Comparison

Carat vs PadoStudio

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

Head to head
About

Carat

This AI-powered app lets you create images and videos simply by chatting with your agent. It handles complex prompts and model selection, making advanced content generation accessible to everyone. Remix, edit, and share your creations with ease.

Highlights
  • AI image generation from text or sketches
  • AI video generation from images or text
  • Lip-sync and music video creation
  • Advanced editing and iteration
  • Access to multiple AI models
  • Remix and share content
Features
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Your AI Agent, Your Creative Partner. Chat like you would with a teammate—your agent handles the tools and gets it done. ■ Create Anything with AI Tell your AI agent what you want to make—no need to pick a model or write perfect prompts. Just start the conversation, and your agent will choose the best tools for the job. - Image Generation: Create stunning visuals from text, sketches, references, or photos. - Video Generation: Turn still images into cinematic clips, or generate scenes from scratch. - Lip-sync, Music, Shorts & More: Create lip-sync videos, add music to animation, or generate viral shorts with your ideas. - Advanced Editing & Iteration: Make edits anytime—update scenes, fix images, tweak scripts, or regenerate with context. ■ Powered by the Latest AI Models All the best models in one place—no switching apps or prompt tuning required. - Images: ChatGPT Image, Nano Banana, Google Imagen 4.0 (Ultra / Fast / Regular), Runway Gen4, SeeDream, Flux 1.1 Ultra / Pro, Krea, Ideogram 2.0, Stable Diffusion 3.5, and more. - Videos: Google Veo, Kling v2.1 (Master / Pro / Standard), Runway Gen4 Turbo, Minimax 0.2 (Fast / Regular), SeeDance, Luma Ray, Vidu, and others. You can specify which model to use, or just start chatting with Carat, and it will automatically pick the best model for your goal. ■ Easy for Everyone From beginners to professionals, no setup or technical skills needed. Carat simplifies even the most complex workflows—so you can just focus on your idea. ■ Remix, Explore, and Share - Remix content created by others and make it your own - One-click sharing to social media or downloads Follow us for AI Inspiration: Instagram & TikTok → @carat.app Have questions? -> Reach out to us at help@carat.im Terms of Service: https://carat.im/terms Privacy Policy: https://carat.im/privacy

About

PadoStudio

Features
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Key Features 1. Create Your Own Surfer Character Easily customize your unique surfer character.
Choose from various options like hair, outfit, and board color to create a surfer that reflects your style. 2. Choose a Digital Photo Frame and Take a Picture After creating unique characters, choose a favorite from a variety of ocean-themed digital photo frames. Your characters will be automatically placed on the digital photo frame 3. Share Your Memory You can save and share your photos instantly.
Select your favorite shots from the gallery and share the memories with your friends.
Show off your surfing memory on social media! 4. Gallery Feature All the photos are automatically stored the gallery.
Easily manage your memories—delete unwanted images anytime and keep your gallery organized. Permissions Notice PadoStudio requests the following permissions to provide the best experience.
We only ask for the minimum necessary access while using the app, and your personal data is securely protected. [Required Permissions]
Camera – Needed to take real-time photos with frames.
Photos – Required to save your photos or load them from your gallery. Perfect For * Anyone who wants to capture and share special moments from their surf trip * Those who want to express their unique style through a custom character

Screenshots

Carat4 screens
PadoStudio4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PadoStudio at none against Carat's 10. PadoStudio also leads on ads (none vs shown). Carat's advantage is iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18.3). On price and device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Carat sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. PadoStudio asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Carat versus PadoStudio: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCaratPadoStudio
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (659 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews84.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings659 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 days—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better18.3
Further details — not scored
Size284 MB38 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperParadot Corp.chun eunsong

Bugs and requests

Carat

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Image generation fails after processing
  • Filters no longer functional
  • AI Character Chats unavailable outside Korea
  • Non-English text in interface
  • Pre-created AI options difficult to locate after recent changes

Requested features

5 requests
  • Direct save to iPhone photo library
  • Reduced or eliminated point requirements for messaging
  • Restore original pre-made AI photo options
  • Restore filter functionality
  • Restore AI Character Chat feature globally

PadoStudio

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Carat

Subscriptions2
  • Carat Starter$19.991 Month
  • Carat Premium$40.001 Month
One-time8
  • 100 Point Lens$0.99
  • 200 Point Lens$1.49
  • 300P$2.49
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  • 440P + Bonus Points$3.49
  • 600P$4.99
  • 1400P$12.99
  • Usage Plus$22.99
  • 3700P$29.99
None

PadoStudio

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Carat free?
Carat is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PadoStudio free?
PadoStudio is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Carat or PadoStudio have ads?
Carat shows ads; PadoStudio does not.

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