# InShot vs Video Editor ‧

The clearest difference is monetization model: InShot at free with in-app purchases against Video Editor ‧'s subscription. InShot also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.4) and ratings volume (2.5M vs 33K). Video Editor ‧'s advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. InShot sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Video Editor ‧ sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

InShot holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: InShot has 2.5M ratings behind it against 33K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 86% of InShot's written reviews are positive against 65% of Video Editor ‧'s.

InShot ships an update every 2 weeks, Video Editor ‧ every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | InShot | Video Editor ‧ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (2.5M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/inshot-video-editor/id997362197/reviews)** | [4.4 (33K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/video-editor/id1049220609/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.5M** | 33K |
| Positive reviews | **86.0% of reviews** | 65.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | **#22** | — |
| Size | 252 MB | 195 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SHANTANU PTE. LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1619465920) | [IAPPTECHNOLOGIES LLP](https://appshunter.io/developer/1441601973) |

## What reviewers say

### InShot

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

**Currently charting:** #22 Top Free · Photo & Video, #60 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


### Video Editor ‧

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/video-editor/id1049220609)

This app offers a comprehensive suite of tools for creating professional-quality videos and photos. It features AI-powered generation of scripts, captions, and entire videos from text, alongside traditional editing functions like trimming, merging, and adding effects. It also includes photo editing capabilities and creator studio tools.

**Highlights:** AI Script Generator, AI Caption Generator, Text to Video Generator, Trim, Cut, Crop Video, Add Music & FX Effects, Photo Editing Tools, Slideshow Maker

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

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Subscription Video Editor | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscription's | $9.99 | per month |
| Unlock All Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Video Music Maker | $29.99 | per year |
| remove ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| Video FX | $1.99 | one-time |
| Remove Watermark | $1.99 | one-time |
| Unlock More Videos | $1.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Premium | $4.99 | one-time |
| Unlock All | $9.99 | one-time |
| One Time Purchase | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🎨 Variety of editing tools
- 🎥 Good video quality
- 🎶 Ability to add music

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Many features require paid subscription
- 🔒 Difficulty cancelling subscription
- 🐛 Crashes and bugs
- 🚫 Limited free features

**Reported bugs**

- Saving videos not working
- Glitches when trying to add audio
- Editing features not functioning properly

**Requested features**

- More free effects and transitions
- Ability to edit text during video
- Combine photos and videos in one project
- Crop and resize background


## Frequently asked questions

### Is InShot free?

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

### Is Video Editor ‧ free?

Video Editor ‧ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, InShot or Video Editor ‧?

InShot is rated higher. InShot averages 4.8 out of 5 from 2.5M ratings, while Video Editor ‧ averages 4.4 from 33K ratings.

### Do InShot or Video Editor ‧ have ads?

InShot shows ads; Video Editor ‧ does not.

### Which is updated more often, InShot or Video Editor ‧?

InShot ships an update every 2 weeks, and Video Editor ‧ every 3 weeks. Most recently, InShot was updated on October 31, 2026 and Video Editor ‧ on October 31, 2026.

---

*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*