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Best Free Backgrounds Maker Apps

250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated October 2026

With an average user rating of 4.6ā˜…, the free backgrounds maker category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 250+ apps we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Compare top Free Backgrounds Maker Apps (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Photo Collage MakerPhoto Collage MakerFree4.6ā˜… (39K)YesNoOct 2026
2ThemePack: Widgets & WallpaperThemePack: Widgets & WallpaperFree4.7ā˜… (477K)YesYesOct 2026
3Wallpaper Maker- Icon ChangerWallpaper Maker- Icon ChangerFree4.5ā˜… (21K)NoYesOct 2026
4Remove Background - Snip BGRemove Background - Snip BGFree4.7ā˜… (1.2K)NoYesOct 2026
5Wave, AI Live Wallpapers MakerWave, AI Live Wallpapers MakerFree4.5ā˜… (42K)YesYesOct 2026
6Background Remover - PNG MakerBackground Remover - PNG MakerFree4.8ā˜… (11K)NoYesOct 2026
7Canva AI Photo & Video EditorCanva AI Photo & Video EditorFree4.9ā˜… (3.6M)YesYesOct 2026
8Blendy Layers: Gradient MakerBlendy Layers: Gradient MakerFreeā€”YesNoAug 2026

Top Picks for Free Backgrounds Maker

Photo Collage Maker#1

Photo Collage Maker by Dhiren Patel

Grid Layout for Instagram
Editor's Choice
šŸ“· Photo & Video
4.6šŸ˜Š(39K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Create stunning photo collages and slideshows with a vast collection of templates, dynamic grids, and creative layouts. Enhance your images with unique frames, mirror effects, and AI-powered art transformations. Turn your photos into engaging videos with transitions and editing tools.

What We Love

  • šŸ‘ Easy to use
  • šŸš€ No watermarks or ads
  • šŸ’” Lots of collage options
  • šŸ‘ Simple and straightforward
  • šŸ‘ Free to use
  • šŸ‘ Detailed instructions

Room to Improve

  • šŸ› Crashes or freezes occasionally
  • šŸ”‹ Frequent ads that can be intrusive
  • šŸ”’ Cannot remove ads even after watching them
  • šŸ› Difficulty exiting or navigating the app
ThemePack: Widgets & Wallpaper#2

ThemePack: Widgets & Wallpaper by ThemePack.Inc

Aesthetic Phone Screen Themes
Strong Contender
šŸŽØ Graphics & Design
4.7šŸ˜(477K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#10in Graphics & Design
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Customize your phone's home and lock screens with aesthetic app icons, stylish widgets, and high-quality wallpapers. Easily change default app icons and discover a variety of wallpaper genres to express your personal style and make your device unique.

What We Love

  • āœØ Cute and aesthetic themes
  • šŸŽØ Wide variety of wallpapers, icons, and widgets
  • šŸ’Ž Ability to earn free gems by watching ads
  • šŸ¤– AI-generated content options

Room to Improve

  • šŸ“ŗ Excessive ads required to access content
  • šŸ’° Expensive premium subscription
  • šŸ¤” Confusing installation process for icons and widgets
  • šŸ› Bugs and glitches with some features
Wallpaper Maker- Icon Changer#3

Wallpaper Maker- Icon Changer by Whistle Studios LLC

Create Your Own App Background
Worth Considering
šŸ“· Photo & Video
4.5šŸ˜(21K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Easily create custom live wallpapers and personalize your device's background. Choose from over 1000 designs, add unique typography with creative fonts, and personalize monograms. Offers a free trial and subscription options.

What We Love

  • šŸ’– Awesome app
  • šŸ¤© Customizable wallpapers
  • šŸŽØ Lots of design options
  • šŸ™Œ Easy to use
  • šŸ‘ Good free features

Room to Improve

  • šŸ”’ Many features locked behind paywall
  • šŸ› Crashes and glitches
  • šŸ¤Æ Confusing UI
  • šŸ¤” Lack of customization options
  • šŸ™„ Ads

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FAQ about Free Backgrounds Maker

What are the best free backgrounds maker apps for iPhone?
Photo Collage Maker tops our free backgrounds maker apps ranking as of October 2026, with a 4.6-star average from 39K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Photo Collage Maker shows ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 250+ free backgrounds maker apps on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.