# Afterlight: Video Editor — user reviews > 49 indexed App Store user reviews of Afterlight by Afterlight Collective, Inc, rated 4.60/5 from 167 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/afterlight-video-editor/id1622663208/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/afterlight-video-editor/id1622663208.md - Rating breakdown: 5★ 138 · 4★ 8 · 3★ 10 · 2★ 5 · 1★ 6 ## What do users think of Afterlight? Overall sentiment: positive **Pros** - ✨ Great vintage effects - 👍 Easy to use interface - 🌟 Good for quick edits - 🎬 Film effects and presets - 🎨 Interesting and fun colors - 🚀 Smooth transitions - 💯 Makes videos look cooler - 👌 Good for TikTok and Instagram **Cons** - 📉 Videos darken on export - ⏳ App not updated in years - 🎦 Lacks many features **Commonly reported bugs** - Exporting darkens videos - Videos darken when uploaded to Instagram Stories **Most requested features** - Add more filters & presets - Add more vintage effect variations - Add text adding features - Add 4K export at 60fps - Revamp the whole system - Add more transition options ## Newest reviews (14 of 49) ### 5/5 — Fun *2023-09-22* Super fun and interesting colors. Love the options **Developer response:** Thanks so much for your review! :) ### 5/5 — So good *2023-09-07* The transitions are smooth and easy, the film presets give my clips a cinematic touch, and the vintage effects add a nostalgic charm. With film overlays to top it off, my videos have never looked better! **Developer response:** Really great to hear this! Thanks so much for leaving a review :) ### 5/5 — Love it *2023-09-07, version 1.1.1* I'm hooked on the presets! ### 5/5 — Afterlight *2023-09-06* If you want to level up your video editing game, this is it! Love Afterlight for both photos and videos **Developer response:** Thanks so much for your review and support! :) ### 5/5 — Coooool *2023-09-06, version 1.1.1* Love the effects in this app my videos look so much cooler now! ### 5/5 — Great effects *2023-09-05* I've tried several video editing apps, but this one has the best effects I've seen. It's perfect for adding a touch of magic to my videos. **Developer response:** Thanks so much for your review! Happy you're enjoying the effects :) ### 5/5 — Love *2023-09-03, version 1.1.1* The best aesthetics! ### 5/5 — Perfect *2023-09-03* I've tried several editing apps, but this one has become my favorite. **Developer response:** So happy to hear it! Thanks for leaving a review :) ### 5/5 — A lot of fun *2023-09-03, version 1.1.1* Having a blast with the film effects. ### 5/5 — Can't get enough! *2023-09-02* I can't get enough of this video editing app! The variety of vintage effects, film effects, and film overlays available here is simply mind-blowing. It's like having a treasure trove of creativity at my fingertips, and my videos have never looked better. **Developer response:** Thanks so much for your review! We're so happy you're having fun with the app :) ### 5/5 — Transitions *2023-09-02* Finally found an app with transitions that are simple! It's easy to switch things up and keep my videos fresh. **Developer response:** Thanks so much for your review :) ### 5/5 — FIlm effects *2023-09-01* The film effects are so good, love the create possibilities **Developer response:** Thanks so much for your review! :) ### 5/5 — Good transitions *2023-08-27, version 1.1.1* Love the easy-to-use clip transitions perfect for quick edits. ### 5/5 — 👍 *2023-08-24* Makes my videos look gooooood, and the free version is just enough for me **Developer response:** So happy to hear it! Thanks for your review :) ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 2/5 — Left behind *2026-01-19, version 1.1.1* I LOVE the Afterlight PHOTO editing app!! Thought this video app would be great too but it’s lacking soooo much. It hasn’t been updated in over 2 years! Really sucks! Wish that the photo app just allowed video import and id be happy. They literally make by far the best film photo editing but then fall so flat with the video side of things :// ### 2/5 — Dark Video *2025-07-13* Exporting from this app darkens any video you edit. No settings to fix this. ### 3/5 — Djakisndnfjjenwndnc *2025-04-27, version 1.1.1* Xddjejejfjfjiwjejf he ### 3/5 — Add 4K export *2024-09-29* For a paid subscription - I should be able to save and download at least 60fps at 4K. There really is no point to editing a video together and then exporting a lower quality version. Other editing apps have this feature. It’s frustrating that there are no export options. ### 3/5 — Instagram Stories darkens edited video *2023-09-21* This needs fixed ASAP. Any uploads to instagram stories seem to darken the video with a filter. Otherwise 5 stars **Developer response:** We're so sorry this is happening when uploading to Instagram Stories! We'd love to take a look at this further, please drop us an email to hello@afterlight.co with your device, version of iOS and any other info. Thanks! ### 4/5 — 🔥🔥🔥 *2023-08-27, version 1.1.1* Addictive! The film styles and effects are fire. ### 4/5 — Love all of it *2023-08-21* Digging the variety of film styles. **Developer response:** Thanks for your review! :) ### 4/5 — Loving it *2023-08-14, version 1.1.1* These vintage video film effects are pure magic! Loving the creative possibilities! ### 4/5 — Thumbs up *2023-08-13, version 1.1.1* Great app for mixing clips. Exports come out nice and clear. Thumbs up! 👍🌟 ### 5/5 — Need more Filters & Presets for Afterlight Video *2026-06-20* This app has been very helpful when it comes to editing movies with my Sony a73, hope you guys can add editing tools, filters & presets. Need more updates, don’t leave this app behind **Developer response:** We'd love to hear any suggestions you have for updates! You can contact us here afterlight.co/support or DM on Instagram @afterlight ## Most praised reviews (9 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — Leo *2026-02-21, version 1.1.1* 사랑 ### 5/5 — Add many features (Texts adding etc) *2025-06-06* You guys should revamp the whole system to make this application better. I would give you guys 1/10 star rating for this application at this point. (5 Stars is to motivate you guys) Wake up people. With Kindest Regards-BR ### 5/5 — Need more Filters & Presets for Afterlight Video *2024-08-11, version 1.1.1* This app has been very helpful when it comes to editing movies with my Sony a73, hope you guys can add editing tools, filters & presets. ### 5/5 — Afterlight *2023-11-13* Afterlight for photos is great, which is why I had to try the namesake aimed at moving pictures as soon as it was available! CJSaunders artist at large **Developer response:** Thanks so much for your review! :) ### 5/5 — Great effects but please add more *2023-11-01* The vintage effects are my go-to when I want to add some flair to my videos. They're pretty good, but I'd love it if they added more variations. **Developer response:** Thanks so much for your review! We plan to add more in future updates, so keep an eye out :) ### 5/5 — Great app! *2023-10-25* Afterlight's design makes it a breeze to navigate. It's a keeper, and I can't wait to see what other features they'll add in the future! **Developer response:** Thanks so much for your review, so happy you're enjoying the app! :) ### 5/5 — Great vintage effects *2023-10-25* If you're into that old-school vibe, this app is a must-try! The vintage effects are seamless to apply, and I love how they make my videos stand out. Five stars all the way, baby! **Developer response:** Thanks so much for your review! :) ### 5/5 — My new go-to *2023-10-25* This app has quickly become my go-to for video editing. The various effects allow me to add a personal touch to my videos without any hassle. I especially like the vintage and film effects, which give my clips a classic and professional look. **Developer response:** We're so happy you're having fun with the app! Thanks so much for your review :) ### 5/5 — So good *2023-10-25* Great app for those who want quick and easy editing with a classic touch. The vintage editing options are great **Developer response:** Thanks so much for your review - glad you're enjoying the vintage effects! --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-25.*