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Head-to-head

Photo Collage Maker PicJointer vs SCRL

Photo Collage Maker PicJointer 4.5★ · Free to download 30
Winner SCRL
SCRL 4.8★ · Free + IAP 65

SCRL is the better choice for users seeking a more feature-rich collage and carousel maker, especially with its free options, despite recent paywall complaints, while Photo Collage Maker PicJointer is largely criticized for its aggressive paywall and high subscription costs.

Full reviews: Photo Collage Maker PicJointer · SCRL

Photo Collage Maker PicJointer is widely criticized for requiring payment for basic features and having high subscription costs, making it a poor value. SCRL offers more functionality, including free options, but has recently moved some previously free features behind a paywall, frustrating long-time users.

Head to head

Features edge: SCRLR1R13R20R29
Photo Collage Maker PicJointer Photo Collage Maker PicJointer is described as lacking good and useful features, with some users calling it basic and low quality R1R13. While some find it offers lots of options R29 and is good for combining photos R20, others note issues with resizing text boxes and limited photo usage .
SCRL SCRL offers a variety of templates R61R70 and is praised for its ability to create carousels and stitch photos together . Users appreciate the freedom and customization options , though some wish for more sticker options and more control over text . There are also complaints about high image compression .
Ease of Use tieR5R9R18R23
Photo Collage Maker PicJointer Many users find Photo Collage Maker PicJointer easy to use R5R9R23. However, some mention difficulties adjusting to changes R18 and vague instructions .
SCRL SCRL is generally considered easy to use R70, with users appreciating its straightforwardness for creating posts . However, some functions are not initially intuitive , and a few users found the app difficult to use overall . There are also reports of issues with the nudge option for images .
Reliability edge: Photo Collage Maker PicJointerR58R67R71R73
Photo Collage Maker PicJointer One user reported that Photo Collage Maker PicJointer completely stopped working after they paid for a yearly subscription R58.
SCRL SCRL has several reliability issues, including templates glitching and freezing after adding a few photos R67, direct posting to Instagram not working R73, and the app not loading templates or the home screen despite good internet R71. Users also report issues with restoring premium accounts R93 and the app not working on mobile data . Exporting videos with borders has also been a problem .
Price/Value edge: SCRLR3R4R6R7
Photo Collage Maker PicJointer Photo Collage Maker PicJointer is heavily criticized for being a 'free to download, not to use' app . Users report needing to pay for even basic options like combining four pictures R6, saving R7, or using any features at all R4R10. The pricing is considered too expensive R3R9R13, with a weekly subscription of $9.99 being highlighted as unreasonable .
SCRL SCRL offers free options that many users appreciate , but recent updates have moved many previously free features, such as basic grids, borders, and background removal, behind a paywall R76R78R81R82. The premium subscription is considered expensive by some , with a yearly cost of $40 mentioned .
Support tieR91
Photo Collage Maker PicJointer There is no specific feedback on customer support for Photo Collage Maker PicJointer.
SCRL One user reported being unable to find support within the SCRL app or on its website when experiencing crashing issues with video exports R91.
Pick Photo Collage Maker PicJointer if

You are looking for a very simple photo collage maker and are willing to pay for a subscription, potentially after a trial .

Pick SCRL if

You need a more versatile app for creating collages and seamless Instagram carousels, are comfortable with a freemium model, and are willing to pay for advanced features if needed .

Evidence note: The evidence for Photo Collage Maker PicJointer is heavily skewed towards negative reviews regarding its pricing model, which may impact its lifetime rating. SCRL also has recent negative reviews concerning paywalls, but still maintains a higher lifetime rating and more positive feedback on its core functionality.

Frequently asked

Is Photo Collage Maker PicJointer truly free?
No, Photo Collage Maker PicJointer is not truly free; while it is free to download, users report that you cannot do anything, save, or use most basic features without purchasing a membership or subscription R4R6R7R10.
What are the main complaints about SCRL?
The main complaints about SCRL revolve around its recent updates moving previously free and basic features, such as grids and borders, behind a paywall, frustrating long-time users R76R78R81R82.
Can SCRL directly post to Instagram?
SCRL offers direct posting to Instagram, but users report that it often requires converting your Instagram account to a business or professional account R61R70R93 and some users experience issues with the connection not working or losing connection R73.

