Head-to-head · Collage Maker Software
PhotoGrid vs CollageIt
PhotoGrid leads on 0 checks, CollageIt on 0, and 5 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 5 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scorePhotoGrid · 9.1/10
- Free planboth
- Free trialonly PhotoGrid
- Most featuresPhotoGrid · 4 of 4
PhotoGrid scores higher on our rubric for collage maker software: 9.1 against 8.5 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #6.
On platforms, PhotoGrid gives you Web_and_mobile where CollageIt offers Desktop.
PhotoGrid is the better fit for photo and video collages across devices. CollageIt is the better fit for large desktop collages and print exports.
- PhotoGrid fits best
Photo and video collages across devices
- CollageIt fits best
Large desktop collages and print exports
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Side by side
| Feature | PhotoGrid 9.1/10 Visit ↗ | CollageIt 8.5/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.1 | 8.5 |
| Ranking | #2 in Collage Maker Software | #6 in Collage Maker Software |
| Best for | Photo and video collages across devices | Large desktop collages and print exports |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | — | $39.90 one-time |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | 3 days | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile | Desktop, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Windows, macOS, iOS |
| Support | Email, Docs | Email, Docs |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market | Solo, Small business |
| Features PhotoGrid 4/4 · CollageIt 3/4 | ||
| Custom layouts | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video collages | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| Text overlays | ✓ | ✓ |
| Watermark-free exports | ✓ | ✓ |
| Specs | ||
| Platforms | Web_and_mobile | Desktop |
| Maximum photos | Not checked yet | 200 photos |
| Export formats | PNG, JPG | JPEG, PNG, PDF, PSD, TIFF, BMP, GIF |
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| Our verdict | PhotoGrid is a photo and video editing product for creating collages, grids, slideshows, posters, GIFs, and social-media visuals. It combines preset templates with customizable layouts, adjustable spacing, borders, resizing, rearrangement,… Read the review → |
CollageIt is photo collage software for Windows and Mac, with a separate free iOS version. It suits people creating large desktop collages for printing, sharing, or wallpaper use. Automatic collage generation builds grids from imported… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
PhotoGrid — where it wins
- Supports photo and video collages across web, iOS, and Android
- AI-generated layouts can start from photos or text prompts
- Free plan includes core editing, collage tools, templates, and 100 MB storage
Where it doesn't
- Free exports include watermarks
- Paid plan prices are not shown here
- Advanced tiers are needed for larger batch edits and project limits
CollageIt — where it wins
- Creates automatic collages with templates and adjustable layouts
- Supports up to 200 photos with manual positioning controls
- Exports images and PDFs with extensive editing options
Where it doesn't
- Paid licenses start at $39.90 one-time
- The free version adds watermarks to exports
- Commercial licenses are limited to 5 PCs or Macs
- PhotoGrid9.1/10 · Free plan · 3-day trial
A broad collage editor for photos, videos, social visuals, and AI-assisted layouts.
Visit PhotoGridFull verdict → - CollageIt8.5/10 · Free plan
A capable collage maker for large projects, with a relatively costly paid license.
Visit CollageItFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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