Comparison

Pixel Shape vs Retroize

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

Head to head
About

Pixel Shape

Features
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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

About

Retroize

Features
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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.

Screenshots

Pixel Shape4 screens
Retroize4 screens

Verdict

The call

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

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

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.

Scorecard2 real differences ยท 4 level
Pixel Shape versus Retroize: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPixel ShapeRetroize
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksโ€”
AdsYesNo โ€” better
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac โ€” better
Requires iOS12.0 โ€” better15.0
Further details โ€” not scored
Size118 MB20 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFluocodeNekomimimi

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Pixel Shape

One-time2
  • Long text and Fonts$4.99
  • Shape Editor$4.99
1 purchases

Retroize

One-time1
  • Full Export$2.99

Questions

Is Pixel Shape free?
Pixel Shape is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Retroize free?
Retroize is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Pixel Shape or Retroize have ads?
Pixel Shape shows ads; Retroize does not.

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