PhotoMetaData vs Photo Export
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
PhotoMetaData
This app allows photographers to add metadata to their photos after a shooting session. Metadata can be standard or custom-defined and stored locally or in cloud storage. The metadata is saved in XMP files, compatible with image management software like Lightroom.
- Add custom photo metadata
- Utilize IPTC Core 1.1 standards
- Store metadata locally on iPad
- Sync metadata to cloud storage (iCloud)
- Generate XMP files for image managers
- Compatible with Lightroom
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PhotoMetaData is a very useful app for any professional or amateur photographer. It is used to enter the metadatas after the shooting session. The values of these metadatas are either those provided by the app and consistent with the IPTC Core 1.1 either those defined by the photographer himself, his agency or his client. Once filled these metadatas are stored locally on the iPad and if asked in a cloud storage such as iCloud. In this case they can be treated immediately by a remote authorized organization. The metadas are stored in a xmp file. Then every images manager software such as Lightroom is able to import them at the same time that the images themselves.
Photo Export
Easily convert and export photos and videos from your iOS device into various formats like PNG, JPEG, and MP4. Offers flexible size and quality options, with batch export capabilities available via a one-time purchase.
- Convert photos to PNG or JPEG
- Export videos to MP4
- Adjustable photo sizes and JPEG quality
- Multiple video quality and resolution options
- Save to USB drives, cloud services, or device
- Batch export for multiple files
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Photo Export: Convert Photos & Videos with Ease Effortlessly convert and export your iOS photos and videos to PNG, JPEG, or MP4 with Photo Export. Perfect for photographers, creators, and anyone needing fast, flexible media exports. Photo Export Options: o PNG or JPEG o Full Size, Large, Medium, Small, or Custom sizes. o Set Custom size pixel limits in Settings. o Adjust JPEG quality with a precision slider. Video Export Options: o Highest Quality, HEVC, Medium, Low, Full HD, HD, or VGA. o Transcode to universal MP4 format. Save Anywhere: Store files to USB drives (via USB-C or Lightning adapter), cloud services like iCloud and Google Drive or your iOS device. Multi Export Power: Unlock batch exports with a one-time in-app purchase or a monthly subscription. Process multiple photos and videos in one go. Download Photo Export now to simplify your media conversions! Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Photo Export at 80% against PhotoMetaData's 33%. Photo Export also leads on price (Free vs $9.99) and rating (3.7 vs 2.5). PhotoMetaData's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 18.6). On ads and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Photo Export is free to download; PhotoMetaData costs $9.99 up front. Photo Export sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. PhotoMetaData asks for nothing beyond the download.
Photo Export holds the better App Store score, 3.7 against 2.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 7 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of PhotoMetaData's written reviews are positive against 80% of Photo Export's.
PhotoMetaData ships an update every 5 months, Photo Export every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on July 4, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | PhotoMetaData | Photo Export |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $9.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 2.5 (2 ratings) | 3.7 (7 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | 80.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 2 | 7 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | Free with in-app purchases — better |
| Devices | iPad, Mac | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 18.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 6 MB | 2 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | DUSSAIX Pierre-Yves | Scott Johnson |
Customer experience
PhotoMetaData
Photo Export
In-app purchases
PhotoMetaData
No in-app purchases
Photo Export
- Multi Export$0.991 Month
- Multi Export$5.99
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