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Best Shared Albums Apps

249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated September 2026

Out of 249+ shared albums apps on iOS, 20 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Shared Albums Apps (September 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Waldo: Shared Photo AlbumsWaldo: Shared Photo AlbumsFree4.8โ˜… (25K)NoYesOct 2026
2Google Photos: Backup & EditGoogle Photos: Backup & EditFree4.8โ˜… (1.6M)YesYesOct 2026
3Cozy: Easy Shared Photo AlbumsCozy: Easy Shared Photo AlbumsFreeโ€”NoNoMay 2026
4SWSH: Shared Photo AlbumsSWSH: Shared Photo AlbumsFree4.8โ˜… (927)NoNoSep 2026
5FamilyAlbum: Share Baby PhotosFamilyAlbum: Share Baby PhotosFree4.9โ˜… (373K)YesYesOct 2026
6PhotoCirclePhotoCircleFree4.9โ˜… (124K)YesYesOct 2026
7Shared Albums WidgetShared Albums WidgetFreeโ€”YesYesSep 2026
8Dump - Share Photo AlbumsDump - Share Photo AlbumsFree4.3โ˜… (385)NoYesSep 2026

Top Picks for Shared Albums

Waldo: Shared Photo Albums#1

Waldo: Shared Photo Albums by Waldo Photos

Events, Weddings & Parties
Editor's Choice
๐Ÿ“ท Photo & Video
4.8๐Ÿ˜Š(25K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Effortlessly gather and share photos and videos from any event or occasion. This app allows guests to upload content without an account and uses AI to deliver photos you're featured in. It's a private and secure way to keep memories together.

What We Love

  • ๐Ÿš€ Facial recognition works well
  • ๐Ÿ‘ Easy to use and navigate
  • ๐Ÿ’ก Convenient way to see child's camp photos
  • ๐Ÿš€ Saves time from scrolling through thousands of photos
  • ๐Ÿ‘ Great customer service

Room to Improve

  • ๐Ÿ› Facial recognition not always accurate
  • ๐Ÿ› Difficult to remove incorrect photo matches
  • ๐Ÿ› App crashes or freezes
  • ๐Ÿ› Delayed notifications and photo uploads
  • ๐Ÿ› Confusing setup and navigation
Google Photos: Backup & Edit#2

Google Photos: Backup & Edit by Google

Smart Photo and Video Storage
Strong Contender
๐Ÿ“ท Photo & Video
4.8๐Ÿ˜Š(1.6M ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#5in Photo & Video
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This app serves as a central hub for all your photos and videos, offering AI-powered editing, effortless organization, and secure cloud storage. It allows you to easily search, relive, and share your memories, while also freeing up space on your device.

What We Love

  • ๐Ÿš€ Unlimited storage
  • ๐Ÿ‘ Seamless backup and organization
  • ๐ŸŽจ Excellent photo editing features
  • ๐Ÿ’ก Automatic photo enhancements
  • ๐Ÿค– Powerful search and facial recognition
  • ๐Ÿ”— Easy sharing and collaboration

Room to Improve

  • ๐Ÿ› Glitches with scrolling and loading
  • ๐Ÿ”’ Lack of privacy/security options
  • ๐Ÿ” Difficulty managing and deleting photos
  • ๐Ÿ’ฐ Transition to paid storage model

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FAQ about Shared Albums

What are the best shared albums apps for iPhone?
Waldo: Shared Photo Albums tops our shared albums apps ranking as of September 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 25K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes โ€” 20 of the top shared albums apps we rank are free to download, including Waldo: Shared Photo Albums and Google Photos: Backup & Edit.
Waldo: Shared Photo Albums has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of September 2026.
We track 249+ shared albums apps on the iOS App Store as of September 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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