# dot ART - Mosaic Effects App — 8 bit Dot Photo / Video Editor

> Photo and video editor for creating mosaic, dot, halftone, and pop art effects. (iPhone/iPad app by TAIKI HIRATA.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dot-art-mosaic-effects-app/id916523675 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [TAIKI HIRATA](https://appshunter.io/developer/719880632)
- Category: Photo & Video, Graphics & Design
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 2.00/5 from 6 App Store ratings · 21 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.0 · 4 MB
- Languages: American English, Japanese
- Released: 2014-09-18
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dot-art-mosaic-effects-app/id916523675/reviews.md

## What is dot ART?

"dot ART" is Art Photo / Movie Editor application that allows you to create "Dot Image / Video", "Mosaic Picture" and "Pop Art" Effects Image and Movie from camera, photographs ,illustrations and videos easily.

You will be able to create "Dot Art Illustration and Movie" that made of round colorful dots, and "Pop Art Effects Illustration and Movie" from your photo,  illustration and video by using Art Editor app "dot ART".

If you enjoyed by this App, I'm glad.


■Illustration / Movie list that you can create and edit by using "dot ART".

1.Mosaic Art
Create and edit "Mosaic Art Effects Pictures and Movies", and save it.
you can also create 8 bit game style by reducing color level.

2.Dot Art
Create and edit "Dot Art Effects Images and Movies" that made of round colorful dots, and save it.
You can choose background color from black and white.
＊Add-on is required in order to save white background.

3.Halftone Style
Create and edit "Halftone Effects Images and Movies" that dot size is changed by hue, and save it.
You can choose background color from black and white.
＊Add-on is required in order to save "halftone effects".

4.Pop Art Style
Create and edit "Pop Art Effects Illustrations and Videos", and save it.
You can create "Pop Art Effects Illustration and Videos" by reducing color level.
＊Add-on is required in order to save "Pop Art Effects".


■How to Edit

1. Select image or video you want to edit from "Camera" Button.

2. When Image or video was displayed, select type and adjust  to the desired by Sliders.
＊If you want to save type "3〜9" , you need to purchase Add-on.

3. When you touch "Save" Button, current image or video will be saved in "Camera Roll".


■About In-app Advertising
Banner Advertising is displayed in Home Screen.
Full Screen Advertising will be displayed, after you have saved the picture.
You can hide these Advertising by purchasing "Additional Function Add-on".

## Key features

- Mosaic art effects
- Dot art creation
- Halftone style effects
- Pop art style filters
- Adjustable sliders for effects
- Save edited images and videos

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Additional Functions | $0.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 21)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dot-art-mosaic-effects-app/id916523675/reviews.md

### 5/5 — マジでありがとう！！！！

*2024-12-07*

DSで撮った映像っぽくなる！ずっと探してた！！今まで撮った動画をコマ撮りでスクショしてドット絵コンバータ通してたからマジで嬉しい！！！消さないで！！！！

### 5/5 — Nice app

*2019-10-05*

I really like the app and was so happy to see the developer updated it for iOS 13.  Don’t believe the bad reviews - try it for yourself - this is a cool app.

### 1/5 — It’s just straight up boring....

*2019-08-17*

As I said in title it’s boring as hell like ppl might think o it’s dot to dot puzzles cool then once they get it you just take a pic then u just change the photo to dots!!!! So don’t get this if you want a dot to dot puzzle!!! 😡😢😡😢😡😢😡🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬

### 1/5 — no thanks.

*2018-10-15*

pay to save?? uninstalling.

### 2/5 — ドットの数を書いてほしい

*2018-03-09*

シークバーの部分に今のドットが縦横どれくらいなのか書いてほしい

### 5/5 — Good

*2018-01-14, version 1.5.1*

Things that I love it is absolutely about 8-bits and this save my dream!

### 4/5 — good

*2017-09-25*

低評価レビューが多いですが、私は良いと思います。
買う前に無料で試せるのは非常に便利です。
ただ、アップデートができないので-1です。

### 1/5 — 全然ダメ

*2017-08-15*

無料版も使えない。ほとんど使えない。ダウンロードするだけ無駄

### 5/5 — Do what I asked for

*2017-06-26*

I was searching for hours trying to find a good app to pixelate my photos for free and this app asked what I wanted.

### 1/5 — 有料かってみたけど

*2017-03-19*

これって、場所指定できないのね。
イメージ映像は背景が白だからモザイク範囲指定できるように見えるけど、画面全体のモザイクしかできない。
はっきりいってそれでは使い物にならないかな( ᵕ_ᵕ̩̩ )

## Frequently asked questions about dot ART

### What kind of art styles can I create with dot ART?

dot ART allows you to create Mosaic Art, Dot Art, Halftone Style, and Pop Art effects for both images and videos. You can also achieve an 8-bit game style by reducing the color level in the mosaic effect.

### How do I edit photos and videos in dot ART?

To edit, select your image or video from the Camera button. Once displayed, choose your desired effect type and adjust it using the provided sliders. The app is available on iPhone and iPad.

### Are there any in-app purchases required for dot ART?

Yes, an add-on is required to save certain effects like halftone and pop art, as well as to save with a white background for dot and halftone styles. Purchasing the 'Additional Function Add-on' can also hide in-app advertising.

### What is the rating and age appropriateness of dot ART?

dot ART has a rating of 2.0 stars from 6 ratings. It is considered appropriate for users aged 4 and older.

### How often is dot ART updated?

The latest version of dot ART is 2.4, and it was last updated on September 4, 2025. This indicates a relatively active development cycle.

### Does dot ART display advertisements?

Yes, dot ART displays banner advertising on the Home Screen and full-screen advertising after saving a picture. These ads can be removed by purchasing an 'Additional Function Add-on'.

### What devices is dot ART compatible with?

dot ART is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, making it accessible to a wide range of Apple users.

### What is the price of dot ART?

dot ART is available for free. However, certain features and the removal of ads require in-app purchases.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.4 — 2025-09-04

Supported iOS18.

### 2.3 — 2023-04-20

・Supported iOS16.

### 2.2 — 2021-09-26

Support iOS15.

### 2.1.2 — 2021-07-27

Updated advertising SDK.

### 2.1.1 — 2020-12-19

Updated advertising SDK.

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