Exif Metadata vs Buffed
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Exif Metadata
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.
- View Exif metadata
- Edit Exif metadata
- Remove Exif metadata
- Bulk edit metadata
- Filter photos
- Photo extension
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Exif Metadata lets you quickly and easily view, edit, and remove metadata, including GPS location, from your iPhone and iPad photos. It is a must-have tool for serious photographers and casual iPhoneographers alike. 10 reasons to use Exif Metadata: - It's free to try - View, edit, or remove Exif metadata on the fly - View, edit, or remove location data from your photos - Bulk edit multiple photos at the same time - Filter photos missing location or metadata - Your photos are processed on device and never sent to a server - Extension lets you view metadata directly from the Photos app - Works on both iPhone and iPad - Supports Dark Mode - Highly rated with an average of 4.5 stars REAL REVIEWS FROM REAL USERS "Still the best app for editing Exif metadata." -- by iPad User 0222 "As a conscientious parent, I am reluctant to share photos of my children on-line. This app clears any personal data and eases my concerns. Plus it is very straight forward and easy to use." -- by T puffin "This app is perfect in its simplicity. It’s the only exif app i have found which allows you to view metadata within the camera roll - awesome!" -- by Fshhshsns "EXIF Metadata does exactly what it says it will do. It’s extremely easy to use and the customer support is great. The inexpensive lifetime Pro version is worth every penny." -- by Apple TV Fan "Very clean interface, does its job very well. If you want to bulk update the metadata on a collection of photos (eg imported from somewhere else) this is your solution. Highly recommend." -- by JT Player FEATURES SPOTLIGHT View Exif metadata: - View basic photo information at a glance - View 50+ metadata tags - View location data such as GPS data, address, map location Edit Exif metadata: - Edit aperture, exposure, date, time, author, description, copyright, and more - Edit geotags or spoof location Filter photos: - Pro users can filter photos missing location and Exif metadata Remove Exif metadata: - Remove GPS location data independently of other Exif data - Remove all metadata at once Bulk edit metadata: - Pro users can edit metadata of multiple photos at once Clean & simple design: - Optimized for iPhone and iPad - Supports Dark Mode Photo extension: - Access metadata of your photos directly from the Photos app Protect your privacy: - Easily share photos online without any metadata This app works with: - All photos in your iPhone or iPad camera roll, except ProRAW photos - Photos in iCloud Photo Library - Photos in Photo Stream Exif Metadata Pro: The Pro version of Exif Metadata can be purchased via an annual subscription or one-time payment to remove ads and gain the ability to edit metadata for multiple photos at once. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at the confirmation of purchase. The subscription automatically renews every year unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your App Store account settings after purchase. Terms of use: https://www.sixstarapps.com/terms/ Privacy policy: https://www.sixstarapps.com/privacy/ HAVE QUESTIONS OR NEED HELP? If you have any question about the app, or need help about something, please do not hesitate to contact us at www.SixStarApps.com. We’ll be happy to help!
Buffed
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Buffed removes hidden metadata from your photos and videos before you share them: instantly, privately, and entirely on your device. Every photo you take is embedded with data you probably didn't know was there: your exact GPS coordinates, the make and model of your camera, the date and time the shot was taken, your device serial number, and more. Buffed strips all of it in seconds. WHAT GETS REMOVED • GPS coordinates (latitude, longitude, altitude) • Camera make, model, and lens information • Timestamps: date taken, modified, and digitized • Device identifiers and serial numbers • Author name and copyright strings • Software version and processing settings • Exposure, aperture, ISO, and shutter speed • Color profile and orientation tags • Video encoder, creation date, and location tags HOW IT WORKS Select photos or videos from your library or Files app. Buffed processes each file to remove all metadata. Images are re-encoded through Apple's imaging pipeline; videos are remuxed with metadata tracks cleared. The clean file is saved back to your Photos library or exported wherever you choose. That's it. COMPLETELY PRIVATE Buffed processes everything locally on your device using Apple's built-in frameworks. There are no servers, no uploads, no analytics, no SDKs, and no internet connection required ever. We don't know who you are, what files you process, or even that you opened the app. SUPPORTS • JPEG, PNG, HEIC, HEIF • MP4, MOV, and more • Photos library picker and Files app • Save cleaned files directly back to Photos Buffed is free. If it saves you time or peace of mind, a small tip from the Support screen keeps development going. By using this app you agree to the following: Privacy policy: https://www.clamquest.com/legal/buffed-privacy Terms of use: https://www.clamquest.com/legal/buffed-terms
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Buffed at none against Exif Metadata's shown. Buffed also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs fortnightly). Exif Metadata's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 26.0). On price, in-app purchases and device support 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
Both are free to download. Exif Metadata sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Buffed sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Exif Metadata ships an update fortnightly, Buffed every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Exif Metadata | Buffed |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (6K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 41.6% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 6K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 15 MB | 1 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | New Marketing Lab, Inc | ClamQuest, LLC |
Bugs and requests
Exif Metadata
Reported bugs
3 issues- Crashes when opening folders
- Doesn't always save metadata changes
- Fails to remove all metadata (e.g. date/time)
Requested features
4 requests- Batch editing for multiple photos
- Support for video metadata editing
- Easier photo selection (by folder, date, etc.)
- More detailed EXIF data editing
Buffed
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Exif Metadata
- Exif Metadata Pro (monthly)$4.991 Month
- Exif Metadata Pro (annual)$9.991 Year
- Exif Metadata Pro (lifetime)$19.99
Buffed
- Coffee Tip2 variants$0.99
- Pizza Tip2 variants$2.99
- Rocket Tip2 variants$4.99
Questions
Is Exif Metadata free?
Is Buffed free?
Do Exif Metadata or Buffed have ads?
Which is updated more often, Exif Metadata or Buffed?
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