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R1] Photo Collage Maker PicJointer 1/5 · US Horrible: Horrible app / lacks any good and useful stuff. Chargers you multiple times per week. Just horirble.
  2. [R13] Photo Collage Maker PicJointer 1/5 · US Cost $ for low quality app: Expensive and the most basic, not so good backgrounds. I’ve seen way nicer for lower price.
  3. [R20] Photo Collage Maker PicJointer 4/5 · US Love this app: What a great way to combine photos on one page to print out.
  4. [R29] Photo Collage Maker PicJointer 5/5 · US Picture Joiner / Collage Maker: Lots of options & very easy to use. Great App!
  5. [R5] Photo Collage Maker PicJointer 5/5 · US Best collage maker ever: Easy and great quality
  6. [R9] Photo Collage Maker PicJointer 3/5 · US Easy to use: Pricing sucks
  7. [R18] Photo Collage Maker PicJointer 3/5 · GB Pic Jointer: App was quite impressive but I always find difficulties adjusting to the changes. Probably my fault.
  8. [R23] Photo Collage Maker PicJointer 5/5 · US Useful, Simple to Use: Easy to use, intuitive, and useful.
  9. [R58] Photo Collage Maker PicJointer 1/5 · US NOT WORKING: The app is very expensive. I paid for the subscription for a whole year and couldn’t understand what the money was being charged for. When I finally realized it, I opened the app and remembered that I had actually liked it at some point. I decided to keep the subscription and use it a few more times during the week, but it turns out the app doesn’t even work. While I had forgotten a
  10. [R67] SCRL 1/5 · US Cool concept, Terrible Execution: This app has potential to be really awesome, but it absolutely sucks as of now. Every template will glitch after 5 photos are put on. It gets overloaded & freezes nonstop forcing you to close the app & reset. It’s even more annoying you can’t save anything as a draft, which would at least help this scenario. Don’t waste your money until they fix it.
  11. [R71] SCRL 4/5 · US Bueno...: La verdad que la app no es mala pero no se porque no me carga la parte d plantillas ni de inicio y eso que tengo muy buen Internet no se si sea un error de mi tlf o de la app, pero lo que si se es que me ENCANTA el resultado de la fotos
  12. [R73] SCRL 2/5 · US wanted to give 5 stars...: wanted to give more, i bought a year of their premium subscription. wanted to utilize the direct posting to instagram but it doesn't work. i would lose the connection to my instagram after logging in. changed my password multiple times for no reason. waste of time. like their fonts and features but the frustration of not being able to schedule and connect posts makes it
  13. [R3] Photo Collage Maker PicJointer 3/5 · US good app: but way to expensive
  14. [R4] Photo Collage Maker PicJointer 1/5 · US Waste or time: Wont let you even do one picture without a purchase to see if you like it dont waste your time
  15. [R6] Photo Collage Maker PicJointer 3/5 · US Not free: Need to pay and subscribe for even the most basic option (combine 4 pictures into one).
  16. [R7] Photo Collage Maker PicJointer 1/5 · US You have to pay to save or use: Not worth it
  17. [R91] SCRL 1/5 · US Crashing: Won’t export videos and can’t find support in the app or the website. Yes, I’ve cleared cache, turn on and off, it’s already updated, pay the full price, etc. This feature is why I pay for this app please let me know how to fix this or when you fix it. Thanks!
  18. [R10] Photo Collage Maker PicJointer 1/5 · US NOT FREE AT ALL - SCAM: You absolutely can NOT do anything unless you buy the membership. Do not download.
  19. [R76] SCRL 2/5 · US Used to be great: This app used to be perfect, exactly everything I needed for instagram and social media posts. I rarely ever used any of the fancy frames or border effects, sticking with simple grids. This morning I opened SCRL to make a post, and to my surprise, the simple grids which I’ve used forever (these have always been free) are now locked behind a premium paywall. Only the most simple
  20. [R78] SCRL 3/5 · US Meh: Sad. I’ve been using this app for years and now you’ve taken everything away and you want me to pay for what I’ve been using for years.
  21. [R81] SCRL 3/5 · US Loved before everything was locked behind a paywall: I have been using SCRL to make all of my posts for years, and the update two days ago is nearing my final straw and I am looking for a new app to use instead. Locking basic grids and the background removal tool behind paywalls when they were previously free really inhibits how much I want to use this app. Pity, because I loved it.
  22. [R82] SCRL 1/5 · US What the heck?: I’ve been using SCRL for years now, and I have to say I’m disappointed with this new update. I absolutely love the app, and use it almost every day for my business. But limiting the grids is ridiculous and I’ll be finding another app to use. New improvements are what need to be limited to premium not randomly switching regular features people have used for years. Do better. I hate
  23. [R61] SCRL 2/5 · US Easy fix: I hate that you have to have a business account. Great templates though
  24. [R70] SCRL 2/5 · US Professional account required: Great app, love the templates and it’s easy to use. Idk why you have to make your insta account a business/professional account in order to have access to upload directly to instagram though. Very frustrating.
  25. [R93] SCRL 3/5 · US Great app but…: I will not connect the app to my Instagram because SCRL is forcing me to convert my Instagram account to professional or business.

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