# Layout vs Flashloop

Layout and Flashloop both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 90% of Layout's written reviews are positive against 47% of Flashloop's. Layout also leads on chart position (#8 vs #57) and ratings volume (48K vs 12K). Flashloop's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Layout sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Flashloop sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 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 Layout against 4.7 for Flashloop. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 48K and 12K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 90% of Layout's written reviews are positive against 47% of Flashloop's.

Layout ships an update every 6 days, Flashloop weekly. Both last shipped on November 15, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Layout | Flashloop |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (48K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/layout-photo-collage-maker/id1472157401/reviews) | **[4.7 (12K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flashloop-ai-video-generator/id6746771178/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **48K** | 12K |
| Positive reviews | **89.9% of reviews** | 46.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 days** | Weekly |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | **#8** | #57 |
| Size | 195 MB | 50 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Fitness Labs](https://appshunter.io/developer/1151052132) | [Buy Beaver Technologies](https://appshunter.io/developer/1802270930) |

## What reviewers say

### Layout

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/layout-photo-collage-maker/id1472157401)

**Currently charting:** #8 Top Grossing · Graphics & Design, #25 Top Free · Graphics & Design (US App Store)

Easily combine your favorite photos into stunning collages with a wide variety of layouts, shapes, and styles. Enhance your creations with filters and share unique visual stories. The app offers a flexible, quick, and simple workflow for creating eye-catching content.

**Highlights:** Wide array of layouts, shapes, and styles, Rotate, resize, and rearrange photos freely, Extensive collection of filters, Video collages for Instagram, Simple and quick workflow, Instagram-ready grid templates

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Collage Maker Pro | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Photo Collage Maker | $4.99 | per month |
| Collage Maker Pro | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Collage Pro | $19.99 | per year |
| Photo Collage maker Pro | $29.99 | per year |
| Collage Pro | $29.99 | per year |
| Photo Collage Maker Pro | $29.99 | per year |
| Collage Maker Pro - Family Plan | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Straightforward and efficient
- 💡 Lots of free features and customization options
- ⭐ Great app for creating collages
- 👌 Simple and user-friendly interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Limited access to premium features without subscription
- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
- 💰 Subscription model can be costly for some users
- 🔍 Lack of advanced editing tools

**Reported bugs**

- Difficulty uploading recent photos
- Inconsistent behavior when rotating or resizing images
- Saving issues and lost progress

**Requested features**

- More free layout and design options
- Ability to resize and reposition photos within templates
- Integration with social media platforms
- Improved photo editing capabilities


### Flashloop

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flashloop-ai-video-generator/id6746771178)

**Currently charting:** #57 Top Grossing · Graphics & Design, #96 Top Free · Graphics & Design (US App Store)

Effortlessly generate AI videos and images from text or existing images. This app uses advanced AI models to create professional-quality content quickly, perfect for social media, marketing, and storytelling.

**Highlights:** Text to video AI generation, Image to video AI generation, AI image generation, Multiple AI model integrations, Quick content creation, Professional quality output

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Flashloop Pro | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Flashloop Pro | $14.99 | per 7 days |
| Flashloop Pro | $19.99 | per 7 days |
| Flashloop Pro | $24.99 | per month |
| Flashloop Pro | $39.99 | per month |
| Flashloop Pro | $129.99 | per year |
| Credits Top-up Small | $4.99 | one-time |
| Credits Top-up Medium | $9.99 | one-time |
| Credits Top-up Large | $17.99 | one-time |
| Credits Top-up XL | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great user interface
- 💡 Useful features
- 🚀 Fast and efficient

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Freezes on startup
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🤔 Unclear pricing

**Reported bugs**

- Freezes upon starting
- Compatibility issues with older devices

**Requested features**

- Free trial option
- Offline mode
- More customization options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Layout free?

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

### Is Flashloop free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Layout or Flashloop?

Flashloop is rated higher. Layout averages 4.6 out of 5 from 48K ratings, while Flashloop averages 4.7 from 12K ratings.

### Do Layout or Flashloop have ads?

Neither Layout nor Flashloop shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Layout or Flashloop?

Layout ships an update every 6 days, and Flashloop weekly. Most recently, Layout was updated on November 15, 2026 and Flashloop on November 15, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Layout or Flashloop?

Layout currently peaks at #8 in the App Store charts, and Flashloop at #57. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*