# CollaPic vs Phonto

The clearest difference is monetization model: CollaPic at free with in-app purchases against Phonto's subscription. CollaPic also leads on ratings volume (28 vs 4). Phonto'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. CollaPic sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month and Phonto sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 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 — 4.4 for CollaPic against 4.5 for Phonto. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CollaPic has 28 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | CollaPic | Phonto |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (28 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/collapic-carousel-video-layout/id1378853641/reviews) | **[4.5 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/phonto-image-art/id6448539050/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **28** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 83.3% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Weekly | — |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 256 MB | 205 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 14.4 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Polymath Company Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1072350394) | [iGeniusDev Technology](https://appshunter.io/developer/664580924) |

## What reviewers say

### CollaPic

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/collapic-carousel-video-layout/id1378853641)

Create expressive photo and video collages with dynamic typography and artistic elements. Design visually striking content for social media platforms with flexible tools and diverse fonts. Perfect for creators and brands looking to make their messages stand out.

**Highlights:** Expressive photo and video collages, Dynamic typographic layouts, Stylish text overlays for video, Curved text, badges, and artistic elements, 3D effects, gradients, and shadows, Professional filters and overlays, High-resolution social media exports

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Typhoto Premium | $6.99 | per month |
| Premium Life time | $69.99 | one-time |


### Phonto

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/phonto-image-art/id6448539050)

Transform your photos with a wide array of editing tools, including text overlays, filters, and collage creation. Easily add captions, effects, and stickers to make your images stand out. Share your creations directly to social media.

**Highlights:** Customizable text overlays, Diverse filters and effects, Precise image adjustments, Effortless collage maker, Stickers and decorative overlays, Texture and background options, Direct social media sharing

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PicsArt for insta story | $2.99 | per month |
| All-in-One Photo Editor | $24.99 | per year |
| Buying Life Time | $39.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is CollaPic free?

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

### Is Phonto free?

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

### Which has better reviews, CollaPic or Phonto?

Phonto is rated higher. CollaPic averages 4.4 out of 5 from 28 ratings, while Phonto averages 4.5 from 4 ratings.

### Do CollaPic or Phonto have ads?

CollaPic shows ads; Phonto does not.

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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.*