# Looper vs Boomerang Video Loop Maker

Looper and Boomerang Video Loop Maker both sit at 4.4 stars, but that hides the real split: 87% of Boomerang Video Loop Maker's written reviews are positive against 42% of Looper's. Boomerang Video Loop Maker also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.6). Looper's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, rating, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Looper sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.19 per month and Boomerang Video Loop Maker sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Boomerang Video Loop Maker holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Looper has 4.9K ratings behind it against 587, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 42% of Looper's written reviews are positive against 87% of Boomerang Video Loop Maker's.

Looper ships an update every 2 weeks, Boomerang Video Loop Maker every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Looper | Boomerang Video Loop Maker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (4.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/looper/id936806191/reviews) | **[4.6 (587 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boomerang-video-loop-maker/id1615354371/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **4.9K** | 587 |
| Positive reviews | 42.1% of reviews | **86.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 82 MB | 9 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Carlos Pico](https://appshunter.io/developer/916332400) | [Grzegorz Wojcik](https://appshunter.io/developer/992934795) |

## What reviewers say

### Looper

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/looper/id936806191)

This app allows you to loop videos on your iPhone or iPad, with options for specific repetitions or infinite playback. You can create playlists, export videos in various formats including reverse or slow motion, and even play them on external displays. It's a versatile tool for practice, presentations, or creating seamless video loops.

**Highlights:** Loop videos infinitely or a specific number of times, Create playlists with custom loop settings, Play videos on device or external displays, Export videos in reverse, slow motion, or GIF, Import videos from Photos, files, or iCloud, Organize videos with folders (Pro feature)

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Looper ADs Free | $2.19 | per month |
| Looper Pro ADs | $3.39 | per month |
| Looper Pro Monthly | $5.49 | per month |
| Looper Pro Year | $54.99 | per year |
| Starter | $7.49 | one-time |
| Lifetime ADs Free | $12.99 | one-time |
| Creative | $19.49 | one-time |
| Videographer | $37.49 | one-time |
| Studio | $64.99 | one-time |
| Looper Pro Lifetime | $94.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Great for looping videos
- 🤩 Helpful for studying and memorizing
- 💯 Works as expected

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and freezes
- 💸 Aggressive monetization with ads and subscriptions
- 🔇 Audio issues and loss of sound
- 🤯 Confusing UI changes after updates

**Reported bugs**

- Videos not playing correctly or looping properly
- Exported videos have incorrect orientation or quality
- Playlists and video lists behaving unexpectedly
- App failing to load or import videos

**Requested features**

- Add folders or categories for organizing videos
- Improve playlist management and reordering
- Provide more playback speed options
- Bring back Picture-in-Picture mode


### Boomerang Video Loop Maker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boomerang-video-loop-maker/id1615354371)

Easily transform videos into captivating boomerang-style loops, GIFs, or Live Photos. Create animated wallpapers or share eye-catching content for social media and messaging. Adjust speed and add filters for a polished look.

**Highlights:** Loop any video with or without audio, Create Live Photos for animated wallpapers, Convert to high-quality GIFs, Adjust loop speed, Add video filters

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited | $2.99 | per month |
| Unlimited | $9.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Unlimited | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Sleek and modern interface
- 🚀 Impressive speed and performance
- 👍 Convenient solution for common problems
- 👍 Reliable and consistent

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
- 💰 Limited free features, requires paid subscription
- 🔒 Lack of customization options without subscription

**Reported bugs**

- Video saving issues
- Inconsistent performance on older devices
- Confusing onboarding and settings navigation

**Requested features**

- Allow importing own audio/music
- Add more free transitions and effects
- Implement a 'detach audio' feature
- Enable layering of videos/images
- Save multiple drafts/projects


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Looper free?

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

### Is Boomerang Video Loop Maker free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Looper or Boomerang Video Loop Maker?

Boomerang Video Loop Maker is rated higher. Looper averages 4.4 out of 5 from 4.9K ratings, while Boomerang Video Loop Maker averages 4.6 from 587 ratings.

### Do Looper or Boomerang Video Loop Maker have ads?

Looper shows ads; Boomerang Video Loop Maker does not.

### Which is updated more often, Looper or Boomerang Video Loop Maker?

Looper ships an update every 2 weeks, and Boomerang Video Loop Maker every 3 months. Most recently, Looper was updated on October 24, 2026 and Boomerang Video Loop Maker on October 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.*