Ranking updated
Best collage apps in 2026
For a collage in a couple of taps, PicCollage has ready layouts, grids and animated templates, and adds videos too; it is free, with VIP for more. For a designed collage or a post, Canva has templates. Picsart does grid and freestyle collages for mood boards, and Photoshop Express makes grid collages next to its photo fixes. Details below.
How we picked: a collage app should give ready layouts so a collage takes seconds, and room to move photos freely when you want. We checked each app’s own store description for collage tools and for what is free or premium.
A free collage app
PicCollage calls itself completely free: ready layouts, grids and animated templates, freestyle collages, cards, and videos inside a collage or slideshow, with VIP access for more. Picsart is free too, with grid and freestyle collages and video collages; its premium content adds templates and retouch features.
Collages for posts and designs
Canva is a photo editor and collage maker with hundreds of designed templates and customisable layouts. Photoshop Express builds a collage from ready grid layouts and fixes the photos in the same app; extra tools are in Premium.
| App | Best for | Platforms | Price | Video collage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PicCollageApp StoreGoogle Play | layouts, grids and cards | iOS, Android | free; VIP | yes |
| CanvaApp StoreGoogle Play | designed templates and posts | iOS, Android | free to download | not stated |
| PicsartApp StoreGoogle Play | grid and freestyle collages, mood boards | iOS, Android | free; premium content | yes |
| Photoshop ExpressApp StoreGoogle Play | quick grid collages with photo fixes | iOS, Android | free to download; Premium | not stated |
Frequently asked questions
What is a free app for photo collages?
PicCollage describes itself as free, with ready layouts and grids; Picsart is also free to use for grid and freestyle collages.
Can I make a collage with videos?
Yes: PicCollage and Picsart both let you add videos to a collage.