Comparison

ExifSmith vs CoffeePixel

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

Head to head
About

ExifSmith

Features
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ExifSmith is the only fully offline photo metadata manager for iPhone. Clean, view, and edit EXIF, GPS, and IPTC data from your photos without uploading anything to the cloud. YOUR PRIVACY, PROTECTED Before sharing photos on Instagram, Facebook, or elsewhere, remove hidden metadata that reveals: - Exact GPS coordinates of where photos were taken - Your home, work, and travel locations - Camera and lens details - Editing software used (Lightroom, Photoshop, etc.) - Personal info such as author name or copyright Most social apps do not remove these details automatically. ExifSmith does — and everything happens entirely on your device. POWERFUL FEATURES INDIVIDUAL PHOTO EDITING - View all metadata organized by category - Color badges quickly show what’s stored - Edit individual fields with smart validation - Keep what you want, remove what you don’t BATCH PROCESSING (PREMIUM) - Clean multiple photos at once - One-tap presets for common scenarios - Save hours of repetitive work - Perfect for photographers and creators 5 SMART PRESETS 1. Remove all metadata – total anonymity 2. Remove GPS only – keep camera data, hide location 3. Remove GPS and camera – hide both location and gear 4. Remove software info – hide editing tools used 5. Keep date only – keep when, remove everything else METADATA YOU CONTROL - GPS location (latitude, longitude, altitude) - Camera and lens info - Editing software and tools - Dates (original, digitized, modified) - Personal info (title, author, copyright, keywords) - Live Photo detection & removal IDEAL FOR - Privacy-conscious users - Content creators - Professional photographers - Journalists and activists - Stock photo contributors GENUINE PRIVACY COMMITMENT - 100% offline processing – your photos never leave your device - No user accounts needed – use instantly - Transparent business model – Free to use for single photos, upgrade for Batch features - Flexible options – Choose between Monthly subscription or Lifetime purchase PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE - Beautiful dark interface with fluid animations - Haptic feedback on every action - Smart validation for all editable fields - Available in 6 languages (EN, ES, DE, FR, JA, KO) - Regular updates and improvements LEARN AS YOU GO The built-in Education tab explains: - What metadata exists in your photos - Privacy risks of each type of metadata - When and why to remove specific data SUPPORTED FORMATS JPEG, HEIC, PNG, TIFF, BMP – all image formats supported by iOS WHY CHOOSE EXIFSMITH? Unlike other metadata tools: - Works 100% offline (others require cloud upload) - Visual indicators show metadata at a glance - Edit individual fields, not just bulk deletions - Proper handling of Live Photo - Secure & Private Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/exifprivacy/home Apple Standard Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

CoffeePixel

Transform your photos into pixel art with ease. Customize your creations using adjustable pixel sizes, color filters, and retro effects. This app works entirely offline, making it perfect for artists, gamers, and anyone who loves a nostalgic aesthetic.

Highlights
  • Instant photo to pixel art conversion
  • Offline use
  • Adjustable pixel size
  • Color filters
  • Retro effects
  • Intuitive design
Features
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CoffeePixel transforms any photo into beautiful pixel art in just a few taps. Customize your creations with adjustable pixel size, color filters, and retro effects — no internet required. Whether you’re an artist, gamer, or just love nostalgic aesthetics, CoffeePixel makes it fun and effortless to bring your photos to life in pixel form. Features: • Instant photo-to-pixel-art conversion • Full offline use — your images stay on your device • Adjustable pixel size and color palette • Simple, lightweight, and intuitive design • Perfect for icons, avatars, and creative projects Bring your photos back to the 8-bit era with CoffeePixel — the easiest way to pixelate your world!

Screenshots

ExifSmith3 screens
CoffeePixel4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CoffeePixel at none against ExifSmith's 2. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. ExifSmith sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. CoffeePixel asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
ExifSmith versus CoffeePixel: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterExifSmithCoffeePixel
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS17.6 — better18.5
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMANUEL MATAS GALEOTEBruno Hamed Zayed

In-app purchases

2 purchases

ExifSmith

Subscriptions1
  • Premium Monthly$4.991 Month
One-time1
  • Lifetime Access$24.99
None

CoffeePixel

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ExifSmith free?
ExifSmith is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CoffeePixel free?
CoffeePixel is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do ExifSmith or CoffeePixel have ads?
Neither ExifSmith nor CoffeePixel shows ads.

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