# PicPlayPost vs Video Collage Maker, Effects

The clearest difference is ads: PicPlayPost at none against Video Collage Maker, Effects's shown. PicPlayPost also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.3) and ratings volume (99K vs 101). Video Collage Maker, Effects's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.6). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PicPlayPost sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month and Video Collage Maker, Effects sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

PicPlayPost holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PicPlayPost has 99K ratings behind it against 101, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 68% of PicPlayPost's written reviews are positive against 46% of Video Collage Maker, Effects's.

PicPlayPost ships an update monthly, Video Collage Maker, Effects every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PicPlayPost | Video Collage Maker, Effects |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (99K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/picplaypost-video-editor/id498127541/reviews)** | [4.3 (101 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/video-collage-maker-effects/id1389114559/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **99K** | 101 |
| Positive reviews | **68.2% of reviews** | 45.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#176** | — |
| Size | 180 MB | 271 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mixcord Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/336456537) | [Craigpark Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/737311904) |

## What reviewers say

### PicPlayPost

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/picplaypost-video-editor/id498127541)

**Currently charting:** #176 Top Grossing · Photo & Video (US App Store)

Create stunning HD videos with this comprehensive editor. Add music, AI effects, and create collages or slideshows. Perfect for sharing engaging content.

**Highlights:** HD video editing, AI effects, Photo and video collages, Slideshow creation, Music and voice-over addition, Watermarking, Automated video creation

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Video Editor for Pros | $6.99 | per month |
| SlideShow Movie Maker for Pros | $47.99 | per year |
| Custom Frame Pack 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Custom Frame Pack 2 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Custom Frame Pack 3 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Custom Frame Pack 4 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Edit Watermark | $4.99 | one-time |
| Custom Frames | $4.99 | one-time |
| Everything Pack | $24.99 | one-time |
| Slide Show Maker Pro | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Intuitive interface
- 💡 Great for creating collages and videos
- 🎨 Lots of customization options
- 🎶 Ability to add music

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription fees
- 🔒 Limited free features
- 🐛 Occasional crashes and glitches
- 🔇 Limited music selection
- 🕰️ Time limits on free version

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to save progress on projects
- Video quality issues after exporting
- Difficulty finding and deleting used photos

**Requested features**

- More transition effects
- Ability to reorder photos/videos in slideshow
- Option to remove watermark without subscription
- Ability to import music from external sources
- Longer video duration in free version


### Video Collage Maker, Effects

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/video-collage-maker-effects/id1389114559)

Easily combine multiple videos into dynamic collages with various frames and visual effects. Add music to enhance your creations and quickly edit them for social media.

**Highlights:** Combine up to 9 videos, Variety of frames, Visual effects, Add music, Quick editing tools

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Collage, Video Effects | $1.99 | per month |
| Pro Collage | $3.99 | per month |
| Make Collage, Add Effects | $4.99 | per month |
| Make Collage, Add Effects | $6.99 | per year |
| Collage, Video Effects | $9.99 | per year |
| Make Collage, Video Effects | $12.99 | per year |
| Even better without watermark! | $1.99 | one-time |
| ViVi Pro | $2.99 | one-time |
| Forever | $12.99 | one-time |
| Forever | $15.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PicPlayPost free?

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

### Is Video Collage Maker, Effects free?

Video Collage Maker, Effects is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, PicPlayPost or Video Collage Maker, Effects?

PicPlayPost is rated higher. PicPlayPost averages 4.8 out of 5 from 99K ratings, while Video Collage Maker, Effects averages 4.3 from 101 ratings.

### Do PicPlayPost or Video Collage Maker, Effects have ads?

Video Collage Maker, Effects shows ads; PicPlayPost does not.

### Which is updated more often, PicPlayPost or Video Collage Maker, Effects?

PicPlayPost ships an update monthly, and Video Collage Maker, Effects every 2 weeks. Most recently, PicPlayPost was updated on October 27, 2026 and Video Collage Maker, Effects on October 21, 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.*