# InShot vs Slideshow Maker (SlidePlus)

The clearest difference is ads: Slideshow Maker (SlidePlus) at none against InShot's shown. Slideshow Maker (SlidePlus) also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). InShot's advantage is ratings volume (2.5M vs 2.4K) and review sentiment (86% vs 62%). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. InShot sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Slideshow Maker (SlidePlus) sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for InShot against 4.7 for Slideshow Maker (SlidePlus). That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: InShot has 2.5M ratings behind it against 2.4K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 86% of InShot's written reviews are positive against 62% of Slideshow Maker (SlidePlus)'s.

InShot ships an update every 2 weeks, Slideshow Maker (SlidePlus) every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on September 29, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | InShot | Slideshow Maker (SlidePlus) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (2.5M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/inshot-video-editor/id997362197/reviews)** | [4.7 (2.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/slideshow-maker-slideplus/id1023346358/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.5M** | 2.4K |
| Positive reviews | **86.0% of reviews** | 62.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#30** | — |
| Size | 252 MB | 129 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SHANTANU PTE. LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1619465920) | [Hangzhou Xiaoying Innovation Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/738897671) |

## What reviewers say

### InShot

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/inshot-video-editor/id997362197)

**Currently charting:** #30 Top Free · Photo & Video, #63 Top Grossing · Photo & Video (US App Store)

Effortlessly edit videos and photos with AI-powered tools. Create stunning collages, add text, music, and effects. Share your creations in high resolution to social media.

**Highlights:** AI Effects & Auto Captions, Background Removal, Smart Tracking & Smooth Slow-mo, Video Trimming & Merging, Filters, Effects & Transitions, Photo Collage Maker, High-Resolution Sharing

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

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| InShot Pro - Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| InShot Pro - Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| InShot Pro - Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Filter pack - CREATE | $1.99 | one-time |
| Filter pack - CINEMA | $1.99 | one-time |
| Filter pack - SKIN | $1.99 | one-time |
| Video Effect - FORM Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Remove ads | $3.99 | one-time |
| Transition pack - Power | $3.99 | one-time |
| Transition pack - Glitch | $3.99 | one-time |
| InShot Pro - Lifetime | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💎 Excellent editing features
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- 💎 Comprehensive video editing capabilities
- 🤩 Impressive effects and transitions

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Saving and conversion issues
- 🐛 Glitchy performance and crashes
- 🔒 Limited cloud/cross-device sync
- 🔒 Restricted access to local media files
- 🔒 Aggressive monetization tactics

**Reported bugs**

- Saved drafts randomly disappearing
- Video/audio desynchronization issues
- Crashes when editing long videos
- Difficulty accessing local media files

**Requested features**

- Green screen/chroma key support
- More advanced text animation options
- Improved audio editing tools
- Ability to save multiple projects/drafts
- Smoother integration with other apps/devices


### Slideshow Maker (SlidePlus)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/slideshow-maker-slideplus/id1023346358)

Transform your photos and video clips into engaging music videos with a variety of themes and music options. Create professional-looking slideshows for any occasion in just a few steps, then save and share them in HD.

**Highlights:** Create videos in minutes, Over 100 video templates, Rich background music library, Smart photo cropping, Save and share in HD, Connect to social media albums

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Membership | $2.49 | per 7 days |
| Subsribe:Premium_Weekly | $2.49 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Membership | $3.99 | per month |
| SlidePlus Pro | $28.99 | per year |
| SlidePlus Pro | $59.99 | per year |
| Remove Watermark | $1.99 | one-time |
| Increase Picture/Video Quantities | $1.99 | one-time |
| Theme: #BirthdayFun | $1.99 | one-time |
| Theme: Love Story | $1.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Premium Pack(V3.0) | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 💡 Variety of templates and themes
- 👍 Ability to create videos with music
- 🚀 Smooth performance

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and freezes
- 🔒 Subscription issues and unexpected charges
- 👎 Limited customization options
- 🐛 Compatibility problems with newer devices

**Reported bugs**

- Video clips not playing
- Inability to save videos to gallery
- Login issues

**Requested features**

- Longer music clips
- More editing tools and options
- Ability to remove watermarks
- Improved video export quality


## Frequently asked questions

### Is InShot free?

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

### Is Slideshow Maker (SlidePlus) free?

Slideshow Maker (SlidePlus) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, InShot or Slideshow Maker (SlidePlus)?

InShot is rated higher. InShot averages 4.8 out of 5 from 2.5M ratings, while Slideshow Maker (SlidePlus) averages 4.7 from 2.4K ratings.

### Do InShot or Slideshow Maker (SlidePlus) have ads?

InShot shows ads; Slideshow Maker (SlidePlus) does not.

### Which is updated more often, InShot or Slideshow Maker (SlidePlus)?

InShot ships an update every 2 weeks, and Slideshow Maker (SlidePlus) every 6 weeks. Most recently, InShot was updated on September 29, 2026 and Slideshow Maker (SlidePlus) on September 29, 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.*