# Collage Maker vs Photo Editor

The clearest difference is update cadence: Collage Maker at every 3 weeks against Photo Editor's every 3 months. Collage Maker also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.6) and chart position (#97 vs unranked). Photo Editor's advantage is review sentiment (73% vs 62%). 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 Editor sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 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 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 177K and 43K respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 62% of Collage Maker's written reviews are positive against 73% of Photo Editor's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Collage Maker ships an update every 3 weeks, Photo Editor every 3 months. Both last shipped on September 26, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Collage Maker | Photo Editor |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (177K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/collage-maker-livecollage/id530957474/reviews)** | [4.6 (43K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-editor/id597851882/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **177K** | 43K |
| Positive reviews | 62.2% of reviews | **72.6% 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 | 214 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [VIDEO EDITOR PTE. LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/436796189) | [Maple Media Apps, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1289801633) |

## What reviewers say

### Collage Maker

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

**Currently charting:** #97 Top Free · Photo & Video, #134 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 Editor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-editor/id597851882)

This app is a powerful, all-in-one design studio for photo editing. It allows users to create unique images with a wide range of tools, filters, effects, and templates. Easily enhance selfies, food shots, scenery, and more for professional-looking results.

**Highlights:** Photo filters and effects, Stickers, overlays, and artwork, Magazine-style templates, Drawing and text tools, Cropping and collage maker, Photo booth fun

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Photo Editor Pro | $3.99 | per month |
| Photo Editor Pro Annual | $19.99 | per year |
| Remove Watermark | $1.99 | one-time |
| The Big Stickers Bundle | $1.99 | one-time |
| Unlock All Fonts | $3.99 | one-time |
| All Collages | $3.99 | one-time |
| All Sticker Packs | $4.99 | one-time |
| All Overlays | $4.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $9.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Bundle | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great general purpose editor
- 👍 Lots of customization options
- 💡 Useful for creating memes and collages

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 🔍 Limited free features, need to pay for full access
- 💸 Aggressive in-app purchases and ads
- 🤔 Inconsistent functionality after updates

**Reported bugs**

- Text formatting issues
- Inability to change font color
- Crashes and freezes when using multiple features

**Requested features**

- Restore previous sticker packs
- Improve text editing capabilities
- Add undo/redo functionality


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Collage Maker free?

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

### Is Photo Editor free?

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

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

Collage Maker is rated higher. Collage Maker averages 4.8 out of 5 from 177K ratings, while Photo Editor averages 4.6 from 43K ratings.

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

Both Collage Maker and Photo Editor show ads.

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

Collage Maker ships an update every 3 weeks, and Photo Editor every 3 months. Most recently, Collage Maker was updated on September 26, 2026 and Photo Editor on September 26, 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.*