Privacy
On-device, always.
Apple's Vision framework runs the entire analysis locally. No cloud, no servers, no account. 0 network requests during scan.
Privacy-first · On-device AI
The photos Apple's Duplicates can't find.
Apple's tool only catches exact copies. Snapsift uses on-device Apple Vision to find similar shots from bursts, edits, and re-uploads. Native to iPhone, no Mac required.
- Zero data uploaded
- Apple Vision framework
- iOS 17+
Smart cleanup,
built for iPhone.
Six tools that quietly do the work, from grouping look-alikes to picking the sharpest shot in a burst. All on-device, none of it uploaded.
★ Grouping
Smart grouping.
Vision feature vectors cluster near-identical shots automatically. Three similar photos, one best shot highlighted.
★ Best shot 9.2 sharpness 8.7 faces 7.4 composition
Ranking
Best shot picks itself.
Sharpness, faces, resolution, composition, recency. Weighted to keep the shot you'd actually choose.
Compare
Review side by side.
Tap into any group to compare at full resolution. Pinch to zoom. Decide in seconds.
- March 2026142
- February 202689
- January 2026204
Screenshots
Screenshot purge.
Monthly sections highlight piles of receipts, memes, and old confirmations. Clear hundreds in a sweep.
Performance
540 photos in 12 seconds.
Parallel feature analysis since v1.2.2. The same library that took 8 minutes now scans in twelve seconds.
How it works.
Three steps from cluttered library to a clean camera roll. No setup, no account, no upload.
1 Scan your library
Grant photo library access. Snapsift analyses every photo on-device. A 1,000-photo library scans in under 30 seconds.
2 Review groups
Browse duplicate groups by visual similarity. The best shot is pre-selected. Override with a tap if you disagree.
3 Delete safely
Confirmed deletes go to Recently Deleted, recoverable for 30 days. Nothing is destroyed silently.
Privacy
Your photos never
Your photos never
leave your iPhone.
Snapsift uses Apple's Vision framework to analyse photos locally. No data is uploaded, no account is required, and no third-party services see your library. The privacy label says "Data Not Collected" because nothing is collected.
0
Network requests during scan
0
User accounts required
100%
On-device Vision processing
Comparison
Apple finds exact copies.
Apple finds exact copies.
Snapsift finds the rest.
Apple Duplicates
Snapsift
Exact pixel duplicates
✓
✓
Near-identical (burst, slightly different)
—
✓
Best-shot ranking (sharpness, faces)
—
✓
Screenshot cleanup by month
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✓
Side-by-side comparison at full resolution
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✓
All on-device, no upload
✓
✓
The Snapsift Journal.
Field notes on iPhone storage, photo cleanup, and the small habits that keep your library breathing.
Featured · 8 min read
How to actually delete duplicate photos on iPhone (without losing the good ones)
A practical playbook for clearing thousands of duplicates safely, using Apple's tools first and Snapsift for what they miss.
5 min read
What Apple's Duplicates feature can't find
The gaps in iOS 16+, and what to do about them.
4 min read
iPhone storage full from photos? Start here
Triage in order of cheapest to delete to hardest.
6 min read
Why screenshots pile up (and how to keep them tidy)
A monthly habit that takes under 2 minutes.
Frequently asked.
Does Snapsift upload my photos?
No. All analysis runs on-device using Apple's Vision framework. Snapsift makes zero network requests during scanning or review.
What does Snapsift find that Apple's Duplicates feature doesn't?
Apple's Duplicates only finds exact pixel matches. Snapsift finds near-identical shots (bursts, slight angle changes), ranks the best one in each group, and gives you a month-by-month screenshot cleanup view. Read the full breakdown.
How do I actually delete duplicate photos on iPhone?
Three steps: scan your library on-device, review groups (the best shot is pre-selected), then delete safely to Recently Deleted. Full step-by-step guide.
How much does Snapsift cost?
Free to scan and review. 15 deletions per month included. Pro unlocks unlimited deletions: $19.99/year or $39.99 lifetime.
What happens to photos I delete?
Deletes go to your Recently Deleted album in Photos, where they stay recoverable for 30 days. Snapsift never deletes anything silently.
iPhone storage is full because of photos. What should I do?
Start by clearing duplicates and screenshots: they pile up the fastest and are safest to delete. A full triage from cheapest to hardest deletes.
How does Snapsift handle iCloud Photos?
Snapsift works with iCloud Photos. For very large libraries with Optimise iPhone Storage on, the first scan may need to download originals. Turn it off temporarily for fastest results.
How do I clean up old iPhone screenshots in bulk?
Use Snapsift's month-grouped screenshot view to clear receipts, memes, and old confirmations in a sweep. A 2-minute monthly habit that keeps screenshots tidy.
Is there an Android version?
Not currently. Snapsift relies on Apple's Vision framework for on-device analysis, which is iOS-only. iPad support is on the roadmap.
What iOS version do I need?
iOS 17 or later. iPhone only (iPad coming soon).
Reclaim your
camera roll.
Free to try. Pro unlocks unlimited deletes. iOS 17+.
Download on the App Store