# Photo Collage Maker PicJointer vs Collage Maker

The clearest difference is monetization model: Collage Maker at free with in-app purchases against Photo Collage Maker PicJointer's subscription. Collage Maker also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.5) and review sentiment (62% vs 44%). Photo Collage Maker PicJointer's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Photo Collage Maker PicJointer sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and Collage Maker sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Collage Maker holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 133K and 177K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 44% of Photo Collage Maker PicJointer's written reviews are positive against 62% of Collage Maker's.

Photo Collage Maker PicJointer ships an update fortnightly, Collage Maker every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Photo Collage Maker PicJointer | Collage Maker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (133K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-collage-maker-picjointer/id509987785/reviews) | **[4.8 (177K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/collage-maker-livecollage/id530957474/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 133K | **177K** |
| Positive reviews | 43.8% of reviews | **62.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | **#33** | #87 |
| Size | 65 MB | 260 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mosaic S.r.l.](https://appshunter.io/developer/570748343) | [VIDEO EDITOR PTE. LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/436796189) |

## What reviewers say

### Photo Collage Maker PicJointer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-collage-maker-picjointer/id509987785)

**Currently charting:** #33 Top Grossing · Photo & Video, #93 Top Free · Photo & Video (US App Store)

Create stunning photo collages and edit your pictures with a variety of tools. Combine multiple photos, add filters, frames, stickers, and text to craft unique visual stories for social media.

**Highlights:** Photo editing tools, Collage layouts, Filters, Frames, Stickers, Text with fonts, Zoom, pan, rotate, mirror

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Free Trial weekly bundle sub | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Premium Content | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Pic layout divider & splitter | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| The best photo collage maker! | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Pic Jointer Premium | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Bundle Subscription with FT | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly with Free Trial | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Essential Bundle - Free Trial | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Weekly with Free Trial | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| UPGRADE PACK | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Intuitive and straightforward
- 💡 Variety of layout options
- 🎨 Customizable collages
- 🖼️ Great for creating photo collages

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🔒 Restrictive free version
- 🚫 Forced to pay to use basic features
- 💸 Overpriced weekly/monthly fees
- 🔍 Lack of transparency around pricing

**Reported bugs**

- Collages not saving properly
- Inability to restore previous purchases
- Glitches when trying to exit subscription screens
- Slow performance after recent updates

**Requested features**

- More free layout options
- Ability to save collages without subscription
- Customizable watermark placement or removal
- Improved photo editing tools
- Easier navigation and user interface


### Collage Maker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/collage-maker-livecollage/id530957474)

**Currently charting:** #87 Top Free · Photo & Video, #114 Top Grossing · Photo & Video (US App Store)

Create stunning photo and video collages with over 20,000 layouts, effects, and stickers. This all-in-one editor offers AI tools for background removal, image enhancement, and artistic filters. Design unique scrapbooks, animated collages, and personalized cards for any occasion.

**Highlights:** 20,000+ stylish layouts, AI tools (background removal, art generator), Video collage and slideshow maker, Exclusive stickers and backgrounds, Freestyle scrapbook mode, Pro selfie editor, 3D and curve text design

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, iMessage stickers, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Collage Maker | $4.99 | per month |
| Collage Maker ▣ | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Photo Collage Maker | $4.99 | per month |
| The Best Photo Collage Maker ◈ | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Photo Collage Maker AI | $12.99 | per month |
| Collage Maker ◧ | $35.99 | per year |
| Collage Maker | $39.99 | per year |
| Collage Maker ◈ | $47.99 | per year |
| The Best Collage Maker AI | $69.99 | per year |
| Jointer | Free | one-time |
| All in one | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Lots of features
- 💡 Versatile for photos, videos, and collages
- 😊 Great app overall

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Paywall for many features
- 🐛 Crashes and bugs
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🤔 Watermark issues

**Reported bugs**

- Saving issues and lost work
- Compatibility problems with older devices
- Unreliable performance and frequent crashes

**Requested features**

- More free templates and layouts
- Improved text editing capabilities
- Better video editing features
- Ability to use own fonts and backgrounds


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Photo Collage Maker PicJointer free?

Photo Collage Maker PicJointer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Collage Maker free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Photo Collage Maker PicJointer or Collage Maker?

Collage Maker is rated higher. Photo Collage Maker PicJointer averages 4.5 out of 5 from 133K ratings, while Collage Maker averages 4.8 from 177K ratings.

### Do Photo Collage Maker PicJointer or Collage Maker have ads?

Collage Maker shows ads; Photo Collage Maker PicJointer does not.

### Which is updated more often, Photo Collage Maker PicJointer or Collage Maker?

Photo Collage Maker PicJointer ships an update fortnightly, and Collage Maker every 3 weeks. Most recently, Photo Collage Maker PicJointer was updated on September 24, 2026 and Collage Maker on September 24, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Photo Collage Maker PicJointer or Collage Maker?

Photo Collage Maker PicJointer currently peaks at #33 in the App Store charts, and Collage Maker at #87. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*