Easy Video Compressor vs Paparazzi
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Easy Video Compressor
Reduce video file sizes to free up storage space on your device. Compare compressed videos side-by-side, convert formats and codecs, and manage your media library efficiently. Optionally turn off audio and retain original video metadata.
- Compress videos to save storage
- Compare before/after compression
- Convert MOV/MP4 formats
- Convert H.264/HEVC codecs
- Turn off audio
- Display video metadata
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Easy Video Compressor is a video compression app that reduces the file size of videos on your iPhone and iPad. Pick a target size of 10 MB, 25 MB, or 50 MB, or choose the quality you want, and compress. It helps you share videos by email or chat, fit upload limits, and save storage space. Compression runs entirely on your device, so your videos are never uploaded for processing. The free version lets you compress videos one at a time by target size or quality. Batch compression and fine-grained settings are available in the Pro version (one-time purchase). ■ Shrink videos for storage, email, and social media uploads - You keep seeing "Storage Almost Full" - Your photo library is packed with videos of kids and pets - A video is too large to attach to an email or send on WhatsApp or Discord - A submission form or social platform rejects your upload - You want to keep 4K footage without it eating up space - You want to convert H.264 to HEVC (H.265) - You want to convert MOV to MP4 (Pro) ■ Compress to a target size (Target Size mode) Choose 10 MB, 25 MB, or 50 MB, and the app automatically works out the resolution, bitrate, and audio settings for you. No technical knowledge needed. - See the estimated size and resolution before compressing - Get a heads-up before compressing if the target is unrealistic - If the result exceeds the target, the app adjusts the settings where possible and compresses again - Pro lets you set any target from 1 to 500 MB in 1 MB steps Note: Some videos cannot be reduced to the size you specify. ■ Compress by quality (Quality mode) - Choose a resolution: 4K, Full HD, HD, SD, or 360p - Adjust the bitrate to balance quality against file size - Supports H.264 and HEVC (H.265) codecs - Pro adds resolution in 1% steps, frame rate changes, and muting audio ■ Compare before and after, then save View the original and compressed videos on one screen to check the quality before saving or sharing. Replace the original with the compressed version and tidy up your library to free up storage. Pro lets you play both videos simultaneously and delete the original right from the app. ■ Find videos quickly Thumbnails show file size, resolution, duration, file format, codec, and bitrate, so the largest videos are easy to spot. You can compress videos from the Files app (such as iCloud Drive) as well as your photo library. ■ Background compression On iOS 26 and later, compression keeps running when you switch to another app. On devices with a Dynamic Island, you can check the progress there. Note: Compression may be interrupted by system conditions or if you force quit the app. ■ On-device compression, no upload required All processing happens on your device. Your videos are never uploaded to an external server for compression. Videos stored on your device can be compressed offline. ■ Pro version (one-time purchase) Pro is a single purchase. There are no monthly or yearly fees. - Compress multiple videos at once - Set the target size in 1 MB steps - Set the resolution in 1% steps and change the frame rate - Mute audio for an even smaller file - Convert to MP4 - Keep the original date, time, and location (MOV output also keeps camera information) - Delete the original video from within the app - Play the original and compressed videos side by side - Sort by duration, width, height, and more - Filter by duration or file format (MP4 / MOV) - Customize the file name of compressed videos - No ads ■ How it works 1. Pick a video from the list 2. Choose a target size or a quality 3. Tap Compress 4. Compare before and after, then save or share ■ Requirements iPhone and iPad running iOS 15 or later Available since 2020 and trusted by users around the world. Questions or suggestions? Use Contact in the app settings.
Paparazzi
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Paparazzi turns your camera into a source of income. The app connects photographers with the people who need photos right now — editors, businesses and event organisers posting paid missions across the country. Accept the ones that suit you, shoot, upload from the field, and get paid. MISSIONS NEAR YOU Browse open photo missions and see the brief and the fee before you commit. Set the areas you work in and you will only be notified about missions you can actually reach. SHOOT AND SUBMIT FROM YOUR PHONE Capture straight in the app or pick from your library, then submit without leaving the field. Large photo and video uploads continue in the background, so you can keep shooting. LIVE MISSIONS Some assignments run live. Stream video and audio to the person who commissioned the shoot and take direction from them in real time, so you get the shot they need on the first try. SELL ON THE MARKETPLACE List your own photos and videos on the Paparazzi marketplace. Tag the location, event and people in the frame so buyers can find your work, and earn every time it sells. YOUR WALLET Track what you have earned from missions and marketplace sales in one place. Add your bank details and request a withdrawal whenever you are ready. BUILD YOUR REPUTATION Ratings from the people you shoot for build a track record that helps you win better-paid work. Paparazzi is free to download. You need a Paparazzi photographer account to use the app, and you can create one from the login screen.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Paparazzi at none against Easy Video Compressor's 3. Paparazzi also leads on ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. Easy Video Compressor sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Paparazzi asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Easy Video Compressor | Paparazzi |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (836 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 68.2% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 836 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days | — |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 31 MB | 55 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Osawa Shunsuke | Paparazzi ltd. |
Bugs and requests
Easy Video Compressor
Reported bugs
3 issues- Cannot open app after recent update
- Save button not working in some cases
- Incorrect file size display after compression
Requested features
4 requests- Option to save EXIF data
- Support for VBR encoding
- iPad-optimized interface
- Ability to delete original videos after compression
Paparazzi
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Easy Video Compressor
- Support for development$4.99
- Treat the Developer to Miso Udon$5.99
- Pro Edition$9.99
Paparazzi
No in-app purchases
Questions
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