Comparison

BOKKI Encoder vs Kompress

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

Head to head
About

BOKKI Encoder

Features
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Simple video conversion Convert videos on your iPhone and iPad with BOKKI Encoder. Import videos from Photos, Files, or a folder, then choose a resolution and target file size. Features • Import from Photos, Files, and folders Choose a video from your photo library or Files. Load multiple files or collect videos from a folder and convert them one after another. • Convert to H.265 (HEVC) Convert videos to H.265 (HEVC) and save them in MP4 or MOV format. • Choose a resolution and target size Keep the original resolution or choose an available resolution. Set a target file size to prepare videos for storage and sharing. • Preview videos and check file information Previews open with controls hidden. Tap the video to show playback controls and file size. Play, pause, or seek through the video, and tap again to hide the controls. • Add to the list and move between preview files Move between files with Previous and Next. Use Add List to add the current video to the conversion list; a checkbox shows whether it has already been added. Playback continues when you add a video. Close the preview with the X in the top-right corner. • Choose where to save Save converted videos to Photos or a folder you select. How to use 1. Import videos with File, Album, or Folder. 2. Check the resolution and target size, then tap Convert. 3. When conversion finishes, choose a destination and save the result. Stars Conversion uses Stars. The app shows how many Stars you need, and you can earn Stars by watching rewarded ads. Available formats and settings depend on your device and source file. Target size is an estimate; the final file size can vary with video length, content, and settings.

About

Kompress

Features
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Kompress shrinks your videos right on your phone — no uploads, no waiting, no account. • Pick videos from your camera roll or Files, one at a time or as a batch • One-tap quality presets, or fine-tune resolution, bitrate, codec (H.264/HEVC) and audio • See the size before you commit, with a live before/after estimate • Keep your originals, or replace them — your choice • Everything runs on your device; nothing is ever uploaded • Save straight to your camera roll or share right away • Light and dark themes, 38 languages KOMPRESS PRO Your first compression is free. Kompress Pro unlocks unlimited compressions: • Weekly — $1.99 / week • Yearly — $9.99 / year, with a 7-day free trial • Lifetime — $14.99 one-time purchase, not a subscription Weekly and Yearly are auto-renewing subscriptions. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. A subscription renews automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period, and your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours before that period ends. Manage or cancel anytime in your App Store account settings. Privacy Policy: https://getkompress.app/privacy Terms of Use: https://getkompress.app/terms EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

BOKKI Encoder4 screens
Kompress4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BOKKI Encoder at none against Kompress's 3. Kompress's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). On price, update cadence, ads and device support 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

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. Kompress sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. BOKKI Encoder asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BOKKI Encoder ships an update every 8 days, Kompress fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Ā· 4 level
BOKKI Encoder versus Kompress: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBOKKI EncoderKompress
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 8 days — betterFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size48 MB91 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYongyeon YuYaysoft LTD

In-app purchases

None

BOKKI Encoder

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Kompress

Subscriptions2
  • Kompress Pro Weekly$1.997 Days
  • Kompress Pro Yearly7 Days trial$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Kompress Pro Lifetime$14.99

Questions

Is BOKKI Encoder free?
BOKKI Encoder is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Kompress free?
Kompress is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do BOKKI Encoder or Kompress have ads?
Neither BOKKI Encoder nor Kompress shows ads.
Which is updated more often, BOKKI Encoder or Kompress?
BOKKI Encoder ships an update every 8 days, and Kompress fortnightly. Most recently, BOKKI Encoder was updated on October 17, 2026 and Kompress on October 15, 2026.

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