Comparison

SELPHY Photo Layout vs piXPost XP

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

Head to head
About

SELPHY Photo Layout

Create and save custom photo layouts for printing with compatible devices. Decorate images with stamps and text, arrange multiple photos in collages, or print ID photos. Supports various paper sizes and printing functions for personalized photo output.

Highlights
  • Create and save custom photo layouts
  • Wireless printing with SELPHY printers
  • Decorate and arrange photos in collages
  • Print ID photos
  • Shuffle and custom size printing
  • Add stamps, text, and QR codes
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SELPHY Photo Layout is an application that allows you to create/save layouts of images to be printed with SELPHY using images stored on your smartphone or tablet. [Key Features] - Connect your smartphone or tablet wirelessly with SELPHY printers and enjoy high-quality photo printing. ("Canon PRINT" must be installed separately for CP1300, CP1200, CP910, and CP900.) - Easily print photos directly from the ‘Photos’ menu. - Decorate and layout your photos freely with the ‘Collage’ menu before printing. [Supported Products] SELPHY CP Series - CP1500, CP1300, CP1200, CP910, CP900* SELPHY QX Series - QX20, SQUARE QX10 [System requirement] - iOS 17/18/26 - iPadOS 17/18/26 [Supported Images] - JPEG, PNG, HEIF [Supported Layouts / Functions ] SELPHY CP Series - Photos (Easily print an unmodified original photo) - Collage (Have fun decorating or arranging multiple photos before you print) - ID Photo (Print ID photos such as passport and driver’s license pictures from selfies.) - Shuffle (Select up to 20 images, and they will be automatically arranged and printed on one sheet.) - Custom Size (Print in any photo size) - Tiling (split the photo into multiple tiles to print large) - Snap a shot (Take a photo on the spot, decorate, and print) - Bookmark (Print in a bookmark-style layout) - Layout (Simply choose a photo to combine with a frame and print) - Reprint (Print additional copies from your previously printed collection.) - Collage Decoration Features (Include stamps, frames, text, paint tools, and embedded QR codes.) - Pattern Overcoat Processing (Only for CP1500). SELPHY QX Series - Photos (Easily print an unmodified original photo) - Collage (Have fun decorating or arranging multiple photos before you print) - Custom Size (Print in any photo size) - Snap a shot (Take a photo on the spot, decorate, and print) - Layout (Simply choose a photo to combine with a frame and print) - Reprint (Print additional copies from your previously printed collection.) - Collage Decoration Features (Include stamps, frames, and text.) - Pattern Overcoat Processing. - Card & Square Hybrid Printing / Borderless & Bordered Printing (Only for QX20). [Supported Paper Size] - All available SELPHY-specific paper sizes for purchase *1 SELPHY CP Series - Postcard Size - L (3R) Size - Card Size SELPHY QX Series - Square Sticker Paper for QX. - Card Sticker Paper for QX (Only for QX20). *1: availability may differ depending on region. [Important Notes] - If application does not operate properly, try again after shutting down the application. - Features and services available in this application may differ depending on the model, country or region, and environment. - Visit your local Canon Web pages for more details. * CP900 does not support printing in ad-hoc mode with "Canon Print". Please use it in infrastructure mode.

About

piXPost XP

Discover and share postal-related finds like stamps, postcards, and postboxes on a global map. Earn badges for your contributions and explore the stories behind mail from around the world. This community app is for philatelists and curious travelers alike.

Highlights
  • Map-based discovery of postal finds
  • Pinning for stamps, postcards, and postboxes
  • Upload images and short videos
  • Earn badges for contributions
  • Like posts and view global activity
  • Full-screen image/video viewer
Features
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piXPost is the world’s first map-based app for postal explorers. Share, discover, and celebrate the joy of stamps, postcards, postboxes — and the stories behind them. Whether you’re a seasoned philatelist or a casual traveler snapping photos of iconic boxes, piXPost lets you: -Drop pins for postal finds around the world -Choose from pin types like Stamps, Postcards, Postboxes, and Events -View and explore posts by location or theme -Earn badges for your contributions and discoveries -Like posts and view global activity -Upload up to 3 images and a short video per post New in version 1.3.8: XP1: Be the first to log a postbox and claim it! Full-screen image & video viewer with rotation support Improved filters, profiles, and badge system Admin-reviewed moderation for a safe, hobby-focused space piXPost is a community built by collectors, for collectors — and anyone curious about the world through the lens of mail.

Screenshots

SELPHY Photo Layout4 screens
piXPost XP4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: piXPost XP at 88% against SELPHY Photo Layout's 37%. piXPost XP also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 4 months) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). SELPHY Photo Layout's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On price 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. piXPost XP sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. SELPHY Photo Layout asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

piXPost XP holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SELPHY Photo Layout has 23K ratings behind it against 12, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 37% of SELPHY Photo Layout's written reviews are positive against 88% of piXPost XP's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SELPHY Photo Layout ships an update every 4 months, piXPost XP fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
SELPHY Photo Layout versus piXPost XP: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSELPHY Photo LayoutpiXPost XP
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (23K ratings)5.0 (12 ratings) — better
Positive reviews37.0% of reviews87.5% of reviews — better
Number of ratings23K — better12
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterAd-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size91 MB95 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCanon Inc.Graham Beck

Customer experience

SELPHY Photo Layout

All ratings22,051 ratings
Positive93.5%
Neutral1.4%
Negative5.1%
Written reviews1,235 reviews
Positive37.0%
Neutral8.9%
Negative54.1%

piXPost XP

All ratings11 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive87.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative12.5%

Bugs and requests

SELPHY Photo Layout

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • App freezes and crashes
  • Connectivity issues with newer devices
  • Unable to select or load photos
  • Inconsistent border sizes
  • Printing issues after recent updates

Requested features

6 requests
  • More layout and customization options
  • Ability to resize and reposition photos in layouts
  • Bring back N-up printing feature
  • Add more fonts, stickers, and overcoat options
  • Support for horizontal display on iPad
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  • Improve photo browsing and selection experience

piXPost XP

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

SELPHY Photo Layout

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

piXPost XP

One-time1
  • Additional Stamp Album Page$1.99

Questions

Is SELPHY Photo Layout free?
SELPHY Photo Layout is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is piXPost XP free?
piXPost XP is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, SELPHY Photo Layout or piXPost XP?
piXPost XP is rated higher. SELPHY Photo Layout averages 4.7 out of 5 from 23K ratings, while piXPost XP averages 5.0 from 12 ratings.
Do SELPHY Photo Layout or piXPost XP have ads?
piXPost XP shows ads; SELPHY Photo Layout does not.
Which is updated more often, SELPHY Photo Layout or piXPost XP?
SELPHY Photo Layout ships an update every 4 months, and piXPost XP fortnightly. Most recently, SELPHY Photo Layout was updated on November 4, 2026 and piXPost XP on October 30, 2026.

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