Comparison

ExifSmith vs PiP Now

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

PiP Now

Display selected photos as a persistent picture-in-picture window on your screen. Keep reference materials, recipes, or cherished photos visible while using other applications.

Highlights
  • Display photos in a floating PiP window
  • Show two photos side-by-side
  • Launch directly from share sheets
  • Minimalist and intuitive UI
  • Privacy-focused on-device processing
Features
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PiP Now - Float photos on your screen ■ What it does PiP Now is a simple app that lets you permanently display selected photos as a picture-in-picture (PiP) window on your screen. Even while using other apps, the photo floats as a small window on your screen, making it useful for: • Working while referencing design materials • Cooking while viewing recipes • Working while checking blueprints or manuals • Keeping photos of loved ones always visible • Using your phone while viewing pet photos • Keeping notes or to-do lists constantly displayed ■ How to Use 1. Tap the “+” button in the center 2. Select 1-2 photos from your photo library 3. Tap “Start PiP” That's all it takes—your chosen photos will float and display on your screen. ■ Handy Features 【Display Two Photos Side-by-Side】 Select two photos to automatically composite them horizontally. Great for comparing images. 【Launch Directly from Share Sheets】 When sharing photos from other apps, just choose “PiP Now” to instantly start PiP display. 【Simple, Beautiful UI】 Minimalist design for intuitive operation. ■ Recommended For • Keeping reference materials constantly visible while working • Cooking while following a recipe • Wanting to always see cherished photos • Using multiple apps simultaneously • Wanting to use your screen efficiently ■ Notes • Uses iOS's built-in Picture-in-Picture feature • Specializes in displaying still images, not videos • You can freely use other apps while PiP is active ■ Privacy • Selected photos are processed only on your device • No data is sent to external servers • Access to your photo library occurs only during selection About Premium Plan PiP Now offers the following subscriptions: • PiP Now Premium (Monthly): $1.99 / month (auto-renewable) • PiP Now Premium (Lifetime): $9.99 (one-time purchase, no auto-renewal) Premium benefits: • Remove all ads • Unlimited combined image saves • Support future development Auto-renewable subscription details: • Subscriptions automatically renew at the same price unless auto-renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. • You can manage and cancel your subscriptions anytime from Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions. • Cancellation of the current active subscription period is not allowed. • Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when purchasing a subscription. Terms of Use & Privacy Policy Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://pip-now-lp3.vercel.app/privacy-policy/pip-now Make your photos more useful with the simple and easy-to-use PiP Now.

Screenshots

ExifSmith3 screens
PiP Now4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: ExifSmith at none against PiP Now's shown. PiP Now's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 6 weeks) and device support (3 vs 1). On price and in-app purchases 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 and PiP Now sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ExifSmith ships an update every 6 weeks, PiP Now every 4 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
ExifSmith versus PiP Now: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterExifSmithPiP Now
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—3 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 4 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB45 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMANUEL MATAS GALEOTEShun Kurauchi

In-app purchases

2 purchases

ExifSmith

Subscriptions1
  • Premium Monthly$4.991 Month
One-time1
  • Lifetime Access$24.99
2 purchases

PiP Now

Subscriptions1
  • Ad-Free Monthly$1.991 Month
One-time1
  • Ad-Free Lifetime$9.99

Questions

Is ExifSmith free?
ExifSmith is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PiP Now free?
PiP Now is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do ExifSmith or PiP Now have ads?
PiP Now shows ads; ExifSmith does not.
Which is updated more often, ExifSmith or PiP Now?
ExifSmith ships an update every 6 weeks, and PiP Now every 4 days. Most recently, ExifSmith was updated on October 24, 2026 and PiP Now on October 24, 2026.

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