# Video Compressor vs Video Compressor App

Video Compressor and Video Compressor App both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 57% of Video Compressor's written reviews are positive against 0% of Video Compressor App's. Video Compressor also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and update cadence (weekly vs monthly). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Video Compressor sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Video Compressor App sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Video Compressor against 4.6 for Video Compressor App. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 278 and 238 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 57% of Video Compressor's written reviews are positive against 0% of Video Compressor App's.

Video Compressor ships an update weekly, Video Compressor App monthly. Both last shipped on September 22, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Video Compressor | Video Compressor App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (278 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/video-compressor-shrink-vids/id1560984586/reviews)** | [4.6 (238 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/video-compressor-app-compress/id1663673513/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **278** | 238 |
| Positive reviews | **56.5% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Monthly |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 29 MB | 25 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 16.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | +4 | 4+ |
| Developer | [Arthur Eduardo Skaetta Alvarez Desenvolvimento de Software LTDA.](https://appshunter.io/developer/867175889) | [AlgoTwist Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/543053355) |

## What reviewers say

### Video Compressor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/video-compressor-shrink-vids/id1560984586)

Easily reduce the file size of your videos directly on your mobile device. Adjust resolution and bitrate to meet size requirements, with instant file size estimates. Supports offline use and batch conversions for efficient management.

**Highlights:** Compress videos to reduce file size, Adjust resolution and bitrate, Instant file size estimation, Batch video conversion, Offline functionality, Privacy-focused, data stays on device

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Video Compressor Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Video Compressor Premium | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast video compression
- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Simple instructions
- 👍 Great for compressing videos
- 👍 Excellent compression quality

**What reviewers complain about**

- ⚠️ Limited free usage (one video)
- ⚠️ Upsell after one video
- ⚠️ App requires payment for continued use
- ⚠️ Slow compression times reported
- ⚠️ Issues with premium activation

**Reported bugs**

- Not enough space error
- Premium not working after payment
- App requires payment after first video

**Requested features**

- Option to watch ads instead of paying
- More benefits in the premium version (e.g., bitrate customization)
- Option to delete old compressed videos
- Generated videos maintain original location and date/time


### Video Compressor App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/video-compressor-app-compress/id1663673513)

Free up device storage by compressing videos to smaller sizes. Easily reduce file sizes for sharing or to reclaim space on your phone. Choose your desired quality and approximate size for compressed videos.

**Highlights:** Compress videos to save space, Resize videos, Choose desired approximate size, Reduce video file size for sharing, Free up device storage

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Premium Yearly | $14.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Full Access | $13.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Full Access | $19.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Full Access | $29.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Video Compressor free?

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

### Is Video Compressor App free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Video Compressor or Video Compressor App?

Video Compressor is rated higher. Video Compressor averages 4.7 out of 5 from 278 ratings, while Video Compressor App averages 4.6 from 238 ratings.

### Do Video Compressor or Video Compressor App have ads?

Neither Video Compressor nor Video Compressor App shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Video Compressor or Video Compressor App?

Video Compressor ships an update weekly, and Video Compressor App monthly. Most recently, Video Compressor was updated on September 22, 2026 and Video Compressor App on September 22, 2026.

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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.*