# Video Editor · · vs Boomerang

Video Editor · · and Boomerang both sit at 4.4 stars, but that hides the real split: 88% of Boomerang's written reviews are positive against 38% of Video Editor · ·'s. Boomerang also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs monthly). Video Editor · ·'s advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and ads (none vs shown). On price, rating, ratings volume and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Boomerang sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Video Editor · · asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for Video Editor · · against 4.5 for Boomerang. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 76 and 97 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 38% of Video Editor · ·'s written reviews are positive against 88% of Boomerang's.

Video Editor · · ships an update monthly, Boomerang every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 11, 2026 and August 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Video Editor · · | Boomerang |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (76 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/video-editor/id1600460887/reviews) | **[4.5 (97 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boomerang-loop-and-reverse/id6502965724/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 76 | **97** |
| Positive reviews | 37.5% of reviews | **88.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 43 MB | 131 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [IAPPTECHNOLOGIES LLP](https://appshunter.io/developer/1441601973) | [Asgami](https://appshunter.io/developer/1745472920) |

## What reviewers say

### Video Editor · ·

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/video-editor/id1600460887)

Easily reduce the file size of your videos without sacrificing quality or resolution. This tool helps optimize device storage and data usage, allowing for quick sharing across various social media platforms.

**Highlights:** Compress videos without quality loss, Resize videos for storage optimization, Convert videos to MP4, MOV, M4V, User-friendly interface, Fast video compression, Direct sharing to social media

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Boomerang

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boomerang-loop-and-reverse/id6502965724)

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $34.99 | per year |
| Single Export | $0.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Video Editor · · free?

Video Editor · · is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Boomerang free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Video Editor · · or Boomerang?

Boomerang is rated higher. Video Editor · · averages 4.4 out of 5 from 76 ratings, while Boomerang averages 4.5 from 97 ratings.

### Do Video Editor · · or Boomerang have ads?

Boomerang shows ads; Video Editor · · does not.

### Which is updated more often, Video Editor · · or Boomerang?

Video Editor · · ships an update monthly, and Boomerang every 4 days. Most recently, Video Editor · · was updated on September 11, 2026 and Boomerang on August 19, 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.*