# InShot vs VIMORY

The clearest difference is ads: VIMORY at none against InShot's shown. InShot's advantage is ratings volume (2.5M vs 642) and chart position (#34 vs unranked). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. InShot sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and VIMORY sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. 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 VIMORY. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: InShot has 2.5M ratings behind it against 642, 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 88% of VIMORY's.

InShot ships an update every 2 weeks, VIMORY every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | InShot | VIMORY |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (2.5M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/inshot-video-editor/id997362197/reviews)** | [4.7 (642 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vimory-slideshow-video-maker/id1359573092/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.5M** | 642 |
| Positive reviews | 86.0% of reviews | **87.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#34** | — |
| Size | 252 MB | 128 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) | [Appilian](https://appshunter.io/developer/1359573091) |

## What reviewers say

### InShot

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

**Currently charting:** #34 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


### VIMORY

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vimory-slideshow-video-maker/id1359573092)

Easily create engaging video slideshows from your photos. This app offers advanced editing tools, trendy templates, and music options to make your content stand out on social media. Perfect for personal memories or professional branding.

**Highlights:** Free Photo Editor, Free Slideshow Video Maker, Eye-catching Video Templates, Advanced Photo Editing, Cutting-edge Music Options, High-resolution Video Output, Instant Social Media Sharing

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Vimory Premium - Monthly Plan | $2.99 | per month |
| Vimory Premium - Annual Plan | $19.99 | per year |
| Slideshow & Video Maker Slides | $1.99 | one-time |
| Slideshow - Remove Watermark | $1.99 | one-time |
| Video Maker Slideshow Effect | $1.99 | one-time |
| Photo Video Editor Frame Pro | $1.99 | one-time |
| Photo Editor Filter Pro Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Video Editor for Pic Slideshow | $6.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🎨 Lots of creative features
- 🎥 Great for making videos and slideshows
- 💻 Works well on multiple devices
- 🎁 Helpful for creating special memories

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Limited free features, need to pay for premium
- 🔍 Difficult to find certain functions
- 🔌 Drains device battery quickly
- 🐛 Occasional crashes or glitches

**Reported bugs**

- Saved videos not playing back correctly
- Slideshow transitions not working as expected
- Login issues for some users

**Requested features**

- Increase photo/video limit for free users
- Add more customization options
- Improve stability and reduce bugs
- Provide better customer support


## Frequently asked questions

### Is InShot free?

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

### Is VIMORY free?

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

### Which has better reviews, InShot or VIMORY?

InShot is rated higher. InShot averages 4.8 out of 5 from 2.5M ratings, while VIMORY averages 4.7 from 642 ratings.

### Do InShot or VIMORY have ads?

InShot shows ads; VIMORY does not.

### Which is updated more often, InShot or VIMORY?

InShot ships an update every 2 weeks, and VIMORY every 3 weeks. Most recently, InShot was updated on September 30, 2026 and VIMORY on September 18, 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.*