# Collage Maker vs Frames by Collage Collection

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Collage Maker at 177K against Frames by Collage Collection's 124. Collage Maker also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.5) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). Frames by Collage Collection's advantage is review sentiment (86% 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 Frames by Collage Collection sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. 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. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Collage Maker has 177K ratings behind it against 124, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 62% of Collage Maker's written reviews are positive against 86% of Frames by Collage Collection'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, Frames by Collage Collection every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Collage Maker | Frames by Collage Collection |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (177K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/collage-maker-livecollage/id530957474/reviews)** | [4.5 (124 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/frames-by-collage-collection/id739772922/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **177K** | 124 |
| Positive reviews | 62.5% of reviews | **85.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#90** | — |
| Size | 260 MB | 55 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) | [Motion Apps AB](https://appshunter.io/developer/1375539590) |

## What reviewers say

### Collage Maker

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

**Currently charting:** #90 Top Free · Photo & Video, #118 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


### Frames by Collage Collection

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/frames-by-collage-collection/id739772922)

Transform your photos into stunning collages with a vast array of visual effects, customizable artwork, and handcrafted themes. Easily edit, add text, stickers, and filters to create unique masterpieces to share on social media. Offers an intuitive interface and offline usability.

**Highlights:** Dozens of handcrafted original themes, Powerful photo editing software, Stickers and original content, Custom filters, Huge selection of fonts and captions, Intuitive interface, Usable offline

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| Collage pack 2 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Template pack 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Template Pack 2 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Template pack 3 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Halloween pack 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Christmas pack 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Christmas pack 2 | $0.99 | one-time |
| New Years Pack 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| All content | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Collage Maker free?

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

### Is Frames by Collage Collection free?

Frames by Collage Collection is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Collage Maker or Frames by Collage Collection?

Collage Maker is rated higher. Collage Maker averages 4.8 out of 5 from 177K ratings, while Frames by Collage Collection averages 4.5 from 124 ratings.

### Do Collage Maker or Frames by Collage Collection have ads?

Both Collage Maker and Frames by Collage Collection show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Collage Maker or Frames by Collage Collection?

Collage Maker ships an update every 3 weeks, and Frames by Collage Collection every 2 months. Most recently, Collage Maker was updated on September 29, 2026 and Frames by Collage Collection on September 8, 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.*