# VideoPad vs Link for Nintendo Switch

The clearest difference is rating: Link for Nintendo Switch at 4.7 against VideoPad's 3.9. Link for Nintendo Switch also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 5 months). VideoPad's advantage is ratings volume (426 vs 33) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). On price, review sentiment, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. VideoPad sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Link for Nintendo Switch asks for nothing beyond the download.

Link for Nintendo Switch holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: VideoPad has 426 ratings behind it against 33, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 39% of VideoPad's written reviews are positive against 43% of Link for Nintendo Switch's.

VideoPad ships an update every 5 months, Link for Nintendo Switch every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | VideoPad | Link for Nintendo Switch |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (426 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/videopad-video-editor/id835545255/reviews) | **[4.7 (33 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/link-for-nintendo-switch/id1557195021/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **426** | 33 |
| Positive reviews | 39.4% of reviews | **42.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 20 MB | 726 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [NCH Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/349888537) | [FUJIFILM Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/412362805) |

## What reviewers say

### VideoPad

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/videopad-video-editor/id835545255)

Create professional-quality videos with this intuitive video editing tool. Easily fine-tune visuals, add audio, and apply effects and transitions to your footage. Supports a wide range of import formats for seamless workflow.

**Highlights:** Fine-tune color and visual effects, Adjust video speed (slow, fast, reverse), Video stabilization, Add photos and digital images, Add audio soundtracks and narration, Apply clip effects and transitions

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Full Subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| All Current Features | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Efficient editing tools
- 💡 Gradient effects
- 👍 Beginner-friendly

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Freezing and crashing issues
- 🐛 Inability to load videos/photos
- 💸 Overpriced in-app purchases
- 🔍 Confusing interface

**Reported bugs**

- Videos get distorted during export
- Saved projects get deleted unexpectedly
- Audio/video sync issues
- Inability to select multiple clips

**Requested features**

- Add streaming functionality
- More audio effects (e.g. vibrato)
- Support for more languages
- Improved video export quality


### Link for Nintendo Switch

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/link-for-nintendo-switch/id1557195021)

Connect your smartphone printer to your Nintendo Switch to print in-game screenshots and video stills. Easily scan QR codes from your Switch to transfer and print your favorite gaming moments directly.

**Highlights:** Print Nintendo Switch screenshots, Print video stills from Nintendo Switch, Connect via Bluetooth, Scan QR codes for transfer, Compatible with INSTAX mini Link printers

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is VideoPad free?

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

### Is Link for Nintendo Switch free?

Link for Nintendo Switch is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, VideoPad or Link for Nintendo Switch?

Link for Nintendo Switch is rated higher. VideoPad averages 3.9 out of 5 from 426 ratings, while Link for Nintendo Switch averages 4.7 from 33 ratings.

### Do VideoPad or Link for Nintendo Switch have ads?

Neither VideoPad nor Link for Nintendo Switch shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, VideoPad or Link for Nintendo Switch?

VideoPad ships an update every 5 months, and Link for Nintendo Switch every 2 months. Most recently, VideoPad was updated on September 28, 2026 and Link for Nintendo Switch on September 15, 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.*