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Head-to-head

Photo Collage Maker PicJointer vs Pic Stitch

Photo Collage Maker PicJointer 4.5★ · Free to download 40
Winner Pic Stitch
Pic Stitch 4.7★ · Free to download 60

For users seeking a photo collage maker, Pic Stitch is the better choice due to its more functional free tier and better-regarded paid features, despite both apps suffering from aggressive monetization tactics.

Full reviews: Photo Collage Maker PicJointer · Pic Stitch

Both Photo Collage Maker PicJointer and Pic Stitch are photo collage apps that have shifted towards aggressive subscription models, frustrating many users. While PicJointer's free version is almost unusable, Pic Stitch offers a slightly more functional, albeit ad-heavy, free experience and a more established history of user satisfaction with its paid options.

Head to head

Features tieR5R15R23R24
Photo Collage Maker PicJointer Users praise Photo Collage Maker PicJointer for being easy to use and offering lots of options for collages R5R23. Some find it useful for mood boards and organizing . However, some users report issues with limited photo usage, such as only being able to use 10 out of 40 uploaded photos , and difficulties with text editing R15R24.
Pic Stitch Pic Stitch is appreciated for its ease of use in making collages quickly . Users like the diversity in styles and creativity and the ability to combine photos on one page . However, some users report issues with the app crashing and losing work , difficulty zooming in on multiple pictures without them moving , and problems with the UI on newer devices R99. Some long-time users also note that basic layouts and features that were once free are now behind a paywall R64.
Ease of Use edge: Photo Collage Maker PicJointerR5R15R23R27
Photo Collage Maker PicJointer Many users find Photo Collage Maker PicJointer easy, intuitive, and simple to use R5R23R27. However, some mention vague instructions and frustration with text box resizing R15.
Pic Stitch Pic Stitch is generally described as easy to use for making collages . However, some users find the menus not intuitive , navigation needs improvement , and the UI has become confusing after recent updates . There are also reports of photos shifting when trying to save .
Reliability edge: Pic StitchR58R76R80R83
Photo Collage Maker PicJointer One user reported that Photo Collage Maker PicJointer stopped working entirely after they paid for a subscription R58.
Pic Stitch Pic Stitch has a history of being reliable for many years R80R83. However, some users report the app crashing and losing work , and issues with the app not opening or exporting photos . There are also reports of ads not closing, making the app unusable R76.
Price/Value edge: Pic StitchR1R3R4R6
Photo Collage Maker PicJointer Photo Collage Maker PicJointer is widely criticized for being misleadingly advertised as free, but requiring payment for even basic functions like saving or combining pictures R4R6R7R10. Users find it way too expensive, with some mentioning a weekly charge of $9.99 R1R3. Many feel it's not worth the cost for the quality offered and that other platforms offer similar features for free .
Pic Stitch Pic Stitch also faces significant criticism for its monetization, with users stating that basic features are now locked behind a subscription R61R64 and that the free version is plagued by relentless ads and nags R61R66R67. Some paid users are frustrated that they still see ads even after subscribing . There are reports of fraudulent charges or being charged after cancellation R82. However, some users appreciate the lifetime membership as a good value and some still consider it a great free collage maker despite limitations .
Support edge: Pic StitchR68R82R99
Photo Collage Maker PicJointer There is no specific feedback on Photo Collage Maker PicJointer's customer support.
Pic Stitch Pic Stitch has positive feedback for its support team, with one user reporting that their purchase problem was solved immediately R68. However, another user reported being unable to find a way to contact them after being wrongly charged R82, and another mentioned no response to emails regarding app issues R99.
Pick Photo Collage Maker PicJointer if

You prioritize a very simple and intuitive interface for basic collage making and are willing to pay for a subscription upfront, or you want to try a short trial to see what to expect R5R23.

Pick Pic Stitch if

You are a long-time user of the app, are willing to tolerate ads in the free version, or are considering a lifetime membership for better value R80R83. You might also pick Pic Stitch if customer support is a priority, as some users have had positive experiences R68.

