Comparison

SeekPlayer vs Boomerang

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

SeekPlayer

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SeekPlayer lets you capture still frames from videos. You can save the still frame as a photo in your Photo Library. It also lets you turn your old videos into Live Photos! Instructions for Use -------------------- 1. Use the + button on the top right of the Navigation Bar to import videos from your Photo Library. 2. Tap the cell representing a still frame of the video to view that video. 3. Use the player HUD to control the playback. 4. Tapping the video will show or hide the player HUD. 5. Click the Save button on the top right of the Navigation Bar to save the still frame as a photo to your Photo Library. 6. Select Photo or Live Photo 7. To remove a video, long press the cell representing a still frame of the video. You will be prompted to delete the local video file that only exists in the app.

About

Boomerang

Transform videos into captivating infinite loops and GIFs. Precisely control trim time, duration, and playback speed, then enhance with visual filters. Perfect for adding unique flair to social media stories and capturing memorable moments.

Highlights
  • Create infinite loops from videos
  • Adjust trim time and duration
  • Control playback speed
  • Apply visual filters
  • Generate GIFs
Features
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Turn your moments into infinite loops with Boomerang! Create perfect boomerang effects from your videos. With Boomerang, you can precisely adjust trim time, duration, playback speed, and apply a variety of visual filters for amazing loops. Whether you're adding a fun touch to your Instagram stories, capturing unforgettable moments in a unique way, or just having fun, Boomerang is the tool you need. Download now and discover how a single moment can become timeless. EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

SeekPlayer4 screens
Boomerang3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Boomerang at Free against SeekPlayer's $0.99. Boomerang also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 9 months). SeekPlayer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and ads (none vs shown).

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Boomerang is free to download; SeekPlayer costs $0.99 up front. Boomerang sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. SeekPlayer asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SeekPlayer ships an update every 9 months, Boomerang every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
SeekPlayer versus Boomerang: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSeekPlayerBoomerang
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating—4.5 (97 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—88.5% of reviews
Number of ratings—97 — better
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsEvery 4 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB131 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMichael NewellAsgami

In-app purchases

None

SeekPlayer

No in-app purchases

5 purchases

Boomerang

Subscriptions4
  • Weekly$1.997 Days
  • Weekly3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • Monthly$7.991 Month
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  • Yearly3 Days trial$34.991 Year
One-time1
  • Single Export$0.99

Questions

Is SeekPlayer free?
SeekPlayer costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Boomerang free?
Boomerang is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SeekPlayer or Boomerang have ads?
Boomerang shows ads; SeekPlayer does not.
Which is updated more often, SeekPlayer or Boomerang?
SeekPlayer ships an update every 9 months, and Boomerang every 4 days. Most recently, SeekPlayer was updated on October 4, 2026 and Boomerang on October 7, 2026.

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