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Head-to-head

PicPlayPost vs InShot

PicPlayPost 4.8★ · Free + IAP 60
Winner InShot
InShot 4.9★ · Free + IAP 85

InShot is generally the better choice for video and photo editing due to its wider range of features, better reliability in saving and exporting, and a more positive user experience, despite some recent issues with subscriptions and ads.

Full reviews: PicPlayPost · InShot

InShot offers a more robust and user-friendly experience for video and photo editing, with many users praising its ease of use and advanced features, while PicPlayPost struggles with bugs, rendering issues, and frustrating navigation. Although both apps have free tiers and in-app purchases, InShot's paid features are generally seen as more valuable, despite recent complaints about subscription models.

Head to head

Features edge: InShotR2R5R9R14
PicPlayPost PicPlayPost offers collage and slideshow creation, with some users finding it easy and fun for combining images and videos R5R14. However, many users complain about missing or limited grid options R2, lack of advanced editing tools like custom rotation , and issues with adding music R36. There are also complaints about reduced video quality and length limits compared to previous versions R9.
InShot InShot provides a wide array of editing features, including video speed control, transitions, background removal, and audio extraction, making it suitable for various projects from short videos to business pages . Users appreciate its ability to create high-quality edits and its continuous development with new functions . However, some users note limitations on the number of photos in an edit and music restrictions due to copyright . Recent updates have also removed features like 'capture' and 'cut' tools, frustrating long-time users .
Ease of Use edge: InShotR1R3R5R10
PicPlayPost PicPlayPost is described as easy to use and navigate by some users, especially for basic collages and slideshows R5R14. However, a significant number of users find it difficult to navigate, particularly when ordering or deleting media within a collage R1R3R10. Issues with text editing and undoing changes also contribute to frustration .
InShot InShot is widely praised for its user-friendly interface and ease of navigation, making it suitable for both beginners and experienced editors . Many users, including teenagers and business owners, find it simple to create and edit videos . However, some users wish for better search functions for stickers and fonts, and some find it difficult to use on a phone .
Reliability (Bugs, Crashing, Saving) tieR4R6R7R18
PicPlayPost PicPlayPost suffers from numerous reliability issues. Users frequently report bugs and glitches R6, videos failing to render or save to the camera roll R4R7R18R31, and problems with adding soundtracks R4R25. There are also complaints about the app crashing and being unable to access YouTube features .
InShot InShot generally performs well, but recent reviews highlight significant reliability concerns, particularly with saving and exporting videos. Users report videos getting stuck at certain percentages during export , especially for longer or 4K videos, sometimes leading to overheating . Some users also experience app crashes due to ads and issues with cache management .
Price/Value & Support tieR7R12R13R16
PicPlayPost PicPlayPost is a 'Free + IAP' app, but many users express frustration with its pricing model. There are complaints about being charged instantly for a 'free trial' R16, wrongful charges R16, and being unable to utilize paid features R7. Users are also upset about having to pay for features that were previously free R13 and the high cost of subscriptions, especially for simple enhancements like watermark removal . Customer support is described as unhelpful R7. There are also issues with subscriptions not transferring between devices R12.
InShot InShot is also 'Free + IAP', and while many users appreciate the free version for basic edits , the push for subscriptions is a major point of contention. Users are frustrated by the removal of the lifetime purchase option R61R67R106R116 and the high cost of subscriptions R67. There are complaints about being charged prematurely for subscriptions and issues with subscriptions not transferring between devices or platforms . Ads in the free version are also a significant annoyance, with some being impossible to close R64R96. Customer service is criticized for not helping with subscription transfer issues .
Pick PicPlayPost if

You primarily need to create simple photo and video collages or slideshows and are willing to navigate a sometimes clunky interface and potential bugs R5R14.

Pick InShot if

You are looking for a comprehensive mobile video and photo editor with a wide range of features, good ease of use, and are prepared to either deal with ads in the free version or pay for a subscription .

Evidence note: Both apps have a significant number of positive reviews praising ease of use and features, but recent negative reviews for both focus heavily on bugs, rendering issues, and frustrating monetization strategies. InShot has a much larger user base and rating count, which can skew the perception of its lifetime rating compared to its recent user sentiment.

Frequently asked

Does PicPlayPost allow custom music?
PicPlayPost allows for music selection, but some users report issues with adding their own music or soundtracks, stating that the song isn't added or that they wish they could use their own music R25R36.
Can I remove the watermark in InShot for free?
InShot allows users to remove the watermark by watching an ad, but some users report a bug where they cannot exit the ad after it finishes, making the app unusable R64R96.
Are there lifetime purchase options for InShot?
InShot users frequently complain that the lifetime purchase option has been removed, with the app now primarily offering subscriptions, despite some App Store listings still showing a lifetime option R61R67R106R116.
Why won't my video save in PicPlayPost?
Many PicPlayPost users report issues with videos not rendering or saving to their camera roll, even after paying for the app or trying multiple times R7R18R31R38.

What reviewers actually said

Built only from these 120 real reviews (foreign ones translated). Superscripts jump to the quote here. Apple has no per-review links, so [ref] opens that app's reviews on the App Store.

