# ProPhoto vs Lightkit

The clearest difference is rating: Lightkit at 5.0 against ProPhoto's 4.5. Lightkit also leads on update cadence (every 3 months vs every 6 months). ProPhoto's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ProPhoto sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per year and Lightkit sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Lightkit holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.

ProPhoto ships an update every 6 months, Lightkit every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ProPhoto | Lightkit |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/prophoto/id626894191/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lightkit-lightroom-effects/id6444389566/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | **Every 3 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 96 MB | 69 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Zinio Pro](https://appshunter.io/developer/451100089) | [Big Mood Apps LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1647828698) |

## What reviewers say

### ProPhoto

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/prophoto/id626894191)

This publication offers in-depth coverage of professional photography and digital imaging. It features equipment reviews, exhibition news, photographer spotlights, and business advice for imaging professionals. Back issues and future editions are available for purchase.

**Highlights:** Equipment evaluations, Exhibition details, Photographer profiles, Advanced techniques, Business practices, Product guides

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Year | $19.99 | per year |
| 248 | $2.99 | one-time |
| V69 #7 of ProPhoto | $3.99 | one-time |
| June 2013 of ProPhoto | $3.99 | one-time |
| May 2013 of ProPhoto | $3.99 | one-time |
| April 2013 of ProPhoto | $3.99 | one-time |
| V70 #8 of ProPhoto | $3.99 | one-time |
| V70 #7 of ProPhoto | $3.99 | one-time |
| V70 #4 of ProPhoto | $3.99 | one-time |
| V71 #3 | $3.99 | one-time |


### Lightkit

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lightkit-lightroom-effects/id6444389566)

Enhance your photos with a vast collection of trendy presets and filters. Easily transform ordinary images into professional-quality masterpieces with an intuitive interface and weekly updates.

**Highlights:** Extensive library of trendy presets, Weekly filter updates, Diverse themes for various aesthetics, Intuitive and user-friendly interface, Transform photos into masterpieces, Amplify visual storytelling

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro access (1 week) | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro access (1 week trial off) | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro access (1 month) | $9.99 | per month |
| Pro access (1 year) | $19.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ProPhoto free?

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

### Is Lightkit free?

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

### Which has better reviews, ProPhoto or Lightkit?

Lightkit is rated higher. ProPhoto averages 4.5 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Lightkit averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do ProPhoto or Lightkit have ads?

Lightkit shows ads; ProPhoto does not.

### Which is updated more often, ProPhoto or Lightkit?

ProPhoto ships an update every 6 months, and Lightkit every 3 months. Most recently, ProPhoto was updated on November 6, 2026 and Lightkit on November 3, 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.*