# Exif Metadata vs Image Optimizer

The clearest difference is rating: Exif Metadata at 4.6 against Image Optimizer's 1.0. Exif Metadata also leads on ratings volume (6K vs 1). Image Optimizer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Exif Metadata sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Image Optimizer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Exif Metadata holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Exif Metadata has 6K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Exif Metadata | Image Optimizer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/exif-metadata/id1455197364/reviews)** | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/image-optimizer-resize-and-crop/id6739362872/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **6K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 41.6% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 15 MB | 36 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [New Marketing Lab, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1080727702) | [Muhammad Awais Younas](https://appshunter.io/developer/1771187232) |

## What reviewers say

### Exif Metadata

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/exif-metadata/id1455197364)

Easily view, edit, and remove metadata, including GPS location, from your photos. Protect your privacy by stripping personal data before sharing images online. This tool is essential for photographers and everyday users alike.

**Highlights:** View Exif metadata, Edit Exif metadata, Remove Exif metadata, Bulk edit metadata, Filter photos, Photo extension

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Exif Metadata Pro (monthly) | $4.99 | per month |
| Exif Metadata Pro (annual) | $9.99 | per year |
| Exif Metadata Pro (lifetime) | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Removes metadata
- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 🔒 Protects privacy
- 💡 Integrates with Photos app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and bugs
- 💸 Intrusive ads in free version
- 🚫 Limited functionality in free version
- 🚫 Doesn't support HEIF/HEIC format

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when opening folders
- Doesn't always save metadata changes
- Fails to remove all metadata (e.g. date/time)

**Requested features**

- Batch editing for multiple photos
- Support for video metadata editing
- Easier photo selection (by folder, date, etc.)
- More detailed EXIF data editing


### Image Optimizer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/image-optimizer-resize-and-crop/id6739362872)

Easily adjust image dimensions, trim photos, and reduce file sizes without sacrificing quality. This tool offers a user-friendly interface for quick editing and optimization, perfect for social media or saving storage space.

**Highlights:** Resize images, Crop photos, Compress photos, Flip images, High-quality output, User-friendly interface

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Exif Metadata free?

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

### Is Image Optimizer free?

Image Optimizer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Exif Metadata or Image Optimizer?

Exif Metadata is rated higher. Exif Metadata averages 4.6 out of 5 from 6K ratings, while Image Optimizer averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Exif Metadata or Image Optimizer have ads?

Both Exif Metadata and Image Optimizer show ads.

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