# ProKnockOut vs Erase Background

The clearest difference is rating: ProKnockOut at 4.6 against Erase Background's 1.0. ProKnockOut also leads on ratings volume (74K vs 1) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ProKnockOut sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Erase Background sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ProKnockOut holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ProKnockOut has 74K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

ProKnockOut ships an update monthly, Erase Background every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ProKnockOut | Erase Background |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (74K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/proknockout-cut-paste-photos/id944665061/reviews)** | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/erase-background-ai-remove/id6741111669/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **74K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 73.3% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 218 MB | 201 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [RETOUCH AI PTE. LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/6778639908) | [Anton Dranitski](https://appshunter.io/developer/1629468949) |

## What reviewers say

### ProKnockOut

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/proknockout-cut-paste-photos/id944665061)

Effortlessly remove backgrounds from photos with AI-powered tools. Create collages, ID photos, and edit images with multi-layer synthesis and a variety of filters and effects. Easily erase unwanted objects and refine details for professional-looking results.

**Highlights:** One-click cutout, Batch cutout, Manual selection tools, Multi-layer composition, ID photo creation, Magic Eraser for object removal, 100+ filters and effects

**Features:** iMessage stickers, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly VIP Membership | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly VIP-Flash sale | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly VIP Membership | $5.99 | per month |
| Monthly VIP-Flash sale | $5.99 | per month |
| AI Membership-Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Semiannually VIP Membership | $16.49 | per 6 months |
| Yearly VIP Membership | $26.99 | per year |
| Save HD Image Once | $0.99 | one-time |
| Universal unlock 1 time | $0.99 | one-time |
| Save Pics In High Resolution | $3.99 | one-time |
| Pro Bundle Pack | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Amazing features
- 👍 User-friendly
- 💡 Innovative AI tools
- 🤩 Excellent photo editing capabilities

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy updates
- 💸 Expensive subscription
- 🤔 Confusing UI changes
- 🔍 Unreliable tool functionality

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch
- Saved drafts disappearing
- AI tools not working as expected
- Subscription issues and double charging

**Requested features**

- Undo button for editing
- Improved transparency handling
- More intuitive sticker/layer management
- Better communication from developers


### Erase Background

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/erase-background-ai-remove/id6741111669)

Effortlessly remove or replace photo backgrounds with a single tap. Enhance your images with editing tools and customizable templates for professional results. Perfect for content creators, social media users, and product showcases.

**Highlights:** One-tap background removal, Customizable templates, Import or snap photos, Lightweight photo editor, Custom backgrounds, High-resolution export

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Eraser's Premium Access | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Eraser's Premium Access | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ProKnockOut free?

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

### Is Erase Background free?

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

### Which has better reviews, ProKnockOut or Erase Background?

ProKnockOut is rated higher. ProKnockOut averages 4.6 out of 5 from 74K ratings, while Erase Background averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do ProKnockOut or Erase Background have ads?

Both ProKnockOut and Erase Background show ads.

### Which is updated more often, ProKnockOut or Erase Background?

ProKnockOut ships an update monthly, and Erase Background every 5 weeks. Most recently, ProKnockOut was updated on October 28, 2026 and Erase Background on October 9, 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.*