Comparison

LightX vs Pholio

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

Head to head
About

LightX

Transform your photos and videos with a suite of AI-powered tools. Generate images from text, animate still pictures, create avatars, remove backgrounds, and enhance portraits. Edit videos, add graphics, and even replace clothing with AI.

Highlights
  • Text to Video AI
  • Image to Video AI
  • Sketch to Image AI
  • AI Image Extender
  • AI Background Remover
  • AI Avatar Generator
  • AI Magic Erase
Features
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LightX's latest update comes with a suite of Free AI-powered tools that empower you to enhance your photos in an instant; including: Text to Video AI Convert written narratives into video content, complete with visuals, motion automated scene creation, and customizable video styles Image to Video AI The AI that makes pictures move is here! Breathe life into your static images by animating them. Simply enter text prompts and the AI adds motions to still images Sketch to Image AI Turn Rough Sketches to AI generated Images. Upload your sketches or draw on our canvas, and see your creations transform into stunning visuals. Text to Image AI: Generate AI imagery, Stickers Explore your creativity with our AI image generator, generate unique images, png stickers based on your descriptions AI Image Extender Expand your pictures beyond their original borders. LightX AI expander intuitively outpaints the surroundings with details that match the existing elements. AI Background Remover and Changer An impressive AI background eraser that effortlessly deletes bg from images - Make photo transparent - Change background/ bg color of an image AI Background Generator Generate backgrounds through text prompts or access pre made scenes and settings AI Avatar Generator from Photo Create AI avatars from just one photo using our free AI avatar app. Choose from a variety of styles such as cartoon, anime, muscular, caricature and more to generate AI selfies and multiple unique AI profile pictures AI Portrait Generator and AI Character Generator from Text Turn photos to painting or characters, including Marvel, Hollywood, and popular AI Disney characters with the most sophisticated image to image AI tool AI Filters and AI Photo Enhancer for Breathtaking Photos Add Anime, Manga, or retro effects to images for dreamy results AI Product Photography and AI Product Shoot - Create ecommerce imagery with AI generated product photos - Generate AI Flyers, Posters, Product Ads for Instagram with aesthetic bg AI Magic Erase - Remove unwanted objects or people from photos seamlessly. - Remove watermark, text, glare, blemishes, red eye from image AI Hairstyles - Try out new hairstyles and hair colors for free with AI Hairstyles AI Headshots Generator: Create Professional AI generated headshots and pfp for LinkedIn, resumes, and more Photo and Video Editing Tools - LightX's video editor allows users to crop, resize, cut, rotate, and trim videos - Adjust picture contrast, white balance, gamma, color correction, and color grading - Blur background of images - Resize image Graphics Explore a rich library of 3D video elements, animated cliparts and over 10k customizable photo and video templates for every need. Enhance your graphic designs with curved text and circular text on photos. Subscription Options: Unlock all LightX Photo and Video Editor features with a pro subscription, available in weekly, monthly, or annual plans. Alternatively, purchase AI credits anytime, with no expiration. Auto-Renewal: Subscriptions automatically renew at the chosen package price. To avoid renewal charges, cancel at least 24 hours before the current subscription period ends. Billing: Subscription fees are charged to your iTunes account at the time of purchase confirmation. Subscription Management: You can manage your subscription and disable auto-renewal in your Account Settings post-purchase. Apple Policy Compliance: According to Apple policy, cancelling a current subscription during its active period is not permitted. Refunds: No refunds are provided for any unused portion of the term once the subscription is purchased. Terms of use: https://www.lightxeditor.com/terms/ Privacy policy: https://www.lightxeditor.com/privacy/ Need a little help? Write to us- ios.support@lightxapp.com

