Video Compressor vs Smart Compressors
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Video Compressor
Reduce the size of large videos directly on your device without uploading them to a server. Maintain control over output quality and file size, with options for different compression modes and maximum file size settings. All features are available without ads, subscriptions, or watermarks.
- On-device compression
- No ads, subscriptions, or watermarks
- Adjustable quality and file size
- Multiple compression modes (HEVC, H.264)
- Set maximum output file size
- Preview before and after compression
- Save or share compressed videos
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Make large videos smaller while keeping control of quality and output size. Video Compressor works entirely on your iPhone. Your videos are not uploaded to a server, the original stays untouched, and the finished copy is ready to save or share. Every compression feature is included. There are no ads, subscriptions, in-app purchases, accounts, or watermarks. CHOOSE VIDEOS QUICKLY • Browse your library in a uniform grid with file size and duration on every video • Sort by Newest or Largest to find the videos worth compressing first • Manage the videos available when using limited Photos access • Use Apple’s private picker when you prefer to share access to only one video • Import compatible videos from Files CONTROL THE RESULT • Balanced mode for a practical quality and size tradeoff • Smallest mode using HEVC for stronger space savings • Compatible mode using H.264 for broad playback support • Set a maximum output file size with precise MB entry or the slider • Rename the output file before compressing SEE WHAT IS HAPPENING • Loading and import progress for videos that need preparation • Live compression progress • Clear before-and-after file sizes and percentage saved • Preview the original and compressed videos to compare the result • Checks for the expected duration, audio track, and picture shape SAVE OR SHARE • Save the compressed copy to Photos, with confirmation to avoid duplicate saves • Share it to Files, Messages, Mail, or another compatible app • Keep the original unchanged PRIVATE BY DESIGN Compression happens on your device. Video Compressor includes no account system, developer analytics, advertising SDK, or tracking.
Smart Compressors
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Smart Compressor makes it easy to reduce the size of your videos, photos, PDFs, and audio files — quickly and conveniently. Running out of storage or need to share a large file? Choose the file you want to compress, select your preferred compression level or target size, and let Smart Compressor do the rest. KEY FEATURES • Video Compression Compress MP4, MOV, and M4V videos to reduce file size and make sharing easier. • Image Compression Compress JPEG, JPG, PNG, HEIC, HEIF, and WebP images while maintaining a balance between quality and file size. • PDF Compression Reduce the size of PDF documents for easier storage and sharing. • Audio Compression Reduce the size of supported audio files and create smaller files that are easier to store and share. • Flexible Compression Choose a target file size in MB or KB, or select a compression percentage based on your needs. • Before & After Size See the original file size, compressed file size, and percentage of storage saved. • Preview Before Saving Review your selected file and compression settings before starting the compression process. • Save & Share Save compressed files locally or share them using the iOS Share Sheet. • Compression History Keep track of your previously compressed files and the space you've saved. • Simple & Clean Interface A straightforward experience designed to make file compression quick and easy. SAVE STORAGE. SHARE FASTER. Whether you're preparing a video for sharing, reducing photo sizes, shrinking a PDF, or making an audio file smaller, Smart Compressor gives you the tools to reduce file size without unnecessary complexity. Smart Compressor is built for anyone who wants a simple way to manage large files and save valuable storage space. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Video Compressor at none against Smart Compressors's 4. Smart Compressors's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). On price, ads, 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. Smart Compressors sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Video Compressor asks for nothing beyond the download.
Video Compressor ships an update every 2 months, Smart Compressors fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Video Compressor | Smart Compressors |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 17.6 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 3 MB | 27 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Zhe Wu | Sakshi Modi |
In-app purchases
Video Compressor
No in-app purchases
Smart Compressors
- Smart Compressor Premium$0.997 Days
- Smart Compressor Premium Monthly$1.991 Month
- Smart Compressor Premium Quarterly$4.993 Months
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- Smart Compressor Premium Yearly$9.991 Year
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