Comparison

Video Compress vs Video Compressor, Image Resize

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Video Compress

Reduce the file size of your videos to save storage space on your device and send them faster. This app offers on-device processing with adjustable compression strength and resolution presets. Preview your compressed videos before saving to ensure quality.

Highlights
  • Compress single or multiple videos
  • Adjust compression strength with bitrate slider
  • Choose from preset resolutions
  • Preview before and after compression
  • On-device processing
  • Works offline
  • No watermark
Features
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Simply compress and shrink videos to save storage. Download now for free! Is your iPhone/iPad storage almost full — or do you want to reduce a video’s file size to send it faster via messengers like WhatsApp, iMessage, Telegram, Signal, Facebook Messenger, Snapchat, etc., or upload it to social media like Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, YouTube, and more? This app solves the problem. You can also use this app when your cloud storage (iCloud, Google Photos, Dropbox, OneDrive, Google Drive, etc.) is running out of space. Compress videos before uploading to fit many more — with little to no noticeable loss of quality. Everything happens on your device (on-device processing): no cloud, no server upload. Works offline, without an account or registration. How it works: 1) Choose a video (or select multiple videos) 2) Pick a preset resolution and set the compression strength with the bitrate slider 3) Preview the result: compare the compressed video with the original before you save 4) Save the compressed video to your iOS Photos/Videos library Great for: - Saving iPhone storage and freeing up space on iOS and iPadOS - Sending videos faster in chats (WhatsApp, iMessage, Telegram, Signal, Messenger, Snapchat, etc.) - Uploading to social apps when your video is too large (Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, YouTube, etc.) - Backing up more videos to cloud storage (iCloud, Google Photos, Dropbox, OneDrive, Google Drive, etc.) - Keeping quality high while shrinking the video file size Overview: - Compress and shrink a single video or multiple videos to save storage on your iPhone/iPad - Choose presets for video compression (resolution) and adjust compression strength with a bitrate slider - Before/after preview to check the visual quality of the compressed video - Shows available device storage and the estimated new file size (before and after compression) - Simple & intuitive - Optional: delete the original video after compression (it may still appear in the “Recently Deleted” album — delete it there as well to free up storage) - No watermark on compressed videos - Keeps important metadata, including date/time and location (GPS), after compression - Compatible with iPhone and iPad - Works with 4K videos recorded on iPhone/iPad Presets available for video compression: - Full HD 1080p (1920×1080 pixels) - HD 720p (1280×720 pixels) - HD 540p (960×540 pixels) - 480p (640×480 pixels) - 360p (480×360 pixels) In addition, you can set the bitrate with a slider. The app shows the estimated new file size and provides a before/after video preview so you can check the image quality. Download now for free and save storage on your device! PLEASE NOTE: The app was made to compress original videos that had been recorded with the original camera app of your iPhone/iPad and may not always be able to compress videos from other sources or videos that had previously been edited, although it was successfully tested with drone videos, GoPro action cam videos, DSLR camera videos etc. in MOV, HEVC (H.265), MP4, H.264 in different fps (frames per second). Please also don't select too many videos at once. Please always try to compress a short video from the same source and see if it works before you make a purchase within the app. Standard Apple Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Video Compressor, Image Resize

Features
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Compress videos and images in seconds with Video Compressor. Reduce video size, compress photos, resize images, and save iPhone storage without complicated settings. Whether you want to make a large video easier to share, reduce photo size from MB to KB, or resize images for upload, this app helps you create smaller files quickly. VIDEO COMPRESSOR Compress large videos and reduce file size while keeping clear quality. Make videos smaller for sharing, uploading, saving storage, or sending through messaging and email apps. IMAGE & PHOTO COMPRESSOR Reduce photo size without making your pictures look bad. Compress photos, pictures, JPG, PNG, and HEIC images into smaller files for faster sharing and storage saving. RESIZE PHOTOS & IMAGES Resize images easily by changing photo dimensions and file size. Perfect when you need smaller images for forms, websites, social sharing, email attachments, or storage cleanup. REDUCE FILE SIZE Compress videos and photos to create smaller files. Save storage space on your iPhone and keep your media library more organized. FAST & SIMPLE COMPRESSION Choose your media, select compression settings, and save the smaller file. The app is designed for users who want quick compression without complex editing tools. KEY FEATURES • Compress videos and reduce video size • Compress photos and reduce photo size • Resize images and pictures • Reduce file size for videos and images • Save iPhone storage • Compress MP4 and MOV videos • Compress JPG, PNG, and HEIC images • Keep good quality while reducing size • Create smaller files for sharing and upload • Simple and fast compression workflow Use Video Compressor to shrink large videos, compress photos, resize images, reduce file size, and save storage on your iPhone.

Screenshots

Video Compress4 screens
Video Compressor, Image Resize4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Video Compressor, Image Resize at none against Video Compress's shown. On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Video Compress sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month and Video Compressor, Image Resize sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Video Compress ships an update every 2 months, Video Compressor, Image Resize monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Video Compress versus Video Compressor, Image Resize: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVideo CompressVideo Compressor, Image Resize
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (3.7K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews42.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings3.7K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsMonthly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.018.0
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB45 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBrachmann Online Marketing GmbH & Co. KGShadat Tonmoy

Bugs and requests

Video Compress

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Crashes during compression
  • Compressed videos have black screens or audio-only
  • Compressed videos have incorrect dates
  • Doesn't work with certain video formats or iOS versions
  • Doesn't save compressed videos properly

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to compress longer videos
  • Option to choose output file format
  • Ability to rotate and merge videos
  • Restore purchase functionality on new devices
  • Ability to compress multiple videos at once in free version

Video Compressor, Image Resize

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Video Compress

Subscriptions1
  • Premium$6.991 Month
One-time5
  • Voluntary Payment 1$3.99
  • Voluntary Payment 2$4.99
  • Voluntary Payment 3$5.99
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  • Remove Ads$6.99
  • Unlimited Version$22.99
4 purchases

Video Compressor, Image Resize

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly Subscription$2.991 Month
  • Half Yearly Subscription$9.996 Months
  • Yearly Subscription$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Purchase$29.99

Questions

Is Video Compress free?
Video Compress is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Video Compressor, Image Resize free?
Video Compressor, Image Resize is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Video Compress or Video Compressor, Image Resize have ads?
Video Compress shows ads; Video Compressor, Image Resize does not.
Which is updated more often, Video Compress or Video Compressor, Image Resize?
Video Compress ships an update every 2 months, and Video Compressor, Image Resize monthly. Most recently, Video Compress was updated on October 26, 2026 and Video Compressor, Image Resize on October 16, 2026.

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