# MediaZip vs Backdrop Player

The clearest difference is device support: MediaZip at 4 against Backdrop Player's 2. MediaZip also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.2). On price, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

## The numbers

| Metric | MediaZip | Backdrop Player |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backdrop-player-local-video/id6757992803/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **2** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Size | 40 MB | 4 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 26.2 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [平 王](https://appshunter.io/developer/1741278980) | [Kyle Scheer](https://appshunter.io/developer/1840618676) |

## What reviewers say

### MediaZip

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mediazip-video-compressor/id6740051536)

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Backdrop Player

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backdrop-player-local-video/id6757992803)

This utility app allows you to play local video files while simultaneously listening to music, podcasts, or audiobooks from other applications. It features audio and volume mixing to ensure seamless blending of video and background audio, all while prioritizing user privacy with local-only data handling. Enjoy your media without interruptions.

**Highlights:** Audio mixing, Volume control for video, Privacy focused, Supports MP4, MOV, M4V, No ads, 100% free

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MediaZip free?

MediaZip is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Backdrop Player free?

Backdrop Player is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Do MediaZip or Backdrop Player have ads?

Neither MediaZip nor Backdrop Player shows ads.

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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.*