  • Direct camera capture
  • Unlimited photo storage unlock
Features
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Sidepic stores images separate from your main photo library. It’s perfect for pictures you don’t want cluttering your photo library. Maybe it’s pics you don’t want synced by the Photos app, images you gather from the web, or any photos you just want to keep separate. Sidepic stores photos on your device so they are always available, just off to the side. It’s easy to get photos into Sidepic: – add from the Photos app – add from the Files app – add from any other app that can share an image – capture directly from the Camera app – paste images from the clipboard – drag and drop from your Mac – sync from an SMB server (Pro only) Sidepic includes handy interface features: – sort by newest or oldest – flag low-resolution images – view basic details about images (size, resolution, and date) – switch between square previews or original aspect ratio – change the app icon (light or dark) Try out Sidepic with up to 50 photos. To store more photos, upgrade to Sidepic Unlimited (in-app purchase). To do even more, upgrade to Sidepic Pro (in-app purchase) and unlock SMB server sync, duplicate photo detection, basic cropping, background privacy, plus unlimited photos. If you’ve already purchased Sidepic Unlimited, you’ll automatically see a discounted upgrade price for Sidepic Pro.

About

Other Storage

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You can store photos and videos that you don't want others to see separately from the standard photo app. Simple design and intuitive use! Passcode lock for peace of mind! Photos imported into the app can be easily deleted from the standard photo app. ◯App features  1. Simple design and intuitive operation  2. Passcode lock for privacy protection  3. Images are saved as is without compression or resizing, so the image quality remains beautiful  4. You can slide through albums and enlarge images ◯Precautions for use ・Do not save photo and video data only in this app, but be sure to create a backup.  Please note that the app creator is not responsible for any unexpected data loss. ・When using the passcode lock, be sure to remember the number by writing it down in a memo or other way.  The passcode is only known to the user, and cannot be viewed. ◯Please refer to the following for terms of use. 1.Privacy Policy: https://doc-hosting.flycricket.io/other-storage-privacy-policy/6e3ff3d9-6c82-4b8a-a588-3c61b85ab838/privacy/ 2.Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Sidepic4 screens
Other Storage4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Other Storage at every 3 days against Sidepic's every 7 months. Other Storage also leads on iOS requirement (16.0 vs 26.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Sidepic sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Other Storage sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Sidepic ships an update every 7 months, Other Storage every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Sidepic versus Other Storage: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSidepicOther Storage
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS26.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB17 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWells Consulting LLCSatoshi Mori

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Sidepic

One-time3
  • Sidepic Unlimited$0.99
  • Sidepic Pro Upgrade$1.99
  • Sidepic Pro$2.99
1 purchases

Other Storage

Subscriptions1
  • Premium plan$2.991 Year

Questions

Is Sidepic free?
Sidepic is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Other Storage free?
Other Storage is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Sidepic or Other Storage have ads?
Neither Sidepic nor Other Storage shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Sidepic or Other Storage?
Sidepic ships an update every 7 months, and Other Storage every 3 days. Most recently, Sidepic was updated on September 22, 2026 and Other Storage on October 13, 2026.

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