# Video Maker vs ++SlideShow

The clearest difference is rating: ++SlideShow at 4.6 against Video Maker's 4.0. ++SlideShow also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.0). Video Maker's advantage is review sentiment (64% vs 25%) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Video Maker sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. ++SlideShow asks for nothing beyond the download.

++SlideShow holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Video Maker has 10K ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 64% of Video Maker's written reviews are positive against 25% of ++SlideShow'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 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Video Maker | ++SlideShow |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (10K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/video-maker-slideshow-editor/id887419720/reviews) | **[4.6 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plus-plus-slideshow/id6502628728/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **10K** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | **64.2% of reviews** | 25.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 42 MB | 17 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [pixel force private limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/342117433) | [Legal Prompt Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1490746932) |

## 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


### ++SlideShow

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plus-plus-slideshow/id6502628728)

Create dynamic slideshows from your device's photos and videos. Customize transition effects, timings, and playback order. Includes support for Live Photos and animated GIFs, with an optional clock and capture date display.

**Highlights:** Customizable transitions, Adjustable transition time, Interval settings, Shuffle playback, Video playback, Live Photo support, GIF playback

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Video Maker free?

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

### Is ++SlideShow free?

++SlideShow is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Video Maker or ++SlideShow?

++SlideShow is rated higher. Video Maker averages 4.0 out of 5 from 10K ratings, while ++SlideShow averages 4.6 from 5 ratings.

### Do Video Maker or ++SlideShow have ads?

++SlideShow shows ads; Video Maker does not.

### Which is updated more often, Video Maker or ++SlideShow?

Video Maker ships an update every 2 months, and ++SlideShow every 2 months. Most recently, Video Maker was updated on September 23, 2026 and ++SlideShow on September 12, 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.*