Comparison

Blend vs Image Layer Composer

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Blend

Easily merge and layer photos to create unique double exposure effects and stunning collages. This powerful yet simple tool allows for special effects, filters, and frames to enhance your images. Perfect for social media sharing and creating eye-catching content.

Highlights
  • Double exposure editing
  • Photo layering
  • Special effects
  • Filters and frames
  • Photo collage maker
  • Carousel post design
  • Customizable grids
Features
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Blend photos together for amazing results. With Blend you have double exposure editing like never before. Add a cool twist to your photos and create images you could not have imagined! Blend is simple and easy to use, yet powerful. Layer your photos. Combine your photos easily with one click. Use special effects to draw and erase layers. Choose from various filters and frames. Love your blend and share it on Instagram. - Create Unique Photo Collages and Instagram Carousels with Blend Whether you're an influencer, creator, or simply love sharing memories, Blend Photo Collage Maker has everything you need to make your posts stand out. - Endless Collage Templates Designed for Every Aesthetic Explore a wide range of curated templates, from clean and minimalist to bold and creative. Every layout is handcrafted by our design team for premium quality and flexibility, with new templates added regularly to keep your feed fresh. - Smooth, Swipeable Carousel Designs Design eye-catching swipe-through carousel posts that flow perfectly. Blend’s simple tools make it easy to connect your photos into panoramic carousels or scroll-through layouts that tell a story. - Custom Grids and Layouts for a Polished Feed Build cohesive photo grids and multi-post Instagram layouts that tie your content together beautifully. Mix and match grids, carousels, and collage templates for unlimited creative combinations. - Showcase More Photos in Every Post Go beyond Instagram’s limits. Add over 10 photos in one project to express your full story. Perfect for creators who want more room for visuals and ideas. - Flexible Canvas for Complete Creative Control Work your way with Blend’s freeform canvas. Zoom in to perfect details or zoom out for the full view. Design freely and bring your ideas to life without constraints. Subscription pricing and terms: Blend offers three auto-renewing subscription options: $3.99 per week $7.99 per month $39.99 per year These prices are for United States customers. Pricing in other countries may vary and actual charges may be converted to your local currency depending on the country of residence. Your Blend subscription will automatically renew at the end of each term and your credit card will be charged through your iTunes account. You can turn off auto-renew at any time from your iTunes account settings but refunds will not be provided for any unused portion of the term. Read more about our terms and conditions here: Terms of Use: https://architectapps.co/terms-of-use/ Privacy Policy: https://architectapps.co/privacy-policy/

About

Image Layer Composer

Features
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Combine unlimited images and text with Image Layer Composer! Keeping your privacy in mind, Image Layer Composer only has access to the photos you select, and this data is only stored locally on your phone. We never upload photos to servers, or access or sell your data. FEATURES -Add text -Add images from photo library -Manage layers and add as many as you'd like -Add background color -Change aspect ratio -Export or share your composition ACTIONS -Drag to move current layer -Pinch to resize current layer -Rotate current layer with 2 fingers -Tap to edit existing text

Screenshots

Blend4 screens
Image Layer Composer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Image Layer Composer at none against Blend's 8. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Blend sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Image Layer Composer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Blend versus Image Layer Composer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBlendImage Layer Composer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (3.6K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews56.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings3.6K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 8 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationSubscription—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size174 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOwen SchickZoe Cutler

Bugs and requests

Blend

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Work area reverts to tiny size
  • App crashes during editing
  • Screenshot function not working as expected

Requested features

3 requests
  • More free editing tools and filters
  • Ability to resize and reposition layers
  • Improved stability and reliability

Image Layer Composer

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

8 purchases

Blend

Subscriptions4
  • Unlock All 1 Week Subscription$7.997 Days
  • Unlock 1 Month Subscription3 Days trial$17.991 Month
  • Blend Photos 1 Year3 Days trial$39.991 Year
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  • Blend Photos 1 Year3 Days trial$44.991 Year
One-time4
  • Remove Watermark$1.99
  • Unlock Frames$1.99
  • Unlock Filters$1.99
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  • Unlock All$4.99
None

Image Layer Composer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Blend free?
Blend is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Image Layer Composer free?
Image Layer Composer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Blend or Image Layer Composer have ads?
Neither Blend nor Image Layer Composer shows ads.

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