# Video Maker vs MovieMaker

The clearest difference is monetization model: Video Maker at free with in-app purchases against MovieMaker's subscription. Video Maker also leads on ratings volume (10K vs 876). MovieMaker's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Video Maker sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and MovieMaker sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.0 for Video Maker against 4.0 for MovieMaker. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Video Maker has 10K ratings behind it against 876, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 64% of Video Maker's written reviews are positive against 67% of MovieMaker's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Video Maker | MovieMaker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (10K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/video-maker-slideshow-editor/id887419720/reviews) | [4.0 (876 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/moviemaker-video-editor/id1015935781/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **10K** | 876 |
| Positive reviews | 64.0% of reviews | **67.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 42 MB | 39 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [pixel force private limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/342117433) | [Toto Ventures Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/570129172) |

## What reviewers say

### Video Maker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/video-maker-slideshow-editor/id887419720)

Transform your photos into captivating movies with dynamic animations and music. Easily select themes, add your favorite songs, and arrange images to create stunning videos. Share your creations instantly with friends on social media.

**Highlights:** Create videos from photos, Add movie themes and effects, In-built music library, Custom music selection, Arrange images freely, Add titles and animated backgrounds, Social media sharing

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Video Maker Weekly Pro | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Video Maker HalfYearly | $20.99 | per 6 months |
| Video Maker Yearly Pro | $30.99 | per year |
| Pro version | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Efficient slideshow creation
- 💡 Variety of effects and transitions
- 🎨 Good photo editing capabilities

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Limited free features, must pay for full access
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and glitches
- 💸 Expensive in-app purchases
- 📤 Difficulty uploading own music

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when trying to add more than 7 photos
- Music playback issues and repeated songs
- Slideshow generation often fails to complete

**Requested features**

- Increase free photo limit
- Add more free music options
- Improve stability and reduce crashes
- Allow custom music uploads in free version


### MovieMaker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/moviemaker-video-editor/id1015935781)

Easily create professional-looking videos from your clips. Combine footage, add AI-generated music, apply effects, and share to any platform. Perfect for social media content or preserving memories.

**Highlights:** Merge and edit multiple video clips, AI-powered royalty-free music generation, Add text, GIFs, stickers, and frames, Apply pro effects and filters, Export in HD for any platform, Direct sharing to social apps

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock All 1 Week Subscription | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Movie Maker | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlock All 1 Month Subscribe | $9.99 | per month |
| Monthly Movie Maker | $10.49 | per month |
| Unlock All 1 Year Subscription | $49.99 | per year |
| Yearly - Movie Maker Pro | $51.99 | per year |
| Unlock Music | $1.99 | one-time |
| Remove Watermark | $1.99 | one-time |
| Unlimited Clips | $2.99 | one-time |
| Unlock All | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Quick video creation
- 😊 Fun and enjoyable app
- 💡 Useful for projects and assignments

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
- 🔒 Limited features without paying
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 🔋 High battery consumption

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to save videos
- Freezing and crashing issues
- Cropping and timing problems
- Music not working as expected

**Requested features**

- More free music/sound options
- Ability to add more than 2 clips without paying
- Landscape mode support
- Improved video quality and export options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Video Maker free?

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

### Is MovieMaker free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Video Maker or MovieMaker?

Video Maker and MovieMaker are both rated 4.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 10K and 876 ratings respectively.

### Do Video Maker or MovieMaker have ads?

Neither Video Maker nor MovieMaker shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Video Maker or MovieMaker?

Video Maker ships an update every 2 months, and MovieMaker every 2 months. Most recently, Video Maker was updated on October 19, 2026 and MovieMaker on October 13, 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.*