# InShot vs Slideshow Maker

The clearest difference is ads: Slideshow Maker at none against InShot's shown. Slideshow Maker also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). InShot's advantage is ratings volume (2.5M vs 6.4K) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, rating, review sentiment and in-app purchases 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 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. 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. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: InShot has 2.5M ratings behind it against 6.4K, 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 78% of Slideshow Maker's.

InShot ships an update every 2 weeks, Slideshow Maker every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | InShot | Slideshow Maker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (2.5M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/inshot-video-editor/id997362197/reviews)** | [4.7 (6.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/slideshow-maker/id1411198024/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.5M** | 6.4K |
| Positive reviews | **85.9% of reviews** | 78.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#33** | — |
| Size | 252 MB | 190 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SHANTANU PTE. LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1619465920) | [国媚 张](https://appshunter.io/developer/1504191475) |

## What reviewers say

### InShot

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

**Currently charting:** #33 Top Free · Photo & Video, #59 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

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/slideshow-maker/id1411198024)

Transform your photos into engaging video slideshows with music. Easily select, arrange, and add transitions to your images. Personalize duration and incorporate your favorite tunes before sharing your creations.

**Highlights:** Create slideshows from photos, Organize photos with drag-and-drop, Add photo transitions, Incorporate music from gallery or device, Customize slideshow duration, Share to social media or save to camera roll

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads Now! | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Completely free
- 💡 Great for creating slideshows
- 😊 Enjoyable experience
- 🎨 Lots of transition options

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes
- 🔇 Limited music selection
- 📏 Restricted to 9 photos per slideshow
- 🔀 Inability to mix transition types

**Reported bugs**

- Freezes when trying to load music
- Inconsistent photo quality when saved
- Ads interfere with app functionality

**Requested features**

- Allow longer music tracks
- Add more modern song options
- Implement filters and effects
- Enable adjustable slide durations
- Permit re-editing of saved slideshows


## Frequently asked questions

### Is InShot free?

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

### Is Slideshow Maker free?

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

### Which has better reviews, InShot or Slideshow Maker?

InShot is rated higher. InShot averages 4.8 out of 5 from 2.5M ratings, while Slideshow Maker averages 4.7 from 6.4K ratings.

### Do InShot or Slideshow Maker have ads?

InShot shows ads; Slideshow Maker does not.

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

InShot ships an update every 2 weeks, and Slideshow Maker every 2 months. Most recently, InShot was updated on September 26, 2026 and Slideshow Maker on September 7, 2026.

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