# Video Maker vs Video Editor

The clearest difference is rating: Video Editor at 4.5 against Video Maker's 4.0. Video Editor also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 16.0). Video Maker's advantage is review sentiment (64% vs 38%) and ratings volume (10K vs 140). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 Video Editor sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Video Editor holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Video Maker has 10K ratings behind it against 140, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 64% of Video Maker's written reviews are positive against 38% of Video Editor's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Video Maker ships an update every 2 months, Video Editor weekly. Both last shipped on September 29, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Video Maker | Video Editor |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (10K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/video-maker-slideshow-editor/id887419720/reviews) | **[4.5 (140 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/video-editor-video-maker/id1574629233/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **10K** | 140 |
| Positive reviews | **64.2% of reviews** | 37.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 42 MB | 113 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **10.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [pixel force private limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/342117433) | [Pranav Virk](https://appshunter.io/developer/6794984620) |

## 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


### Video Editor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/video-editor-video-maker/id1574629233)

This app offers a comprehensive suite of tools for creating and editing videos on mobile devices. It provides powerful editing functions, a vast library of creative assets, and various canvas and saving options to enhance your video projects.

**Highlights:** Powerful video editing functions, Massive material library, Adjust video parameters, Add animations and masks, Video splitting and trimming, Abundant resources for creativity, Multiple canvas sizes and backgrounds

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium  1 Month | $6.99 | per month |
| Premium 1 Year | $19.99 | per year |
| Video Editor Pro | $29.99 | per year |
| Permanent | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use for beginners
- 👍 Good editing tools
- 👍 Useful for basic needs
- 👍 Fun to use
- 👍 Lightweight and practical

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Many features are paid
- 💸 Subscription required for basic functions
- 💸 Not worth the cost
- 💸 Ads are intrusive
- 💸 Limited free version

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes frequently
- Videos not saving
- App closes automatically during editing
- Audio disappears from uploaded videos
- Lagging and slow performance

**Requested features**

- Allow adding downloaded music
- Remove ads for pro users
- Unlock all features in next update
- Add tutorial for app usage
- Improve search functionality for music


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Video Maker free?

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

### Is Video Editor free?

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

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

Video Editor is rated higher. Video Maker averages 4.0 out of 5 from 10K ratings, while Video Editor averages 4.5 from 140 ratings.

### Do Video Maker or Video Editor have ads?

Neither Video Maker nor Video Editor shows ads.

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

Video Maker ships an update every 2 months, and Video Editor weekly. Most recently, Video Maker was updated on September 29, 2026 and Video Editor on September 29, 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.*