Comparison

Video Compressor vs PixelGone

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

Head to head
About

Video Compressor

Easily reduce the size of your video files without compromising quality. Choose from different compression levels and preview the estimated size savings before processing. The app works in the background and saves compressed videos directly to your device's photo library.

Highlights
  • Smart video compression up to 80%
  • Maintain 1080p/4K detail
  • Preview size savings
  • Live Activities & Dynamic Island updates
  • Background processing
  • Private, on-device processing
Features
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Video Compressor - reduce turns large clips into light, share-ready files without sacrificing clarity. Pick a video, choose Small, Balanced, or Sharp quality, and see estimated size savings before you start. Watch progress via Live Activities and Dynamic Island, get a notification when it’s done, and save straight back to Photos. Smart compression: shrink videos by up to 80% while keeping 1080p/4K detail. Quick comparisons: check before/after size, resolution, and duration so you know exactly what changed. Background-friendly: compression keeps running if you switch apps, with lock screen updates. Private by design: everything processes on your device—no uploads, no accounts. Storage saver: clean up space fast so sharing, backing up, and messaging are effortless. Video Compressor Pro unlocks batch compression, target file sizes, advanced controls, compression history, and an ad-free experience. Monthly subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled through your Apple Account settings. A one-time Lifetime purchase is also available. Basic video compression is available free with ads and daily limits. Pro features require a monthly subscription or Lifetime purchase. Terms of Use: https://sites.google.com/view/video-compressor-reduce/terms Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/video-compressor-reduce/privacy-policy

About

PixelGone

Features
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PixelGone makes it easy to remove unwanted objects and distractions from your photos. Choose a photo, position the reticle or draw over the area to remove, then let PixelGone reconstruct the image directly on your device. Features: • Precise reticle for small corrections • Freehand selection for larger objects • AI-powered image reconstruction • Undo, redo and reset controls • Export without modifying the original photo • Fully local processing Your photos are processed entirely on your device and are never uploaded to a server.

Screenshots

Video Compressor4 screens
PixelGone4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: PixelGone at none against Video Compressor's shown. PixelGone also leads on update cadence (every 9 days vs every 9 months). Video Compressor's advantage is iOS requirement (18.0 vs 26.0). On price, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Video Compressor ships an update every 9 months, PixelGone every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on September 15, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Video Compressor versus PixelGone: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVideo CompressorPixelGone
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsEvery 9 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB215 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAnas TaqiMaxime Daymard

In-app purchases

None

Video Compressor

No in-app purchases

None

PixelGone

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Video Compressor free?
Video Compressor is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PixelGone free?
PixelGone is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Video Compressor or PixelGone have ads?
Video Compressor shows ads; PixelGone does not.
Which is updated more often, Video Compressor or PixelGone?
Video Compressor ships an update every 9 months, and PixelGone every 9 days. Most recently, Video Compressor was updated on September 15, 2026 and PixelGone on October 13, 2026.

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