# InShot vs AI Video Maker

The clearest difference is ratings volume: InShot at 2.5M against AI Video Maker's 3K. InShot also leads on chart position (#33 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 AI Video Maker sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $5.90 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 4.8 for AI Video Maker. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: InShot has 2.5M ratings behind it against 3K, 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 87% of AI Video Maker's.

InShot ships an update every 2 weeks, AI Video Maker fortnightly. Both last shipped on September 26, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | InShot | AI Video Maker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (2.5M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/inshot-video-editor/id997362197/reviews) | [4.8 (3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ai-video-maker-renderforest/id1488068233/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.5M** | 3K |
| Positive reviews | 85.9% of reviews | **87.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#33** | — |
| Size | 252 MB | 74 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **14.1** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SHANTANU PTE. LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1619465920) | [Renderforest](https://appshunter.io/developer/1488068232) |

## 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


### AI Video Maker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ai-video-maker-renderforest/id1488068233)

Easily create professional-grade videos on the go with a wide range of templates and editing tools. No prior experience is needed to produce captivating content for any purpose, from business promotions to personal projects.

**Highlights:** AI-powered video creation, Intuitive mobile video editor, Extensive template library, Customizable video elements, HD export up to 60 FPS, Logo animation and intro/outro maker, Music visualizer

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lite Subscription Plan | $5.90 | per 7 days |
| Lite Subscription Plan | $14.90 | per month |
| Lite Subscription Plan | $14.99 | per month |
| Pro Subscription Plan | $24.90 | per month |
| Amateur Subscription Plan | $24.99 | per month |
| Lite Subscription Plan | $59.99 | per year |
| Business Subscription Plan | $59.99 | per month |
| Lite Subscription Plan | $119.00 | per year |
| Amateur Subscription Plan | $119.99 | per year |
| Pro Subscription Plan | $239.00 | per year |
| 900 AI Credits | $14.00 | one-time |
| 2000 AI Credits | $28.00 | one-time |
| 4500 AI Credits | $56.00 | one-time |
| 11500 AI Credits | $129.00 | one-time |
| 55000 AI Credits | $569.00 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 User-friendly and easy to use
- 🚀 Fast and efficient video creation
- 💡 Variety of templates and animations
- 🌟 High-quality video output
- 👍 Intuitive interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription plans
- 🔒 Limited free features
- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
- ⏱️ Long rendering times
- 🔒 Restricted customization options in free version

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes during editing
- Subscription issues and account problems
- Unreliable music/audio integration
- Rendering stuck in queue

**Requested features**

- More free templates and animations
- Ability to customize font, color, and placement
- Integration with more music/audio sources
- iPad-specific optimized layout
- Offline video rendering


## Frequently asked questions

### Is InShot free?

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

### Is AI Video Maker free?

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

### Which has better reviews, InShot or AI Video Maker?

InShot and AI Video Maker are both rated 4.8 out of 5 on the App Store, from 2.5M and 3K ratings respectively.

### Do InShot or AI Video Maker have ads?

Both InShot and AI Video Maker show ads.

### Which is updated more often, InShot or AI Video Maker?

InShot ships an update every 2 weeks, and AI Video Maker fortnightly. Most recently, InShot was updated on September 26, 2026 and AI Video Maker on September 26, 2026.

---

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