# Slidezilla vs VideoPad Masters

The clearest difference is ads: VideoPad Masters at none against Slidezilla's shown. VideoPad Masters also leads on rating (4.5 vs 4.1) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.6). Slidezilla's advantage is ratings volume (247 vs 32). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Slidezilla sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and VideoPad Masters sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

VideoPad Masters holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Slidezilla has 247 ratings behind it against 32, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 64% of Slidezilla's written reviews are positive against 71% of VideoPad Masters's.

Slidezilla ships an update every 6 weeks, VideoPad Masters every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and August 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Slidezilla | VideoPad Masters |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (247 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/slidezilla/id897567882/reviews) | **[4.5 (32 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/videopad-masters/id1597499081/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **247** | 32 |
| Positive reviews | 63.6% of reviews | **71.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 5 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 31 MB | 20 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Falstad.com](https://appshunter.io/developer/453338632) | [NCH Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/349888537) |

## What reviewers say

### Slidezilla

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/slidezilla/id897567882)

Transform your photos and videos into engaging slideshow stories with a wide array of filters, transitions, and music. Easily create and share custom animated presentations or let the app randomize for quick, impressive results.

**Highlights:** Photo and video editing, Customizable slideshows, Hundreds of filters and transitions, Add music (yours or app's), Colorful backgrounds, Randomize slideshow generator, Instant social sharing

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Upgrade | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ✨ Easy to use and intuitive interface
- 🎬 High-quality transitions available
- 💰 Most features free without paywall
- ⚡ Quick slideshow creation
- 🎨 Good variety of filters and effects

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes
- 📸 Photos/videos not loading from camera roll
- 💧 Watermark too prominent
- 🔒 Limited free photo limit (10 photos max)
- 🎬 Cannot control transition placement

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when creating videos
- Photos and videos not appearing in selection screen
- Camera roll shows incorrect photo count
- App freezes on 'Get Started' button
- Videos appear squished and distorted

**Requested features**

- Add text overlay capability
- Import custom music from camera roll
- More transition options
- Remove or reduce watermark
- Ability to use more than 10 photos without upgrade


### VideoPad Masters

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/videopad-masters/id1597499081)

Easily create professional-looking videos on your mobile device. Edit footage, add effects, music, and narration, then share directly to social media. Ideal for on-the-go video editing.

**Highlights:** Import or record videos, Adjust brightness and color, Add visual effects and transitions, Include music and narration, Trim and rotate clips, Direct sharing to YouTube and Facebook

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full monthly subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| Full Features (Monthly) | $2.99 | per month |
| Unlock All Features | $14.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Slidezilla free?

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

### Is VideoPad Masters free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Slidezilla or VideoPad Masters?

VideoPad Masters is rated higher. Slidezilla averages 4.1 out of 5 from 247 ratings, while VideoPad Masters averages 4.5 from 32 ratings.

### Do Slidezilla or VideoPad Masters have ads?

Slidezilla shows ads; VideoPad Masters does not.

### Which is updated more often, Slidezilla or VideoPad Masters?

Slidezilla ships an update every 6 weeks, and VideoPad Masters every 5 weeks. Most recently, Slidezilla was updated on September 17, 2026 and VideoPad Masters on August 22, 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.*