A VidDay alternative with no editing
VidDay and Joycards both collect video messages from a group. VidDay turns them into one edited montage. Joycards keeps each message as its own video, with nothing to edit. Here's how they compare.
At a glance
| Feature | Joycards | VidDay |
|---|---|---|
| Format | A group video card. Each video plays one after the other, and each is kept separately so the recipient can rewatch favorites. | Contributors' videos and photos are turned into one personalized video montage. |
| Editing | None. No arranging, music or themes to choose. On paid plans you can rearrange the video order if you want to. | The organizer arranges clips, adds music and can choose a theme. A paid editing service is also offered. |
| Free option | Yes. The Starter plan is free to create and send: 4 videos of up to 40 seconds each. | Free to build, collect and edit. Payment is needed to finalize and download the video. |
| How you pay (USD) | Per card: Free, $12.99, $24.99 or $49, based on the number of videos and video length. | Per video, by final length: from $5 (up to 3 minutes) to $60 (up to 150 minutes). Memberships from $4.99 a month. |
| Length and group size | Up to 50 videos of up to 180 seconds each on the Joyful plan, so a card can run up to 150 minutes. | Pricing is capped at $60 for up to 150 minutes. VidDay lists unlimited participants. |
| Keepsakes and gifts | Digital. The card creator and recipient can download all the videos at any time. | Custom USB or DVD and a video book, plus group gifting. |
Information about other products is taken from their own websites (vidday.com and vidday.com/pricing) and was checked in October 2026. Prices and features change, so check their sites for the latest details.
One edited montage vs a card of individual videos
VidDay is a video montage maker. Once the clips are in, the organizer arranges them, picks music and a theme, and VidDay produces a single finished video. That's a great fit if you enjoy putting a production together or want one video to play at an event.
Joycards skips the production step. There's no timeline, no soundtrack and no theme. Each person's video is kept as its own message, and the recipient watches them one after the other, like Stories on Instagram. Because each video is separate, they can jump straight to the ones they want to watch again.
When VidDay may be the better fit
Choose VidDay if you want a polished montage with music for a party or presentation, if you'd like help from a professional editor, or if you want a physical keepsake like a USB, DVD or video book. VidDay also offers group gifting.
When Joycards may be the better fit
Choose Joycards if you want the quickest route from invite to finished card. The organizer's only job is to record their own video and invite people. Small cards are completely free to create and send, and larger cards are a single payment per card.
It works for every occasion, from a group birthday card to a farewell card for a coworker or a memorial video card. Compare all plans on our pricing page.
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FAQs
What's the difference between Joycards and VidDay?
VidDay combines everyone's clips into one edited montage, with music and themes chosen by the organizer. Joycards keeps each message as its own video, played one after the other, with no editing at all.
Do I have to edit anything on Joycards?
No. You record your own video, invite others, and send the card when everyone has contributed. There are no backgrounds, designs or music to choose. On paid plans you can rearrange the order of the videos if you'd like.
Can I send a Joycard for free?
Yes. The free Starter plan includes 4 videos of up to 40 seconds each. Larger cards are a one-off payment. See pricing.
How long can a Joycard be?
On the Joyful plan each video can be up to 180 seconds and a card can hold 50 videos, so a card could be up to 150 minutes long.
Can the recipient download the videos?
Yes. The card creator and the recipient can download all of their Joycard videos at any time.