# SwitchTake vs Affinity Photo 2 for iPad

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SwitchTake at none against Affinity Photo 2 for iPad's 1. SwitchTake also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and device support (3 vs 1). Affinity Photo 2 for iPad's advantage is ratings volume (3.2K vs 1). On price, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Affinity Photo 2 for iPad sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. SwitchTake asks for nothing beyond the download.

SwitchTake holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Affinity Photo 2 for iPad has 3.2K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

SwitchTake ships an update monthly, Affinity Photo 2 for iPad every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | SwitchTake | Affinity Photo 2 for iPad |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/switchtake/id1547676794/reviews)** | [4.6 (3.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/affinity-photo-2-for-ipad/id1616823773/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **3.2K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 43.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Paid |
| Size | 23 MB | 1.7 GB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [EZOT, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/862586831) | [Serif (Europe) Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/536107177) |

## What reviewers say

### SwitchTake

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/switchtake/id1547676794)

Streamline your video editing process by making edits and organizing footage as you film. This app allows for intuitive swipe gestures to set in/out points, cut unwanted takes, and create blooper reels. It also helps manage and sequence clips for seamless import into professional editing software.

**Highlights:** Live video editing with swipe gestures, Set in/out points and cut bad takes, Create blooper reels, Organize and rename video clips, Multi-clip scene director for sequencing, Generate import files for professional editors

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Affinity Photo 2 for iPad

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/affinity-photo-2-for-ipad/id1616823773)

A professional-grade photo editor for iPad, offering advanced tools for editing, retouching, and creating complex designs. It supports a wide range of file formats and color spaces, with optimized performance for iPad hardware and Apple Pencil.

**Highlights:** Non-destructive editing, Advanced masking tools, RAW image development, Layer support, Object removal, PSD file compatibility, 16-bit and 32-bit color editing

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Photo 2 for iPad License | Free | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Powerful features
- 💡 Robust photo editing capabilities
- 👍 Great value for the price
- 🚀 Efficient workflows
- 👍 Seamless integration with iPad

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes
- 🐛 Buggy performance
- 👎 Confusing UI and navigation
- 👎 Lack of basic functionality
- 👎 Unstable after update

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when adjusting white balance
- Issues with importing and opening photos
- Brush tools not working as expected
- Layers and masks not functioning properly
- Exporting issues causing loss of work

**Requested features**

- Auto subject selection
- Improved help and documentation
- Better file management and export options
- Support for more RAW formats
- Astrophotography tools like the desktop version


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SwitchTake free?

SwitchTake is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Affinity Photo 2 for iPad free?

Affinity Photo 2 for iPad is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, SwitchTake or Affinity Photo 2 for iPad?

SwitchTake is rated higher. SwitchTake averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Affinity Photo 2 for iPad averages 4.6 from 3.2K ratings.

### Do SwitchTake or Affinity Photo 2 for iPad have ads?

Neither SwitchTake nor Affinity Photo 2 for iPad shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SwitchTake or Affinity Photo 2 for iPad?

SwitchTake ships an update monthly, and Affinity Photo 2 for iPad every 6 weeks. Most recently, SwitchTake was updated on November 3, 2026 and Affinity Photo 2 for iPad on November 3, 2026.

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