Pixel Shape vs Retroize
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
Pixel Shape
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Use words or shapes to remake a picture. Bored of zero-dimensional pixels, replace them with words or shapes that you choose or create your own shapes to remake your pictures with them. Non-Latin characters allowed
Retroize
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Retroize is an iPhone and iPad video converter that turns your videos into an 8-bit-inspired or retro-styled look and lets you share or save the result as a video file. Choose videos from Photos or Files, then adjust palettes, dithering, working resolution, output FPS, and audio settings in one focused workflow. โ Retro palettes for different looks Choose from retro PC monochrome and color palettes, handheld-style green, phosphor green, 8-bit-inspired console colors, sepia tone, pink violet, traditional Japanese colors, mineral pigments, indigo dye, fresco earth, and original color. โ Dithering for texture Select fine grid (Bayer 4x4), wide grid (Bayer 8x8), or soft grain (blue noise). Reduce banding from color reduction and add a classic retro texture. โ Control resolution and FPS Tune the working scale, output size, and output FPS. Create a classic low-resolution, low-frame-rate feel, or keep a modern resolution while applying palette conversion. โ One-frame preview Preview a representative frame before export. Check the look as you adjust settings, so it is easier to find the right style. โ Retro-style audio Keep the original audio, or lower the sample rate for a retro-style sound. โ iPhone and iPad export Export MP4 video files, then use the system share sheet to save, send, or open the exported video in another app. Note: HDR and wide-color videos are processed as standard-color MP4 files. HDR brightness and wide-color information are not preserved. [Free version and full export] The free version exports the first 10 seconds of each video. Unlock Full Export with an in-app purchase to export the entire video. Export length may also depend on device performance and available storage.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Retroize at none against Pixel Shape's shown. Pixel Shape's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Pixel Shape sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Retroize sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | Pixel Shape | Retroize |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | โ |
| Ads | Yes | No โ better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac โ better |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 โ better | 15.0 |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 118 MB | 20 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Fluocode | Nekomimimi |
In-app purchases
Pixel Shape
- Long text and Fonts$4.99
- Shape Editor$4.99
Retroize
- Full Export$2.99









