# Live wallpapers from video vs Charging Engine

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Charging Engine at 52% against Live wallpapers from video's 0%. Charging Engine also leads on rating (4.8 vs 3.8) and ratings volume (11K vs 4). Live wallpapers from video's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 6 weeks). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Live wallpapers from video sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and Charging Engine sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Charging Engine holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Charging Engine has 11K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Live wallpapers from video's written reviews are positive against 52% of Charging Engine's.

Live wallpapers from video ships an update every 5 days, Charging Engine every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Live wallpapers from video | Charging Engine |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.8 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/live-wallpapers-from-video/id1571948774/reviews) | **[4.8 (11K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/charging-engine-4kwallpapers/id1602309907/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **11K** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **51.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 20 MB | 112 MB |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Engels Cybersecurity & Consulting GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1591355311) | [Bluewolf Technology Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1477300424) |

## What reviewers say

### Live wallpapers from video

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/live-wallpapers-from-video/id1571948774)

Transform your videos into dynamic live wallpapers for your iPhone. Easily create animated backgrounds from your own clips or choose from a curated collection of HD and 4K options. Extract photos and videos from existing live photos.

**Highlights:** Create live photos from videos, Download HD/4K animated wallpapers, Extract media from live photos, Supports iPhone 6s and newer, Set wallpapers via iPhone Settings

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PRO version weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| PRO version monthly | $10.99 | per month |
| PRO version | $1.99 | one-time |


### Charging Engine

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/charging-engine-4kwallpapers/id1602309907)

Enhance your phone's charging experience with dynamic, futuristic animations and live wallpapers. Visualize battery performance and enjoy regular content updates to keep your device looking fresh and engaging.

**Highlights:** Futuristic charging animations, High-definition dynamic screensavers, Dozens of 3D charging wallpapers, Live wallpaper collections, Battery performance monitor, Regular content updates

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

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ChargingEngine Subscription | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| ChargingEngine Subscription | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly subscription | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| ChargingEngine Subscription | $19.99 | per month |
| ChargingEngine Subscription | $19.99 | per month |
| ChargingEngine Subscription | $19.99 | per month |
| ChargingEngine Subscription | $23.99 | per month |
| ChargingEngine Subscription | $23.99 | per month |
| ChargingEngine Subscription | $69.99 | per year |
| ChargingEngine Subscription | $69.99 | per year |
| ChargingEngine Subscription | $69.99 | per year |
| ChargingEngine lifetime | $69.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Charging animations are cool
- 👍 Variety of wallpaper options
- 💡 Customizable charging experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Requires subscription to access full features
- 🐛 Buggy and crashes frequently
- 🔋 Drains battery when app is open
- 💸 Misleading about free trial, charges immediately

**Reported bugs**

- Wallpapers don't work as advertised
- App only functions when kept open during charging
- Subscription cannot be easily canceled

**Requested features**

- Add search bar to find desired wallpapers
- Allow users to upload their own photos/videos
- Provide option to mute sound effects
- Make app fully free without subscription


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Live wallpapers from video free?

Live wallpapers from video is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Charging Engine free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Live wallpapers from video or Charging Engine?

Charging Engine is rated higher. Live wallpapers from video averages 3.8 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Charging Engine averages 4.8 from 11K ratings.

### Do Live wallpapers from video or Charging Engine have ads?

Neither Live wallpapers from video nor Charging Engine shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Live wallpapers from video or Charging Engine?

Live wallpapers from video ships an update every 5 days, and Charging Engine every 6 weeks. Most recently, Live wallpapers from video was updated on September 18, 2026 and Charging Engine on September 26, 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.*