# Collage Maker vs Photo Shape Collage Maker.

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Collage Maker at 62% against Photo Shape Collage Maker.'s 21%. Collage Maker also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.4) and ratings volume (177K vs 302). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Collage Maker sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Photo Shape Collage Maker. sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Collage Maker holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Collage Maker has 177K ratings behind it against 302, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 62% of Collage Maker's written reviews are positive against 21% of Photo Shape Collage Maker.'s.

Collage Maker ships an update every 3 weeks, Photo Shape Collage Maker. every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Collage Maker | Photo Shape Collage Maker. |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (177K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/collage-maker-livecollage/id530957474/reviews)** | [4.4 (302 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-shape-collage-maker/id1257730801/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **177K** | 302 |
| Positive reviews | **62.2% of reviews** | 21.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#97** | — |
| Size | 260 MB | 135 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [VIDEO EDITOR PTE. LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/436796189) | [Pankaj Yadav](https://appshunter.io/developer/1195326477) |

## What reviewers say

### Collage Maker

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

**Currently charting:** #97 Top Free · Photo & Video, #138 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 (12)**

| 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 |
| 1000 AI Credits | $19.99 | 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


### Photo Shape Collage Maker.

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-shape-collage-maker/id1257730801)

Effortlessly create stunning photo collages in unique shapes.  Add multiple pictures to designs like hearts, animals, or flowers in seconds.  This app offers a fast and easy way to transform your photos into artistic creations.

**Highlights:** Automatic collage creation, Customizable shapes (heart, animal, flower, etc.), Over 100 shape options, Fast photo placement, Photo editing tools, Easy sharing

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| One Time Subscription. | $6.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🌟 Nice way to show photos
- 💖 Lovely shapes
- ✨ Super fun
- 👍 Great app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App not working properly
- 🐛 Photos too repetitive
- 💰 Pay only to save
- 🌫️ Collages are blurry
- ❌ Did not work

**Reported bugs**

- App not working properly
- Photos too repetitive
- Collage comes out blurry
- App did not work
- Cannot crop all photos

**Requested features**

- Option to control photo repetitiveness
- More shapes available
- Option to move photos
- Ability to insert own photos as templates


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Collage Maker free?

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

### Is Photo Shape Collage Maker. free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Collage Maker or Photo Shape Collage Maker.?

Collage Maker is rated higher. Collage Maker averages 4.8 out of 5 from 177K ratings, while Photo Shape Collage Maker. averages 4.4 from 302 ratings.

### Do Collage Maker or Photo Shape Collage Maker. have ads?

Both Collage Maker and Photo Shape Collage Maker. show ads.

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

Collage Maker ships an update every 3 weeks, and Photo Shape Collage Maker. every 3 months. Most recently, Collage Maker was updated on September 27, 2026 and Photo Shape Collage Maker. on September 21, 2026.

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