# 2sec vs Hioto

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: 2sec at none against Hioto's 2. 2sec also leads on iOS requirement (16.4 vs 26.0). Hioto's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 days vs every 8 days). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Hioto sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. 2sec asks for nothing beyond the download.

2sec ships an update every 8 days, Hioto every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | 2sec | Hioto |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 8 days | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | — | Freemium |
| Size | 120 MB | 82 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.4** | 26.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Yushi Asao](https://appshunter.io/developer/1857494540) | [BasaApp Technologies](https://appshunter.io/developer/1712971435) |

## What reviewers say

### 2sec

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/2sec-vlogs-made-in-a-flash/id6755941014)

**Features:** iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Hioto

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hioto-vlog/id6777577104)

Effortlessly capture daily moments and automatically compile them into vertical vlogs. This app simplifies journaling by letting you record short clips without editing or social sharing, preserving your memories privately.

**Highlights:** Automatic vlog compilation, One-tap recording, No editing required, Private, offline storage, Calendar view of memories, Optional iCloud sync, Face ID/Touch ID lock

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hioto Plus (Monthly) | $1.99 | per month |
| Hioto Plus (Yearly) | $14.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 2sec free?

2sec is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Hioto free?

Hioto is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do 2sec or Hioto have ads?

2sec shows ads; Hioto does not.

### Which is updated more often, 2sec or Hioto?

2sec ships an update every 8 days, and Hioto every 2 days. Most recently, 2sec was updated on November 5, 2026 and Hioto on October 31, 2026.

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