# Mixoo vs Grid Maker Photo Layout

The clearest difference is monetization model: Mixoo at free with in-app purchases against Grid Maker Photo Layout's subscription. Mixoo also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.4) and ratings volume (7K vs 199). Grid Maker Photo Layout's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (100% vs 87%). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Mixoo sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and Grid Maker Photo Layout sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Mixoo holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Mixoo has 7K ratings behind it against 199, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 87% of Mixoo's written reviews are positive against 100% of Grid Maker Photo Layout's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 17, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Mixoo | Grid Maker Photo Layout |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mixoopic-collage-and-grid-maker/id799442576/reviews)** | [4.4 (199 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/grid-maker-photo-layout/id6443739741/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **7K** | 199 |
| Positive reviews | 86.9% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 256 MB | 159 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Xi'an Button Software Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/396267231) | [Jody Fortuin](https://appshunter.io/developer/1654962058) |

## What reviewers say

### Mixoo

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mixoopic-collage-and-grid-maker/id799442576)

Create stunning photo collages and edit your pictures with a wide array of layouts, effects, and tools. Enhance your photos with filters, stickers, and text for a unique look. Share your creations easily.

**Highlights:** 1000+ layouts and post templates, PhotoSplit for Instagram grids, Freestyle collage creation, Beauty camera and filters, Professional photo editing tools, 100+ stickers and fonts

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Mixoo+ Monthly Subscription | $7.99 | per month |
| Mixoo Monthly Subscription | $7.99 | per month |
| Mixoo Plus Yearly Subscription | $20.99 | per year |
| Q Cat sticker package | Free | one-time |
| Father's Day Pack | Free | one-time |
| New Year | Free | one-time |
| More Frames & Collages | $1.99 | one-time |
| Frames Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Ultimate Packs | $3.99 | one-time |
| Big Bundle | $7.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🎨 Variety of templates and layouts
- 💡 Useful for creating collages and photo projects
- 🚀 Quick and efficient
- 🤩 Great for Instagram and social media

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Subscription model can be expensive
- 🔒 Limited access to features without subscription
- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 🖼️ Image quality issues, especially when resizing
- 📱 Compatibility problems on older devices

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent crashes when using certain features
- Photo picker not working consistently
- Saved projects not loading properly
- Unexpected app behavior after updates

**Requested features**

- More free templates and layouts
- Higher resolution export options
- Ability to adjust layout elements (borders, spacing, etc.)
- Improved stability and bug fixes
- Better integration with cloud storage services


### Grid Maker Photo Layout

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/grid-maker-photo-layout/id6443739741)

Plan and enhance your Instagram feed with powerful photo editing and a unique grid-splitting tool. Preview your feed's aesthetic before posting to maintain a cohesive visual theme and captivate followers.

**Highlights:** Powerful photo editing tools, Split photos into nine grid parts, Customizable grid layouts, Feed preview functionality, Seamless Instagram sharing

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly PRO | $4.99 | per month |
| PRO | $4.99 | per month |
| Grids Monthly PRO | $4.99 | per month |
| Weekly PRO | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Grids Weekly PRO | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly PRO | $19.99 | per year |
| Free Trial PRO | $29.99 | per year |
| Photo Grid Pro Lifetime | $29.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Mixoo free?

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

### Is Grid Maker Photo Layout free?

Grid Maker Photo Layout is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Mixoo or Grid Maker Photo Layout?

Mixoo is rated higher. Mixoo averages 4.7 out of 5 from 7K ratings, while Grid Maker Photo Layout averages 4.4 from 199 ratings.

### Do Mixoo or Grid Maker Photo Layout have ads?

Mixoo shows ads; Grid Maker Photo Layout does not.

### Which is updated more often, Mixoo or Grid Maker Photo Layout?

Mixoo ships an update every 3 weeks, and Grid Maker Photo Layout every 3 weeks. Most recently, Mixoo was updated on October 17, 2026 and Grid Maker Photo Layout on October 17, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*