# Aura Frames vs Profile Border

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Aura Frames at none against Profile Border's 7. Aura Frames also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs monthly) and ratings volume (27K vs 1.1K). Profile Border's advantage is review sentiment (77% vs 62%). On price, ads, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Profile Border sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Aura Frames asks for nothing beyond the download.

Aura Frames holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Aura Frames has 27K ratings behind it against 1.1K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 62% of Aura Frames's written reviews are positive against 77% of Profile Border's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Aura Frames ships an update every 5 days, Profile Border monthly. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Aura Frames | Profile Border |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (27K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aura-frames/id990062908/reviews)** | [4.6 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/profile-border-picture-maker/id1363357112/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **27K** | 1.1K |
| Positive reviews | 62.4% of reviews | **76.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#79** | — |
| Size | 260 MB | 40 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Aura Home, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/909140012) | [Dima Komar](https://appshunter.io/developer/1059250102) |

## What reviewers say

### Aura Frames

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aura-frames/id990062908)

**Currently charting:** #79 Top Free · Photo & Video (US App Store)

This smart photo frame app simplifies displaying and sharing your cherished memories. Easily preload photos, connect your frame to WiFi, and invite loved ones to contribute their own pictures and videos. Relive moments together and share meaningful experiences with those closest to you.

**Highlights:** Preload photos and messages as gifts, Quick WiFi frame setup, Invite family to share photos, Unlimited photo and video sharing, View family contributions, Scan prints with phone camera

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use app
- 👍 Ability to share photos with family
- 👍 Great quality of photos on frame
- 👍 Convenient way to display family photos
- 👍 Helpful for grandparents to stay connected

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes and freezes frequently
- 🐛 Issues with uploading and displaying photos
- 🐛 Inconsistent WiFi connectivity
- 🐛 Limited customization options for photo display
- 🐛 Buggy software after recent updates

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when trying to upload photos
- Frame randomly disconnects from WiFi
- Live Photos feature not working as expected
- Inability to delete individual photos from frame
- Inconsistent behavior when changing WiFi networks

**Requested features**

- Add ability to organize photos into albums
- Implement manual photo sorting and ordering
- Allow more control over photo display timing
- Integrate with cloud storage services like OneDrive
- Improve photo positioning and cropping algorithms


### Profile Border

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/profile-border-picture-maker/id1363357112)

Easily add stylish frames to your profile pictures for social media. Create eye-catching circular avatars with a variety of custom borders, including popular styles like Instagram Story and Donut. Enhance your online presence with unique photo frames.

**Highlights:** Add custom frames to profile pictures, Create circular avatar images, Variety of border styles, Instagram Story border, Facebook and Instagram Close Friends Stories

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| One Month Borders and Memoji | $5.99 | per month |
| One Month Borders Pro | $6.99 | per month |
| One Year Borders Subscription | $6.99 | per year |
| Borders Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| One Year Borders Pro | $9.99 | per year |
| Custom Profile Borders Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| One Year Borders Pro | $19.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 💡 Variety of border designs
- 🚀 Quick to apply borders
- 😊 Helpful for social media profiles

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Subscription-based model
- 💰 Perceived as overpriced
- 🔍 Limited selection in free version
- 🐛 Occasional glitches or bugs

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to delete or remove borders
- Inconsistent border appearance across devices
- Difficulty canceling subscription

**Requested features**

- More holiday-themed borders
- Ability to add custom text or designs
- Metallic/glossy border options
- Improved color customization


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Aura Frames free?

Aura Frames is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Profile Border free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Aura Frames or Profile Border?

Aura Frames is rated higher. Aura Frames averages 4.8 out of 5 from 27K ratings, while Profile Border averages 4.6 from 1.1K ratings.

### Do Aura Frames or Profile Border have ads?

Neither Aura Frames nor Profile Border shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Aura Frames or Profile Border?

Aura Frames ships an update every 5 days, and Profile Border monthly. Most recently, Aura Frames was updated on September 24, 2026 and Profile Border on September 24, 2026.

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