# LightX vs Pholio

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | LightX | Pholio |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (33K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lightx-ai-generator-and-editor/id1400740705/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **33K** | — |
| Positive reviews | 53.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 245 MB | 2 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Andor Communications Private Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1110639443) | [Fabio Sciacchitano](https://appshunter.io/developer/1037897081) |

## What reviewers say

### LightX

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lightx-ai-generator-and-editor/id1400740705)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| LightX Pro Weekly Membership | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| LightX Pro Weekly Membership | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| LightX Pro Monthly Membership | $6.99 | per month |
| LightX Pro Monthly Membership | $9.99 | per month |
| LightX Pro Annual Membership | $39.99 | per year |
| LightX Pro Annual Membership | $59.99 | per year |
| Premium Access Token | $4.99 | one-time |
| AI Credits | $7.99 | one-time |
| LightX Pro Lifetime Membership | $69.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🎨 Great photo editing features
- 🚀 Powerful AI tools
- 💡 Versatile app with many options
- 🌟 Impressive results

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Paywall for many features
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🤔 Confusing UI and navigation
- 🚫 Inability to cancel subscription

**Reported bugs**

- 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**

- 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

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pholio/id6761163748)

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked 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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