# Format Converter vs Video Compressor

Format Converter and Video Compressor both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of Format Converter's written reviews are positive against 17% of Video Compressor's. Format Converter also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). Video Compressor's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (300 vs 22). On price, rating, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Format Converter sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per 7 days and Video Compressor sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Format Converter against 4.7 for Video Compressor. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Video Compressor has 300 ratings behind it against 22, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 100% of Format Converter's written reviews are positive against 17% of Video Compressor's.

Format Converter ships an update every 3 months, Video Compressor every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on June 8, 2026 and September 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Format Converter | Video Compressor |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (22 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/format-converter/id1462608568/reviews) | **[4.7 (300 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/video-compressor-vidpress/id1578828675/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 22 | **300** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 16.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 6 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 59 MB | 111 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [杨杨 戴](https://appshunter.io/developer/1392912263) | [Technozer Solution](https://appshunter.io/developer/1444037543) |

## What reviewers say

### Format Converter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/format-converter/id1462608568)

This utility app converts audio, video, image, and document files between various formats. It also offers file compression, decompression, and audio extraction from videos. Batch operations and WiFi file transfer are supported.

**Highlights:** Video format conversion, Audio format conversion, Document format conversion, Audio export from video, File compression and decompression, Batch file operations, WiFi file transfer

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Format Factory (PRO) | $1.49 | per 7 days |
| Format Converter Pro (1 Week) | $1.49 | per 7 days |
| Format Factory  (PRO) | $1.99 | per month |
| Format Converter Pro (1 Month) | $2.49 | per month |
| Format Converter Pro (1 Year) | $34.99 | per year |
| Advanced Privileges | $2.99 | one-time |


### Video Compressor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/video-compressor-vidpress/id1578828675)

This app efficiently compresses video files, reducing their size without significant quality loss. It also functions as a versatile video converter, supporting numerous formats and enabling easy sharing to social media platforms.

**Highlights:** Compress videos without quality loss, Convert video to any format, Reduce video file size, Support for all video file types, Share to social media, Play compressed videos

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Plan Free Trial | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Plan | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| 3 Month Plan | $9.99 | per 3 months |
| 6 Month Plan | $14.99 | per 6 months |
| 6 Month Plan | $21.99 | per 6 months |
| Life Time Free | $39.99 | one-time |
| Life Time Free | $59.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Format Converter free?

Format Converter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Video Compressor free?

Video Compressor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Format Converter or Video Compressor?

Video Compressor is rated higher. Format Converter averages 4.6 out of 5 from 22 ratings, while Video Compressor averages 4.7 from 300 ratings.

### Do Format Converter or Video Compressor have ads?

Format Converter shows ads; Video Compressor does not.

### Which is updated more often, Format Converter or Video Compressor?

Format Converter ships an update every 3 months, and Video Compressor every 6 weeks. Most recently, Format Converter was updated on June 8, 2026 and Video Compressor on September 12, 2026.

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