# Collage Maker vs Retro Pixel Camera

The clearest difference is price: Collage Maker at Free against Retro Pixel Camera's $2.99. Collage Maker also leads on ratings volume (177K vs 4). Retro Pixel Camera's advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 62%) and in-app purchases (none vs 12). On chart position and device support there is nothing between them.

Collage Maker is free to download; Retro Pixel Camera costs $2.99 up front. Collage Maker sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Retro Pixel Camera asks for nothing beyond the download.

Retro Pixel Camera holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Collage Maker has 177K ratings behind it against 4, 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 100% of Retro Pixel Camera's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Collage Maker | Retro Pixel Camera |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $2.99 |
| Rating | [4.8 (177K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/collage-maker-livecollage/id530957474/reviews) | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/retro-pixel-camera/id6744410590/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **177K** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 62.4% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | — |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#87** | #195 |
| Size | 260 MB | 49 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15 | **12.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [VIDEO EDITOR PTE. LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/436796189) | [Cognichine](https://appshunter.io/developer/1806408356) |

## What reviewers say

### Collage Maker

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

**Currently charting:** #87 Top Free · Photo & Video, #130 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


### Retro Pixel Camera

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/retro-pixel-camera/id6744410590)

**Currently charting:** #195 Top Paid · Photo & Video (US App Store)

Apply real-time retro pixel art effects to your camera feed. Adjust pixel size, use classic color palettes, or create your own. Capture and share unique pixelated photos and videos.

**Highlights:** Real-time pixelation, Adjustable pixel size, Classic retro color palettes, Custom palette editor, Photo and video recording, Built-in gallery, Seamless orientation support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Collage Maker free?

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

### Is Retro Pixel Camera free?

Retro Pixel Camera costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Collage Maker or Retro Pixel Camera?

Retro Pixel Camera is rated higher. Collage Maker averages 4.8 out of 5 from 177K ratings, while Retro Pixel Camera averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do Collage Maker or Retro Pixel Camera have ads?

Collage Maker shows ads; Retro Pixel Camera does not.

### Which is more popular, Collage Maker or Retro Pixel Camera?

Collage Maker currently peaks at #87 in the App Store charts, and Retro Pixel Camera at #195. 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.*