Cleaner AI: Photo Cleanup vs its rivals

Side-by-side comparison against Cleaner AI: Photo Cleanup's closest competitors — identity, store metrics, ratings & sentiment, and strategic intel.

	Cleaner AI: Photo Cleanup This App	Ultimate Phone Cleaner Nemesis	AppCleaner - Clean Storage Contender	KeyFolder2 - Filelist with PIN Contender	Smart TV APK downloader Contender	WebDAVNav Server Contender	Super Backup & Storage Cleaner Peer	Одноклассники tips Peer	JPG to PDF Converter : AISumry Peer	Powerful Cleaner-Clean Storage Peer
Core Identity
Developer	Codespace Dijital Hizmetler Anonim Şirketi	DOSA Apps	NicklasProdStudio	Tatsuya Tobioka	Cloud Curry Studio	Schimera Pty Ltd	Dropouts Technologies LLP	Firdev	Innonexa Tech Private Limited	WEBEYE MOBILE HK LIMITED
Category	Utilities	Productivity	Utilities	Utilities	Tools	Utilities	Photo & Video	Social	Business	Lifestyle
Platform	iOS	Android	iOS	iOS	Android	iOS	iOS	Android	iOS, Android	Android, iOS
Store Metrics
Rating	4.6 / 5	4.7 / 5	4.3 / 5	0.0 / 5	0.0 / 5	0.0 / 5	4.1 / 5	3.9 / 5	5.0 / 5	4.6 / 5
Ratings Count	43,730	10,639	8	0	0	0	172	1,125	2	11,346
Price	Free	Free	Free	Free	$700	Free	Free	Free	Free	Free
Release Date	Jul 4, 2024	Aug 18, 2018	Aug 1, 2022	Aug 24, 2023	Aug 17, 2019	Nov 19, 2013	Nov 7, 2015	Feb 16, 2022	Aug 24, 2025	May 1, 2022
Last Updated	May 18, 2026	Nov 25, 2024	Mar 6, 2025	Jan 13, 2026	Jan 5, 2026	Feb 4, 2026	Mar 21, 2026	Jan 13, 2026	Sep 4, 2025	Apr 8, 2026
Sentiment & Reviews
Sentiment	mixed	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	mixed
Score	55/100	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	55/100
Praises	Automated photo duplicate detection saves significant time for users managing large media libraries	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	One-tap storage cleaning functionality provides immediate relief for users with limited device capacity
Complaints	Subscription cancellation processes feel intentionally obscured to prevent users from ending recurring payments	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	Aggressive monetization tactics create friction for users expecting a free utility experience
Requests	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	Transparent communication regarding subscription requirements to avoid misleading free-to-use expectations
Strategic Intel
Strengths	AI-driven duplicate detection reduces manual labor Password-protected vault provides premium-tier value Charging animations drive daily interaction	-	Secret Space provides a privacy-focused local storage differentiator Contact management tools offer utility beyond simple media cleanup	Open-source transparency builds trust without cloud-based processing iPad multi-window support provides superior tablet workflow	-	-	-	-	Lightweight, single-tap conversion loop drives rapid install-to-utility conversion AI-powered summary feature provides a unique utility hook for long-form documents	One-tap cleanup mechanism provides immediate time-to-value Secret Space feature creates a distinct security-focused utility tier
Weaknesses	Technical instability in deletion workflow Obscured subscription cancellation paths Aggressive monetization frustrates new users	-	Subscription-only model creates high friction for new users 8 total ratings indicate low social proof No permanent free tier limits acquisition	Unencrypted storage limits utility for confidential documents Manual organization requirements increase user effort	-	-	-	-	Premium tier at $69.99/year exceeds category medians No cloud-save functionality limits utility for multi-device professional workflows	Subscription-gate friction drives high negative sentiment Intrusive notification patterns erode user trust 0.67★ platform rating gap between iOS and Android
Pricing	freemium	free	subscription	free	paid	free	free	free	subscription	subscription
Momentum	Maintenance	-	Zombie	-	-	-	-	-	Maintenance	Active
Update Cadence	2 versions, ~53d avg	-	1 versions	-	-	-	-	-	4 versions	5 versions, 1 majors/6mo, ~14d avg

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