Comparison

ExifSmith vs Player Go

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

Player Go

Organize and play your video content using custom playlists. This app supports M3U URLs and Xtream Codes API, offering a clean interface for live channels, movies, and series. Enjoy smooth playback and manage your content efficiently.

Highlights
  • Add unlimited M3U playlists
  • Xtream Codes API support
  • Playlist login via URL or credentials
  • Live channels, movies, and series sections
  • Favorites and quick access
  • Smooth playback and fast loading
Features
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Player Go is a modern media player designed to organize and play video content from user-provided playlists. The app does not include any media or channels. Users must add their own playlists using compatible URLs to access their content. Features: • Add unlimited playlists (M3U URLs) • Xtream Codes API support • Playlist login via URL or account credentials • Live channels, movies and series sections • Clean and intuitive interface • Favorites and quick access • Smooth playback and fast loading • Playlist and cache management Player Go focuses on simplicity, performance and a premium user experience across all sections. Important information: Player Go does not provide, host or promote any media content. All content is supplied by the user and remains their responsibility. SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION Player Go offers the following subscription options: • Annual Subscription - Full access to all features, renews yearly • Lifetime Purchase - One-time payment for permanent access Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel subscriptions in your account settings on the App Store after purchase. LEGAL Privacy Policy: https://iptv-privacy.vercel.app/ Terms of Service: https://iptv-privacy.vercel.app/ EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

ExifSmith3 screens
Player Go1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: Player Go at 3 against ExifSmith's 1. On price, update cadence, ads 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 Player Go sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $17.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ExifSmith ships an update every 6 weeks, Player Go monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
ExifSmith versus Player Go: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterExifSmithPlayer Go
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.616 — better
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB8 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMANUEL MATAS GALEOTEAres Deniz

In-app purchases

2 purchases

ExifSmith

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

Player Go

Subscriptions1
  • Annual Subscription3 Days trial$17.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium Lifetime$69.99

Questions

Is ExifSmith free?
ExifSmith is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Player Go free?
Player Go is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do ExifSmith or Player Go have ads?
Neither ExifSmith nor Player Go shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ExifSmith or Player Go?
ExifSmith ships an update every 6 weeks, and Player Go monthly. Most recently, ExifSmith was updated on October 3, 2026 and Player Go on October 6, 2026.

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