  1. [R2] PicPlayPost 4/5 · US Why did you remove some grids: Hi, I renember there being a sixteen pictures/videos grid. And a 11 picture/video grid. You removed those. Please add them back. Also, add stuff up to, like, 64, or 49. Or even 36 is fine. Please add these (back). This is fine, but NOT ENOUGH. The reason being is because I want to join the youtubepower (a group on YouTube made by Discoverguy1999) and I think more the
  2. [R5] PicPlayPost 4/5 · US Great: Easy and fun!
  3. [R9] PicPlayPost 3/5 · GB The cake is a lie: Ok, so it used to be 4K videos and the limit was 30 mins, but there’s no 1080p option and the limit is 10 minutes (same as bandicam) I thought it said unlock all features, what happened?
  4. [R14] PicPlayPost 5/5 · US AWESOME: It’s very easy to do collages. Love it
  5. [R1] PicPlayPost 1/5 · US Difficult to navigate: Very difficult to choose order of pictures or to delete them one you have selected them form your album
  6. [R3] PicPlayPost 3/5 · US Elysa Terzian: You can’t delete anything, but it doesn’t make pretty good videos
  7. [R10] PicPlayPost 2/5 · US SIMPLY THIS APP: Good features but my GOD SIMPLY THE APP SO YOU CAN DIRECTLY CHOOSE AND EDIT THE PICS OR VIDEOS YOU WANT TO PLACE IN THE COLLAGE AND IN THE ORDER YOU WANT THEM IN ITS LIKE ONCE YOU PIC YOUR GROUO OF MEDIA YOU CANT MAKE ANY CHANGES IN THE ORDER THEY GO IN THE COLLAGE LAYOUTS I HAD TO DELETE IT choosing the order option shouldn’t be that difficult
  8. [R4] PicPlayPost 1/5 · US error pop ups: too many error pop ups for rendering the video to camera roll or attempting to add a soundtrack from My Music
  9. [R6] PicPlayPost 3/5 · US Need to fix bugs: The app has many bugs, keeps glitching.
  10. [R7] PicPlayPost 1/5 · US Will not render: I paid the seven dollars for the month and the video will not render, I cannot download it. I emailed twice and got responses that were not helpful. I requested a refund from Apple twice and they told me both times that I could be refunded for the app purchase. So it was a total waste. I was never able to download or share the video that I created. It’s the principal. If I pay f
  11. [R18] PicPlayPost 3/5 · GB Meh: Making the video is good but when you want to save it to camera roll it doesn’t save.
  12. [R12] PicPlayPost 3/5 · GB Purchase not working: So I purchased the monthly subscription on my I phone for this app, but when using my iPhone I have to make another purchase. To me that is fraudulent
  13. [R13] PicPlayPost 2/5 · US Why the changes??: You ruined perfectly great app. Why does everyone fix things or upgrade things that never needed it to begin with. I could try this app was so good and now you ruined it. We have to pay extra for things that we used to get for free. You can’t really use the timing anymore. It just sucks.
  14. [R16] PicPlayPost 1/5 · US Wrongful Charge: I signed up for the free trial before I committed to it and was charged 30 dollars when it’s 6.99 a month. I need my money back
  15. [R25] PicPlayPost 2/5 · US Frustrating: Too frustrating. Put song but when sent no song was added
  16. [R36] PicPlayPost 1/5 · US Making personal videos: This would be an awesome video app if you were able to use your own music it would make the video even better!
  17. [R64] InShot 1/5 · US Scam: After watching an ad to remove the watermark you can’t exit out of the ad. Very scummy thing to do.
  18. [R96] InShot 1/5 · US Water mark bug: I have a hug where after I watch ads for the water mark to be removed,I can’t exit the ad once it’s over I set there on the ad screen being told to download a game for an hour I even downloaded the game thinking it will set everything back in order
  19. [R61] InShot 1/5 · US Lifetime package: Please bring back lifetime version with 1 time payment, that’s the only way I’ll pay for this, I can’t allow myself for subscriptions
  20. [R67] InShot 1/5 · US Requires Subscription: At a time when everything costs so much, I am not adding another SUBSCRIPTION to my monthly budget! Offer a reasonable one-time fee (with additional one-time fees on future updates or add-ons) and I'll be happy to pay that. I am NOT paying for a subscription!
  21. [R106] InShot 1/5 · GB They removed lifetime membership: What a scummy company. Removing the lifetime option is a ridiculous thing to do and I will definitely not be using this app anymore.
  22. [R116] InShot 2/5 · GB Misleading purchase options on App Store: The app store lists a lifetime purchase option, which I would do, but when in the app or on their site I cannot find any such option listed anywhere. I would have opted to edit some videos on another app if I’d known there was no lifetime purchase option in this one. Otherwise, the app seems usable and designed well for iPad. I cannot vouch for how it woul
  23. [R31] PicPlayPost 1/5 · US Disappointed: Video won’t save!! I’ve made it 3 times, have to keep starting over!!
  24. [R38] PicPlayPost 2/5 · GB Crashing: Re downloaded and now doesn’t download regardless of format. Not happy.

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store