# Mega Photo vs BeatSync

The clearest difference is rating: Mega Photo at 4.5 against BeatSync's 3.3. Mega Photo also leads on review sentiment (81% vs 38%) and ratings volume (5.9K vs 66). BeatSync's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Mega Photo sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. BeatSync asks for nothing beyond the download.

Mega Photo holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Mega Photo has 5.9K ratings behind it against 66, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 81% of Mega Photo's written reviews are positive against 38% of BeatSync's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Mega Photo | BeatSync |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (5.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mega-photo-real-time-effects/id471883260/reviews)** | [3.3 (66 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beatsync-video-maker/id1552836392/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **5.9K** | 66 |
| Positive reviews | **81.0% of reviews** | 38.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 37 MB | 188 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Falstad.com](https://appshunter.io/developer/453338632) | [KineMaster Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/794867411) |

## What reviewers say

### Mega Photo

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mega-photo-real-time-effects/id471883260)

Transform your photos and videos with over 800 free real-time effects. Morph, twist, and warp images, or apply vintage filters. Create unique masterpieces and share them instantly with friends.

**Highlights:** 800+ free real-time effects, Photo and video transformation, Interactive adjustable filters, Vintage camera effects, Add music to videos, Share to social media, Use existing photos or new ones

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Upgrade | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Lots of fun and creative effects
- 🤩 Entertaining and engaging app
- 😊 Great for editing photos and videos
- 💯 Best photo app available

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Paywall for many effects
- 🐛 Occasional glitches and crashes
- 🔊 Loud and static-y voice changer
- 📦 Takes up too much storage space

**Reported bugs**

- Camera not working for some users
- Inability to upload or access photos/videos
- Frequent crashes and freezes
- Syncing and sharing issues

**Requested features**

- More free effects and filters
- Ability to save edited videos to camera roll
- Improved video recording and editing capabilities
- Chroma key/green screen functionality


### BeatSync

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beatsync-video-maker/id1552836392)

Easily create trendy music videos from your photos or a single video clip. Select a template, add your media and music, and let the app automatically sync effects to the beat. Export your creation or send it as a project file to KineMaster for advanced editing.

**Highlights:** Create trendy music videos, Automatic beat-synced effects, Use photos or one video clip, Select custom music, Send projects to KineMaster, No watermark, Save and share videos

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to work with
- 👍 Good transitions and effects
- 👍 Good beat syncing
- 👍 Works for photos
- 👍 Good for TikTok and short dance videos

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashing often
- 🐛 App no working
- 🐛 Does not work for videos
- 🐛 App crashed when selecting videos
- 🐛 App crashes itself

**Reported bugs**

- App crashing often on iPhone 17
- App crashing when selecting videos
- App shuts down when adding video
- App crashes itself (April 2023)
- App crashed on iOS 16

**Requested features**

- Add option to choose multiple videos and photos
- Add ability to add own music/songs
- Add ability to select certain part of song
- Allow using a short video for effects
- More effects


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Mega Photo free?

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

### Is BeatSync free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Mega Photo or BeatSync?

Mega Photo is rated higher. Mega Photo averages 4.5 out of 5 from 5.9K ratings, while BeatSync averages 3.3 from 66 ratings.

### Do Mega Photo or BeatSync have ads?

Both Mega Photo and BeatSync show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Mega Photo or BeatSync?

Mega Photo ships an update every 2 months, and BeatSync every 2 months. Most recently, Mega Photo was updated on October 26, 2026 and BeatSync on October 23, 2026.

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