Comparison

Exif Editor and Viewer vs Meta

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Exif Editor and Viewer

Easily view and edit EXIF data within your photos. Remove sensitive information like location or device details, or add new tags. Copy EXIF data between images and even modify location data using an integrated map view.

Highlights
  • Add, modify, and remove EXIF tags
  • Edit location data with Maps view
  • Copy EXIF data between files
  • Copy EXIF data to clipboard
  • View device and enhancement tool information
Features
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Exif Editor supports viewing and modification of EXIF data of your pictures. EXIF tags can reveal information you do not want to share such as your position, captured device information, or information about tools which were used to enhance the picture. Use Exif Editor to remove, modify, and add individual or multiple EXIF tags. Exif Editor also supports copying of EXIF data between image files. This can be for instance useful if your photo editing app removes or alters your picture's EXIF tags. *** Important *** Please grant EXIF viewer location service (which is asked when opening an image the first time). Location service is required to load EXIF location data and for map visualization. Features include: - Add, modify, remove EXIF tags individually - Modify location data using Maps view (moving markers) - Copy EXIF tags from existing files - Copy EXIF tags to clipboard (e.g. for easy sharing by email, and other apps) *NEW*

About

Meta

Features
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Elevate your photography with MetaPhoto. MetaPhoto is the ultimate utility for photographers who want to go beyond the surface. Whether you're a professional looking to analyze your exposure triangle or an enthusiast curious about your lens performance, MetaPhoto provides the deep technical insights you need. Key Features: Deep Metadata Inspection: View exhaustive EXIF, TIFF, and GPS data including ISO, aperture, shutter speed, focal length, lens model, and more. AI-Powered Insights: Get instant, on-device assessments of your photo's technical settings. Learn how ISO and aperture choices affected your shot. Privacy-First: Your photos never leave your device. All analysis and metadata extraction happen locally. Professional Exports: Export metadata in JSON, CSV, XMP Sidecar, or Plain Text for professional workflows. Recipe Overlays: Share your photos with their technical "recipe" (settings) elegantly overlaid. Contact Sheets: Generate professional PDF-style contact sheets for groups of photos. Native Experience: Native support for App Shortcuts, SwiftData, and the latest Apple technologies. Perfect for film photographers wanting to log digital stats, or digital pros optimizing their workflow. https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ https://jamsoftinc.com/privacy-policy-apple

Screenshots

Exif Editor and Viewer3 screens
Meta4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Exif Editor and Viewer at none against Meta's 3. Exif Editor and Viewer also leads on iOS requirement (7.0 vs 26.2). Meta's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 2 months) and price ($0.99 vs $1.99). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Exif Editor and Viewer costs $1.99 and Meta $0.99 up front. Meta sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Exif Editor and Viewer asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Exif Editor and Viewer ships an update every 2 months, Meta monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Exif Editor and Viewer versus Meta: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterExif Editor and ViewerMeta
Price$1.99$0.99 — better
Rating2.0 (7 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews28.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings7 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS7.0 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHarald MeyerJAMSoft Inc

In-app purchases

None

Exif Editor and Viewer

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Meta

Subscriptions2
  • MetaPhoto Pro$2.991 Month
  • MetaPhoto Pro (Annual)7 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • MetaPhoto Pro (Lifetime)$49.99

Questions

Is Exif Editor and Viewer free?
Exif Editor and Viewer costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Meta free?
Meta costs $0.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Do Exif Editor and Viewer or Meta have ads?
Neither Exif Editor and Viewer nor Meta shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Exif Editor and Viewer or Meta?
Exif Editor and Viewer ships an update every 2 months, and Meta monthly. Most recently, Exif Editor and Viewer was updated on October 18, 2026 and Meta on October 14, 2026.

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