iOS App Screenshots Built for Every Apple Device
Pixel-perfect, retina-ready screenshot sets for iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch
Start Creating iOS ScreenshotsBuilding a great iOS app is only half the battle — presenting it effectively on the App Store is what drives installs. Apple users expect a level of polish in store listings that matches the quality of the platform itself. ScreenshotWhale helps you meet that expectation with screenshot templates and device mockups purpose-built for the entire Apple ecosystem. From the latest iPhone 17 Pro to Apple Watch Ultra 2, create retina-resolution screenshots that comply with Apple's guidelines, support every required device size, and translate into any language your audience speaks.
Key Features
iPhone 17 Pro & Pro Max Mockups
Create screenshots featuring the latest iPhone 17 Pro with its titanium frame and Dynamic Island. Our mockups match Apple's exact display dimensions, corner radii, and bezel proportions so your app looks authentic inside every frame.
iPad Pro & iPad Air Templates
iPad apps deserve their own optimized screenshots — not stretched iPhone versions. Our iPad templates are designed for the 13" and 11" display classes with landscape and portrait orientations, split-view layouts, and Apple Pencil integration scenes.
Apple Watch Screenshot Support
If your app has a watchOS companion, showcase it properly. ScreenshotWhale includes Apple Watch Ultra 2, Series 10, and SE mockups with accurate case shapes, band styles, and complication layouts that meet Apple's watchOS screenshot guidelines.
Retina-Resolution Output
Every screenshot is rendered at the native retina resolution of the target device — @2x and @3x pixel densities included. Text stays razor-sharp, UI elements remain crisp, and gradients render without banding on the highest-resolution Apple displays.
Apple Guidelines Compliance
Our templates and export presets are built to meet Apple's Human Interface Guidelines and App Store Review Guidelines. Proper safe areas, status bar handling, and content policies are baked into every template so your screenshots pass review without surprises.
One-Click Multi-Language Export
Translate your screenshot captions into any of the 38 App Store languages — or all 100+ languages our AI engine supports — and export complete, ready-to-upload screenshot sets for each locale. Layouts automatically adjust for text length variations across languages.
iOS Screenshot Sizes for Every Apple Device
Apple's ecosystem spans a wide range of screen sizes and resolutions, and App Store Connect expects specific pixel dimensions for each device class. Providing screenshots for every required size ensures your listing looks polished regardless of which device a potential user browses from. Here is a complete reference for current iOS screenshot dimensions.
- ✓iPhone 17 Pro Max (6.9"): 1320 x 2868 px — the largest iPhone display, required for all new submissions
- ✓iPhone 17 Pro (6.3"): 1206 x 2622 px — the standard Pro tier display size
- ✓iPhone 16 Plus / 15 Plus (6.7"): 1290 x 2796 px — non-Pro large display class
- ✓iPad Pro 13" M4: 2048 x 2732 px — the benchmark for iPad screenshot quality
- ✓iPad Air 11": 1668 x 2388 px — covers the mid-range iPad display class
- ✓Apple Watch Ultra 2 (49mm): 410 x 502 px — required if your app includes a watchOS component
Navigating Apple's Review Guidelines for Screenshots
Apple reviews every screenshot you submit, and violations can delay your app's release or trigger a rejection. Understanding what Apple allows — and what it flags — helps you design screenshots that sail through review on the first submission. These guidelines apply to all iOS, iPadOS, and watchOS screenshots.
- ✓Screenshots must reflect the actual app experience — do not show features that don't exist in the current build
- ✓Device frames in screenshots must match or closely represent real Apple hardware — no fictional devices
- ✓Pricing claims and promotional language must comply with Apple's advertising policies
- ✓Screenshots cannot include references to competing platforms or stores (e.g., 'Also on Android')
- ✓Content ratings must be consistent — a 4+ rated app cannot show mature content in screenshots
- ✓App previews (videos) follow separate rules but the first frame must meet screenshot standards
iOS Design Patterns That Convert
iOS users have specific expectations shaped by Apple's design language. Screenshots that feel native to the iOS ecosystem perform better because they align with what users are already accustomed to. ScreenshotWhale's iOS templates incorporate SF Symbols, San Francisco typography, and iOS-native color palettes to create screenshots that feel like a natural extension of the Apple experience. Combined with our AI caption translation and automatic size adaptation, you can go from a single design to a fully localized, multi-device screenshot set in under ten minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What iOS screenshot sizes are required for App Store Connect?
App Store Connect requires screenshots for each device class your app supports. At minimum, you need 6.9" iPhone screenshots (1320 x 2868 px). If your app runs on iPad, you also need 13" iPad Pro screenshots (2048 x 2732 px). Apple uses the largest device size screenshots and scales them down for smaller devices in search results, but providing dedicated sizes for 6.5", 5.5", and other classes gives you full control over how your app appears on every display.
How do I create iPad-specific screenshots that aren't just stretched iPhone versions?
ScreenshotWhale has dedicated iPad templates that account for the wider aspect ratio, larger display area, and unique iPad interactions like Split View and Slide Over. You upload your actual iPad app captures and place them into iPad Pro or iPad Air mockups. The templates use landscape-friendly layouts and larger typography that takes advantage of the additional screen real estate, rather than simply scaling up a phone design.
Do I need separate screenshots for the Apple Watch?
If your app includes a watchOS component, Apple strongly recommends uploading Apple Watch screenshots. They appear in the Watch app's App Store and on the web. You need screenshots for each watch size your app supports — typically 41mm, 45mm, and 49mm (Ultra). ScreenshotWhale provides mockups for all current Apple Watch models so you can showcase your watch app alongside your iPhone and iPad screenshots.
How does ScreenshotWhale handle the Dynamic Island in iPhone screenshots?
Our iPhone 17 Pro and 16 Pro mockups accurately render the Dynamic Island cutout. When you place your app screenshot into the device frame, the Dynamic Island area is handled exactly as it appears on the real device — your app's status bar and content flow around it naturally. This ensures users see a true-to-life representation of how your app looks on their specific iPhone model.
Can I create screenshots for an iOS app that also supports Mac (Catalyst or native)?
Yes. While ScreenshotWhale specializes in mobile device mockups, the screenshots you create for iPhone and iPad can be uploaded to your Mac App Store listing as well — Apple allows this for universal apps. If you need Mac-specific screenshots, you can use our editor to create custom compositions with your Mac app captures placed against styled backgrounds, then export at the resolutions Apple requires for macOS listings.
Whether you're building for iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, or all three, ScreenshotWhale gives you the tools to create App Store screenshots that match the quality Apple users expect. Our platform handles the technical complexity of multiple device sizes, retina resolutions, and localization requirements — so you can focus on showcasing what makes your iOS app worth downloading.
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