# Elf Studio vs NytPix

The clearest difference is device support: Elf Studio at 3 against NytPix's 1. Elf Studio also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Elf Studio sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and NytPix sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Elf Studio ships an update every 3 days, NytPix every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and May 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Elf Studio | NytPix |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (3.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/elf-studio/id6443879616/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **3.7K** | — |
| Positive reviews | 45.5% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 days | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 228 MB | 154 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [North Pole Command Centre Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/976131058) | [Ethan Weston](https://appshunter.io/developer/1832728950) |

## What reviewers say

### Elf Studio

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/elf-studio/id6443879616)

Create magical videos and photos of Santa and his elves visiting your home using augmented reality. Place characters in any environment, customize their appearance and animations, and record your own festive scenes.

**Highlights:** Add Santa Claus and elves, Unlimited elves and recording time, Create custom elves with Elf Workshop, Customize elf outfits and accessories, Elves with walking and dancing animations, Pre-plan or perform animations, Customize lighting, shadows, and camera filters

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock Elf Studio | $1.99 | per month |
| Elf Studio™ - Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Unlock Elf Studio | $3.99 | per year |
| Elf Studio™ - Annual | $6.99 | per year |
| 50+ Elf Dance Animations | $0.99 | one-time |
| 1 Credit - Pro Price | $1.99 | one-time |
| 5 Credits - Pro Price | $5.99 | one-time |
| 10 Credits - Pro Price | $9.99 | one-time |
| Elf Studio - Lifetime Pass | $19.99 | one-time |
| 25 Credits - Pro Price | $22.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎅 Elf-themed game
- 👍 Fun for kids
- 💡 Ability to create elf scenes

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Many features locked behind paywall
- 🐛 Glitchy performance
- 🚫 Limited free functionality

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to scan surfaces for elf placement
- Crashes and freezes when trying to use app

**Requested features**

- More free customization options
- Ability to save and share created scenes
- Improved surface detection for elf placement


### NytPix

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nytpix/id6749899310)

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Comic Watchlist | $0.99 | one-time |
| Elf Watchlist | $0.99 | one-time |
| Action Watchlist | $0.99 | one-time |
| Date Night Watchlist | $0.99 | one-time |
| Sci-Fi Watchlist | $0.99 | one-time |
| Undead Watchlist | $0.99 | one-time |
| NytPix+ | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Elf Studio free?

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

### Is NytPix free?

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

### Do Elf Studio or NytPix have ads?

Neither Elf Studio nor NytPix shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Elf Studio or NytPix?

Elf Studio ships an update every 3 days, and NytPix every 2 days. Most recently, Elf Studio was updated on September 25, 2026 and NytPix on May 18, 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.*