Comparison

Video Compressor vs VidCompress

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

Head to head
About

Video Compressor

This app allows users to easily compress videos, adjusting bitrate, resolution, and format to reduce file size while maintaining quality. It offers offline processing and customizable export options for various needs, from saving space to preparing videos for social media.

Highlights
  • Adjust bitrate for file size or quality
  • Select resolution (720p, 1080p, 4K)
  • Choose export container (M4V, MP4, MOV)
  • Select video codecs (H.264, H.265)
  • Offline video processing
  • Hardware acceleration for speed
Features
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Kompresso is a versatile and powerful batch and single video compressor app designed to make video compression simple and accessible for everyone. With its intuitive user interface and optimized, high-performance libraries, Kompresso enables you to easily adjust bitrate, resolution, frame rate, and media format to suit your needs. Whether you want smaller file sizes or crystal-clear quality, Kompresso puts you in control. What Can You Customize? Bitrate • Choose lower bitrates for smaller file sizes or higher bitrates to preserve quality—the decision is entirely yours! Resolution • Select the perfect resolution for your needs: HD (720p), Full HD (1080p), or stunning 4K (2160p) for the best visual experience. Container • Export your videos in your preferred format: M4V, MP4, or MOV—choose what works best for you. Codecs • Opt for H.264 for broad compatibility across devices or H.265 to save space without sacrificing quality. Take full control of your compression process. Adjust resolution, frame rate, and bitrate to find the perfect balance between file size and quality. With cutting-edge hardware acceleration, Kompresso works fast. Whether you’re freeing up storage, preparing a video for social media, or simply organizing your library, Kompresso gives you the tools to make it happen. When you're ready, upgrade to Kompresso+ to unlock even more features, including longer video exports and format conversions. Kompresso processes your videos entirely offline, right on your device. Your videos never leave your device. We don’t collect, store or share any video data. Ever. Terms and Conditions: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

VidCompress

Effortlessly reduce video file sizes while maintaining quality. Optimize storage space and share videos easily with intelligent compression and multiple quality settings. Supports popular formats and batch processing for convenience.

Highlights
  • Intelligent compression
  • Multiple quality settings
  • Resolution control
  • MP4, MOV, M4V support
  • Batch processing
  • Storage analysis
  • Modern interface
Features
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Description: VidCompression is your go-to solution for effortless video compression. Built for simplicity and performance, this powerful app helps you reduce video file sizes while preserving quality – perfect for freeing up storage space or sharing videos. Key Features: Intelligent Compression - Preserve video quality while reducing file size Multiple Quality Settings - Choose from highests, high, medium, low and very low compression levels Resolution Control - Maintain original quality or optimize to 1080p, 720p, or 480p Versatile Format Options - Support for MP4, MOV, and M4V formats Batch Processing - Compress multiple videos simultaneously Storage Analysis - Track original and compressed file sizes Clean, Modern Interface - Designed for iOS with an intuitive user experience Perfect for: Saving storage space on your iPhone/iPad Sharing videos via messaging apps or email Social media uploads Quick video optimization VidCompression focuses on delivering professional-grade compression with maximum simplicity. No complex settings – just efficient, reliable video compression when you need it.

Screenshots

Video Compressor4 screens
VidCompress4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Video Compressor at none against VidCompress's shown. Video Compressor also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 7 months) and ratings volume (115 vs 1). VidCompress's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.6). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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

Both are free to download. Video Compressor sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and VidCompress sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

VidCompress holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Video Compressor has 115 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Video Compressor ships an update fortnightly, VidCompress every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Video Compressor versus VidCompress: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVideo CompressorVidCompress
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (115 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews83.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings115 — better1
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 7 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBaris Ulas CukurPocket Grove Ltd

Customer experience

Video Compressor

All ratings113 ratings
Positive90.3%
Neutral3.5%
Negative6.2%
Written reviews59 reviews
Positive83.1%
Neutral8.5%
Negative8.5%

VidCompress

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Video Compressor

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Compression goes to 103% complete
  • Incompatible with older devices

Requested features

5 requests
  • Batch selection of videos
  • Photo compression option
  • Sort by largest video files
  • Ability to compress from Files app, not just Photos
  • Automatic deletion of original video after compression

VidCompress

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Video Compressor

Subscriptions4
  • Kompresso+ (Weekly)$1.997 Days
  • Kompresso+ (Monthly)$4.991 Month
  • Kompresso+ (Annual)$9.991 Year
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  • Yearly Premium$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Kompresso+ (Lifetime)$19.99
1 purchases

VidCompress

One-time1
  • VideoCompress Pro$14.99

Questions

Is Video Compressor free?
Video Compressor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is VidCompress free?
VidCompress is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Video Compressor or VidCompress?
VidCompress is rated higher. Video Compressor averages 4.6 out of 5 from 115 ratings, while VidCompress averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Video Compressor or VidCompress have ads?
VidCompress shows ads; Video Compressor does not.
Which is updated more often, Video Compressor or VidCompress?
Video Compressor ships an update fortnightly, and VidCompress every 7 months. Most recently, Video Compressor was updated on October 25, 2026 and VidCompress on October 24, 2026.

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