# Exif Manager vs ACDSee Mobile Sync

The clearest difference is rating: ACDSee Mobile Sync at 4.7 against Exif Manager's 3.4. ACDSee Mobile Sync also leads on ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ACDSee Mobile Sync holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ACDSee Mobile Sync has 653 ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 41% of Exif Manager's written reviews are positive against 57% of ACDSee Mobile Sync's.

Exif Manager ships an update monthly, ACDSee Mobile Sync every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 21, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Exif Manager | ACDSee Mobile Sync |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.4 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/exif-manager/id931277630/reviews) | **[4.7 (653 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/acdsee-mobile-sync/id1263340964/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 7 | **653** |
| Positive reviews | 41.4% of reviews | **57.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 12 MB | 15 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Vladyslav Hetman](https://appshunter.io/developer/598602242) | [ACD Systems International Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/461558826) |

## What reviewers say

### Exif Manager

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/exif-manager/id931277630)

View and edit photo metadata with ease. Modify GPS location, date, and remove EXIF data. Supports batch processing and offers a PRO version with advanced features like Photos Extension.

**Highlights:** View all EXIF metadata, Remove EXIF metadata, Change GPS location, Change photo date, Open location in Maps, Batch processing

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### ACDSee Mobile Sync

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/acdsee-mobile-sync/id1263340964)

Easily transfer photos and videos from your mobile device to your computer over Wi-Fi. The app tracks sent items, allowing for quick transfers of new content or selective sending. It supports various file types and offers advanced options for metadata editing and file organization.

**Highlights:** Direct Wi-Fi photo and video transfer, Automatic tracking of sent items, Configurable filenames and subfolders, Support for original and edited versions, RAW, HEIC, Live Photos, and Burst image support, Metadata editor (GPS, IPTC, ratings, labels)

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and reliable sync
- 👍 Easy to use and configure
- 🔒 Secure local transfer
- 💡 Convenient photo management

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional sync issues and crashes
- 🔋 Drains battery when running in background
- ⚠️ Compatibility problems with newer devices/software
- 🕰️ Slow performance with large photo libraries

**Reported bugs**

- Fails to detect target device on same network
- Duplicate photo uploads due to sync issues
- Crashes when transferring large number of files

**Requested features**

- Automatic background sync
- Support for additional file formats (e.g. HEIC)
- Ability to sync between multiple devices
- Integration with cloud storage services


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Exif Manager free?

Exif Manager is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is ACDSee Mobile Sync free?

ACDSee Mobile Sync is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Exif Manager or ACDSee Mobile Sync?

ACDSee Mobile Sync is rated higher. Exif Manager averages 3.4 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while ACDSee Mobile Sync averages 4.7 from 653 ratings.

### Do Exif Manager or ACDSee Mobile Sync have ads?

Exif Manager shows ads; ACDSee Mobile Sync does not.

### Which is updated more often, Exif Manager or ACDSee Mobile Sync?

Exif Manager ships an update monthly, and ACDSee Mobile Sync every 2 months. Most recently, Exif Manager was updated on October 21, 2026 and ACDSee Mobile Sync on October 21, 2026.

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