Comparison

MetaX vs EXIF Buddy

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

Head to head
About

MetaX

Edit and remove photo metadata like EXIF and GPS data. This tool allows for precise modification of capture dates and camera information, or complete removal of sensitive details before sharing. All processing is done locally on your device for enhanced privacy.

Highlights
  • Inspect EXIF, TIFF, and GPS metadata
  • Modify capture dates and GPS coordinates
  • Remove sensitive metadata
  • Overwrite original or save new copy
  • Organize edited photos in a dedicated album
  • Local processing for privacy
Features
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Take full control of your photo metadata. MetaX is a clean, powerful tool designed for photographers and privacy-conscious users. Inspect detailed EXIF data, correct timestamps and locations, or remove metadata entirely before sharing, all within an intuitive, distraction-free interface. What you can do with MetaX: • Deep Inspection: Access comprehensive EXIF, TIFF, and GPS metadata. • Precision Editor: Modify capture dates, GPS coordinates, and camera information. • Privacy Clean: Instantly remove sensitive metadata with a single tap. • Smart Saving: Choose to overwrite the original or save a new copy. • MetaX Album: Edited photos are automatically organized in a dedicated album. • Secure & Local: All processing happens on your device. Nothing is uploaded. • Universal Design: Fully optimized for iPhone and iPad in any orientation.

About

EXIF Buddy

Features
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Ever wondered what hidden information your photos contain? Every digital photo stores detailed metadata — from camera settings and GPS coordinates to timestamps and copyright info. EXIF Buddy makes all of this visible at a glance and lets you take full control. ▸ INSTANT OVERVIEW Select any photo from your library and instantly see all metadata organized in clear, easy-to-read sections: image details, camera & lens info, exposure settings, date & time, location with map preview, and author information. ▸ LOCATION ON THE MAP Photos with GPS data show the exact shooting location on an interactive map preview — including the resolved place name through automatic reverse geocoding. ▸ FILE SIZE & IMAGE DETAILS Quickly check file size, dimensions, resolution, color profile, and format — essential info that the built-in Photos app doesn't show you. ▸ SHARE EXTENSION Access metadata directly from the Photos app or any other app via the Share menu. No need to switch apps — just tap Share and select EXIF Buddy. ▸ DESIGNED FOR iPHONE & iPAD Enjoy optimized layouts for both devices. On iPad, a side-by-side split view lets you browse photos and inspect metadata simultaneously. — EXIF BUDDY PRO (One-Time Purchase) — Unlock the full editing power: ▸ EDIT ALL METADATA Modify any field — aperture, shutter speed, ISO, focal length, camera model, artist, copyright, description, and many more. ▸ CORRECT DATE & TIME Fix timestamps on individual photos using a convenient date picker. ▸ EDIT GPS LOCATION Add, change, or remove GPS coordinates. Perfect for geotagging photos from cameras without built-in GPS. ▸ BATCH EDITING Select up to 50 photos and apply changes to all at once — set artist, copyright, or GPS data across an entire series in seconds. ▸ TIME SHIFT Correct wrong timestamps across multiple photos by shifting hours and minutes forward or backward. The ideal solution when your camera had the wrong timezone set while traveling. ▸ REMOVE ALL METADATA Strip all metadata with one tap for maximum privacy before sharing online. ▸ SAVE & SHARE Save edited photos as new copies to your library or share them directly via AirDrop, Messages, Mail, and more. One-time purchase. No subscription. Pay once, use forever. Your privacy matters: All processing happens entirely on your device. Your photos are never uploaded to any server.

Screenshots

EXIF Buddy4 screens

Verdict

The call

MetaX and EXIF Buddy are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. MetaX sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and EXIF Buddy sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
MetaX versus EXIF Buddy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMetaXEXIF Buddy
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (12 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews70.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings12 — better—
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.617.6
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYuhan ChenFlorian Schimanke

In-app purchases

2 purchases

MetaX

One-time2
  • Apple Juice$0.99
  • Apple Pie$3.99
1 purchases

EXIF Buddy

One-time1
  • EXIF Buddy Pro$0.99

Questions

Is MetaX free?
MetaX is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is EXIF Buddy free?
EXIF Buddy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do MetaX or EXIF Buddy have ads?
Neither MetaX nor EXIF Buddy shows ads.

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