Comparison

Acsta vs Screeny

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

Head to head
About

Acsta

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This app uses image recognition AI to automatically cut out images and generate composite images with background images. - It instantly processes images selected from your photo album or taken with your camera and automatically cuts out the subject. - Automatically cropped images can be saved in albums or within the app. - A composite image of the cut-out image and background image can be generated and then shared on social media, saved to a photo album, or sent via email or messenger. - It syncs with iCloud, so you can sync data with other devices such as your iPad. And more... It supports Apple Intelligence Image Playground and can generate images. - The background is removed from the generated image to create an image for compositing. - The generated image can be used as the background for a composite image. Downloading the app is free. If it is determined that your device supports automatic image cropping using image recognition AI, you can use the function by purchasing an in-app purchase (Basic functions unlocked).

About

Screeny

Features
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Screeny is a powerful screenshot and image editor that transforms your captures into professional-quality visuals. KEY FEATURES Markup Tools Arrows, rectangles, freehand drawing, text, highlight, blur, and redact โ€” everything you need to annotate your images clearly. Device Frames Add realistic iPhone frames (iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 14, iPhone SE) for App Store-ready screenshots and presentations. Custom Backgrounds Mesh gradients, 50+ color gradients, image and video backgrounds โ€” fully customizable to match your style. Multi-Image Layout Side-by-side, stacked, and stitch modes to combine multiple screenshots into one clean image. Aspect Ratios Original (preserve native proportions), 1:1, 4:3, 16:9, 9:16, and more โ€” 12 presets to choose from. GIPHY Stickers Add animated stickers to make your images fun and expressive. Export Save as image or video. Create videos with zoom effects and smooth transitions. Upgrade to Screeny Pro to unlock all backgrounds, gradients, device frames, markup tools, multi-image layouts, and more.

Screenshots

Acsta4 screens
Screeny2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Screeny at every 2 days against Acsta's every 3 weeks. Screeny also leads on iOS requirement (18.5 vs 26.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. Acsta sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Screeny sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Acsta ships an update every 3 weeks, Screeny every 2 days. Both last shipped on October 19, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences ยท 4 level
Acsta versus Screeny: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAcstaScreeny
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 2 days โ€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS26.618.5 โ€” better
Further details โ€” not scored
Size5 MB14 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developershinichi tanimotoAlphaByte, Inc.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Acsta

One-time1
  • Basic functions unlocked$0.99
2 purchases

Screeny

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Premium Access$1.997 Days
  • Yearly Premium Access3 Days trial$29.991 Year

Questions

Is Acsta free?
Acsta is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Screeny free?
Screeny is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Acsta or Screeny have ads?
Neither Acsta nor Screeny shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Acsta or Screeny?
Acsta ships an update every 3 weeks, and Screeny every 2 days. Most recently, Acsta was updated on October 19, 2026 and Screeny on October 19, 2026.

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