About

Pholio

Features
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Pholio è la piattaforma all-in-one che trasforma la tua consegna digitale in un'esperienza di vendita automatizzata. Tutto quello che serve al tuo Studio Progettato da fotografi per fotografi. Gallerie Clienti Gallerie eleganti, veloci e protette dove i tuoi clienti possono selezionare i preferiti con un click. Upselling Automatico I clienti scelgono formati e tipi di carta dalla galleria. Tu ricevi l'ordine pronto per il laboratorio. Gestione Ordini & PDF Genera riepiloghi d'ordine professionali in PDF con calcolo automatico dei costi per il cliente. Gestione Calendario Pianifica i tuoi servizi, gestisci le scadenze e visualizza gli eventi imminenti in una dashboard intuitiva. Archivio & Backup Traccia la posizione fisica dei tuoi file Master e delle copie di Backup (HD, Cloud, NAS) per non perdere mai uno scatto. Filtri Intelligenti Filtra istantaneamente le foto per categoria di evento, stato dei "Like" o configurazioni di stampa scelte dal cliente. Selezione Multipla Ottimizza il tempo: seleziona centinaia di foto e cambia categoria o impostazioni di stampa con un solo comando. Archivio Sicuro Consegna in totale sicurezza grazie al nostro sistema di protezione dei file e gestione granulare dei permessi. Dashboard Studio Tieni traccia di tutti i tuoi clienti, degli acconti ricevuti e delle somme dovute in tempo reale. Pacchetti Laboratorio Scarica uno ZIP organizzato con i file rinominati automaticamente per l'invio immediato in stampa. Modelli e Contratti Crea e salva i tuoi modelli legali. Invia contratti digitali ai tuoi clienti per una gestione burocratica senza carta. Formati e Carte Configura infiniti formati di stampa e tipologie di carta (Seta, Fine Art, Lucida) con listini prezzi dedicati. Tipologie Album Gestisci la scelta degli album: definisci copertine, numeri di pagine e materiali direttamente con il cliente. Account Illimitati Nessun limite al numero di clienti che puoi gestire. Ogni coppia, famiglia o azienda avrà il suo spazio privato dedicato. Riconoscimento Evento Scegli tra Matrimonio, Comunione o Compleanno: il sistema adatta i form e richiede automaticamente solo i dati necessari per quel tipo di evento. QR Code Dinamico Condividi la tua gallery in un istante. Genera un link unico o un QR Code fisico per permettere a chiunque di accedere alle foto dell'evento con un semplice click, ovunque si trovi. Shop & Stampe Un’esperienza di acquisto fluida con carrello sempre visibile. Offri ai tuoi clienti la possibilità di personalizzare l'ordine e ricevere stampe professionali con riepiloghi chiari e dettagliati. Servizi Extra Drone, Photobooth o secondo fotografo: aggiungi opzioni su misura per ogni evento. Il sistema calcola automaticamente il preventivo, permettendo ai clienti di comporre il pacchetto perfetto in totale autonomia.

Screenshots

LightX4 screens
Pholio4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Pholio at none against LightX's 9. Pholio also leads on ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. LightX sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Pholio asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
LightX versus Pholio: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLightXPholio
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (33K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews53.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings33K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size245 MB2 MB
Age rating12+17+
DeveloperAndor Communications Private LimitedFabio Sciacchitano

Bugs and requests

LightX

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • AI image generation producing low-quality results
  • Doodle tool shifting images when saving
  • Transparent backgrounds not working as expected
  • Inability to restore previous purchases

Requested features

5 requests
  • More free features and tools
  • Improved video editing capabilities
  • Better hand and ear detection in AI
  • Easier background removal process
  • Option to purchase a one-time lifetime license

Pholio

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

9 purchases

LightX

Subscriptions6
  • LightX Pro Weekly Membership$4.997 Days
  • LightX Pro Weekly Membership$6.997 Days
  • LightX Pro Monthly Membership$6.991 Month
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  • LightX Pro Monthly Membership$9.991 Month
  • LightX Pro Annual Membership7 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • LightX Pro Annual Membership$59.991 Year
One-time3
  • Premium Access Token$4.99
  • AI Credits$7.99
  • LightX Pro Lifetime Membership$69.99
None

Pholio

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is LightX free?
LightX is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Pholio free?
Pholio is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do LightX or Pholio have ads?
LightX shows ads; Pholio does not.

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