Head-to-head · Collage Maker Software
SCRL vs LiveCollage
SCRL leads on 0 checks, LiveCollage on 0, and 4 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 4 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreSCRL · 8.9/10
- Free planboth
- Free trialboth
SCRL scores higher on our rubric for collage maker software: 8.9 against 8.4 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #7.
SCRL is the better fit for instagram and TikTok carousel collages. LiveCollage is the better fit for apple users making photo and video collages.
- SCRL fits best
Instagram and TikTok carousel collages
- LiveCollage fits best
Apple users making photo and video collages
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Side by side
| Feature | SCRL 8.9/10 Visit ↗ | LiveCollage 8.4/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.9 | 8.4 |
| Ranking | #3 in Collage Maker Software | #7 in Collage Maker Software |
| Best for | Instagram and TikTok carousel collages | Apple users making photo and video collages |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | — | Free plan · 3-day trial |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | 7 days | 3 days |
| Free trial length | 7 days | 3 days |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile | Mobile, Desktop |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | iOS, macOS |
| Support | Email, Docs | |
| Integrations | 3 integrations | 1 integrations |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market | Solo, Small business |
| Features SCRL 3/4 · LiveCollage 3/4 | ||
| Custom layouts | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video collages | ✓ | ✓ |
| Text overlays | ✓ | ✓ |
| Watermark-free exports | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Specs | ||
| Platforms | Mobile | Mobile |
| Maximum photos | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Export formats | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
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| Our verdict | SCRL is a mobile-focused collage and social media design app from Appostrophe AB for creators, artists, influencers, and brands. It combines freeform canvas tools with structured grids, collage layouts, templates, photo editing, stickers,… Read the review → |
LiveCollage is a mobile-first app for creating photo collages, video collages, slideshows, cards, posters, and edited images. It is aimed at iPhone and iPad users, with compatibility for Macs using Apple silicon. Preset layouts and… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
SCRL — where it wins
- Freeform, grid, and panoramic carousel layouts
- Video layers, editable text, stickers, and photo editing
- Direct posting to Instagram and TikTok
Where it doesn't
- Basic plan limits projects to 10 slides
- Premium is required for video layers
- Paid plan pricing is not shown here
LiveCollage — where it wins
- Combines photo collages, video collages, and slideshows
- Adds trimming, music, transitions, animations, and AI editing
- Supports iCloud backup across its Apple-focused ecosystem
Where it doesn't
- Available only on iOS and compatible Apple silicon Macs
- Premium access is offered through optional subscriptions
- Subscription products vary by App Store region
- SCRL8.9/10 · Free plan · 7-day trial
A flexible collage maker for polished Instagram and TikTok carousel designs.
Visit SCRLFull verdict → - LiveCollage8.4/10 · Free plan · 3-day trial
A feature-rich collage app for Apple users who also want video editing.
Visit LiveCollageFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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