Evidence note: The evidence for Photo Collage Maker PicJointer is heavily skewed towards negative feedback regarding its pricing model, making it difficult to assess other dimensions fairly. Pic Stitch also has significant negative feedback on pricing and ads, but a longer history of positive user experiences and some specific positive mentions of support.

Frequently asked

Is Photo Collage Maker PicJointer truly free to use?
No, Photo Collage Maker PicJointer is not truly free to use; while it's free to download, users report that you cannot perform basic functions like saving or combining pictures without purchasing a subscription R4R6R7R10.
What are the common complaints about Pic Stitch?
Common complaints about Pic Stitch include an overwhelming number of ads in the free version that often prevent saving or exporting R61R66R67, basic features being moved behind a paywall R64, and some users experiencing ads even after paying for a subscription .
How do the pricing models of the two apps compare?
Photo Collage Maker PicJointer is criticized for being very expensive, with some users reporting charges multiple times per week or $9.99 a week R1, and for requiring payment for almost all functionality R4R6R7R10. Pic Stitch also has a subscription model, with some users mentioning a yearly fee of over $30 or $34.99 R82, and while its free version is ad-heavy, it is slightly more functional than PicJointer's R61R66R67.

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R5] Photo Collage Maker PicJointer 5/5 · US Best collage maker ever: Easy and great quality
  2. [R15] Photo Collage Maker PicJointer 3/5 · US Just using it a little $: Editing is frustrating when trying to resize the text box. Also why not have a free option to just use a couple collage frames !
  3. [R23] Photo Collage Maker PicJointer 5/5 · US Useful, Simple to Use: Easy to use, intuitive, and useful.
  4. [R24] Photo Collage Maker PicJointer 3/5 · GB Text don’t stand work out: Still working on it
  5. [R27] Photo Collage Maker PicJointer 3/5 · GB Pleased: So far so good, easy to use
  6. [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
  7. [R76] Pic Stitch 1/5 · US Ads will not close: I don’t mind watching an ad on a free version of and app but there is no X or skip button on an ad even after one minute of waiting. This makes pic stitch unusable.
  8. [R80] Pic Stitch 5/5 · US I’ve used this app for years.: It’s always done the job.
  9. [R83] Pic Stitch 5/5 · US Love it!: Thank you for the update! I’ve been using Pic Stitch for years and it’s been flawless for me!
  10. [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.
  11. [R3] Photo Collage Maker PicJointer 3/5 · US good app: but way to expensive
  12. [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
  13. [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).
  14. [R68] Pic Stitch 5/5 · US You guys are great (solved my restore problem): Very good team. Solved my purchase problem immediately. With Kind Regards ~
  15. [R82] Pic Stitch 1/5 · US Cancelled & still charged for a year: I cancelled Pic Stitch the day before my trial & I was still charged $34.99 for a year. Can’t find any way to contact them. Would give a 0 rating if I could.
  16. [R99] Pic Stitch 3/5 · GB Not so good on new IPad Pro 10.5: Waited a few days on writing this review to give Pic Stitch time to respond to my emails with details and pictures of the issues, but no response! Very difficult to select a picture when the menu option does not work, or, when it does shows the same picture in every selection box. Tried deleting and reinstall, tried hard reset - no joy!
  17. [R7] Photo Collage Maker PicJointer 1/5 · US You have to pay to save or use: Not worth it
  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. [R61] Pic Stitch 1/5 · US Used to be good: Unless you pay an absurd fee, you can no longer save your work. Ads pop up and don’t go away. Don’t bother. Do yourself a favor and find another app.
  20. [R64] Pic Stitch 1/5 · US Downgraded to push subscriptions: I have used this app since 2012. App used to be annoying but very useful without paying (ads and pop ups). Now basic features are locked behind a subscription. Time to uninstall and find another app
  21. [R66] Pic Stitch 3/5 · US Useful but annoying: The RELENTLESS push to upgrade makes this app annoying to use. Every time you open it, or export an image results in a pop up, and 90% of the UI is paylocked options. I will be looking for alternatives.
  22. [R67] Pic Stitch 2/5 · US Free version ads and nags are very annoying: I don’t mind seeing an ad or two for a free app, but constant nags and ads are too much.

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