Image Compressor vs Pico
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Image Compressor
Easily compress photos to specific file sizes or resize them to exact pixel dimensions. Ideal for online applications, government forms, and ID photos requiring strict specifications.
- Compress to target file size
- Resize to exact pixel dimensions
- Multiple image format support
- ID photo templates
- Fine rotation adjustment
- Adjustable image quality
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Compress photos to a specific file size and resize images to exact pixel dimensions. This app is designed for online applications, government forms, exam registrations, ID photos, and websites that require strict image specifications. Whether you need a photo under 50KB, 100KB, or 200KB, or an exact size such as 295 × 413 pixels, the app helps you prepare a suitable image without repeated trial and error. Compress to a Target File Size Enter the maximum file size you need, and the app automatically adjusts image quality and resolution to keep the exported file within that limit. Useful for: • Images under 50KB, 100KB, or 200KB• Online registration requirements• Government and application forms• ID photo and document uploads• Email and website attachments Resize to Exact Pixels Set a custom width and height, including: • 295 × 413 pixels• 300 × 400 pixels• 480 × 640 pixels• Any other custom dimensions Choose between Fit and Fill modes to control how the image is resized and cropped. Multiple Image Formats Supports common formats including JPEG, PNG, GIF, HEIF, BMP, TIFF, and PDF. You can also convert HEIC photos from an iPhone into JPG files that are easier to upload to many websites. ID Photo Templates Choose from standard photo templates, including: • One-inch photos• Two-inch photos• Chinese ID photo sizes• Japanese ID photo sizes• US visa photos• Other common specifications Select a template to quickly apply the required size and aspect ratio. Fine Rotation Adjustment In ID photo mode, make small rotation adjustments to correct slightly tilted photos. Adjustable Image Quality Fine-tune the compression quality to balance image clarity and file size. Great for: • Government and online applications• Exams and registration forms• School and employment documents• Passport, visa, and ID photos• Websites requiring exact pixels or file sizes• HEIC-to-JPG conversion• Everyday photo compression and resizing Adjust the file size, pixels, format, and ID photo dimensions in one convenient workflow.
Pico
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Picoは、写真や画像を端末の中だけで整える画像変換アプリです。 形式、最大辺・容量を選ぶだけで、用途に合わせた画像を書き出せます。 大切な画像を外部サーバーへ送信することはありません。 ・JPEG、PNG、HEICに対応 ・最大辺と最大容量を指定 ・変換後の画像を写真へ保存、または共有 ・Pico Proで広告なし、複数選択、撮影情報の保持などに対応 画像を、ちょうどよく。
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Image Compressor at none against Pico's shown. Pico's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 9 days). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. Image Compressor sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Pico sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Image Compressor ships an update every 9 days, Pico every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Image Compressor | Pico |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | Every 2 days — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 17.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 3 MB | 14 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 云涛 贾 | Takumi Morikawa |
In-app purchases
Image Compressor
- Unlimited Export$0.99
Pico
- Pico Pro$5.99









