CataImage vs Metadrop
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side ā with what reviewers say about each.
CataImage
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Cataimage is the professional app for photographers that combines a powerful catalog with a true RAW editor, on Mac, iPhone, and iPad. Organize thousands of photos, develop your RAW files without compromise, and manage IPTC metadata like a pro ā all in a single app. PROFESSIONAL RAW EDITOR ⢠Non-destructive RAW development with real-time preview ⢠Exposure, contrast, highlights/shadows, whites/blacks, temperature, and tint ⢠Curves, HSL, color grading, and Point Color for total color control ⢠Local masks with automatic subject selection (AI) ⢠Healing and cloning to remove imperfections ⢠Over 60 film simulations with realistic grain ⢠Automatic lens and perspective correction (distortion, vignetting) ⢠Cropping, straightening, and perspective correction ⢠Negative to positive: scan and convert your negatives ⢠Soft proofing and single or batch export (JPEG, TIFF, HEIF, PNG) IPTC CATALOG AND METADATA ⢠Unlimited photo management, organized with ease ⢠Complete IPTC editor: title, caption, author, keywords, copyright, location ⢠Find and replace across the metadata of all your images at once ⢠Reusable IPTC templates with batch application ⢠Star ratings and color labels ⢠Batch rename and move ALL YOUR FORMATS ⢠RAW: Canon CR3/CR2, Sony ARW, Nikon NEF, Fujifilm RAF, Leica/Adobe DNG, Pentax PEF, and more ⢠Plus JPEG, HEIF, TIFF, and PNG, with format filtering in the grid ON ALL YOUR DEVICES ⢠Mac, iPhone, and iPad, with an interface optimized for each ⢠Access your photos via iCloud too Whether you need to catalog an archive, develop a RAW shot, or give your files the look of film, Cataimage has everything you need. Cataimage PRO is an auto-renewable subscription (monthly or yearly). Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. It renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period; your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the period. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your Apple Account settings. Privacy Policy: https://www.cataimage.com/privacy-policy/ Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Metadrop
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Take full control of your photo metadata. Metadrop lets you view, edit, and manage EXIF, IPTC, and GPS data ā with AI-powered keyword suggestions to save you hours of manual tagging. SMART AI KEYWORDS ⢠Get instant keyword suggestions powered by Google Gemini ⢠AI analyzes your photos and generates accurate, relevant tags ⢠Select individual suggestions or apply all at once ⢠Only a tiny compressed preview is sent ā your originals never leave your device COMPLETE METADATA EDITING ⢠Edit title, caption, copyright, artist, credit, and source ⢠Change date taken with a full date & time picker ⢠Set or remove GPS location with an interactive map ⢠View detailed EXIF data: camera, lens, ISO, aperture, shutter speed, and more POWERFUL BATCH EDITING ⢠Edit metadata for multiple photos at once ⢠Apply AI keywords to entire batches automatically ⢠Choose between editing originals or creating copies ⢠Track progress in real time with success/failure reporting REUSABLE TEMPLATES ⢠Save your metadata configurations as templates ⢠Customize with 200+ icons and colors ⢠Set AI keyword rules to guide suggestions per template ⢠Apply templates to single or batch edits instantly PRIVACY FIRST ⢠All metadata edits happen on your device ⢠Photos are never uploaded to any server ⢠AI uses only a small, compressed preview ⢠Analytics opt-out available BUILT FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS ⢠Support for RAW, Live Photos, Portrait, and more ⢠Adjustable export quality (Pro) ⢠Search and filter your library by type, name, or keywords ⢠Pinch-to-zoom grid with drag-to-select PRO SUBSCRIPTION ⢠Unlimited AI keyword analyses ⢠Unlimited batch editing ⢠Unlimited templates ⢠Adjustable export quality ⢠3-day free trial included Download Metadrop and start organizing your photo library the smart way. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is device support: CataImage at 3 against Metadrop's 1. On price, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. CataImage sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Metadrop sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | CataImage | Metadrop |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | ā |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac ā better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 ā better | 18.0 |
| Further details ā not scored | ||
| Size | 61 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Marco Ottico | Dogan Akdeniz |
In-app purchases
CataImage
- Monthly1 Month trial$3.991 Month
- 3 Months1 Month trial$14.993 Months
- Yearly1 Month trial$34.991 Year
Metadrop
- Monthly Pro3 Days trial$2.991 Month
- Annual Pro3 Days trial$19.991 Year









