# Filters Lab - Photo Effects — Picture Editor & Image Retouch

> Free photo editor with AI tools, filters, object removal, and sky replacement. (iPhone/iPad app by Lucia Cigada.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/filters-lab-photo-effects/id731893136 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Lucia Cigada](https://appshunter.io/developer/1687485818)
- Category: Photo & Video, Social Networking
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.30/5 from 123 App Store ratings · 187 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 285 MB
- Languages: American English, Arabic, French (France), German (Germany), Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, European Portuguese and 5 more
- Released: 2013-11-05
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/filters-lab-photo-effects/id731893136/reviews.md

## What is Filters Lab?

Welcome to Filter Lab! Your all-in-one editor photo editing app that's free and easy to use. 
Want to make your photos look awesome and stand out on social media? You're in the right place!

Why Use Filter Lab?

COOL FILTERS
Filters make everything better, right? We have lots of them! Change your photo's mood with just one tap.

QUICK FIXES WITH AI
Our smart tech can make your photos look professional in an tap. Choose from options like Portrait, Film, or Refreshing to get the look you want.

REMOVE WHAT YOU DON'T WANT
Got something in the photo you don't like? Just tap on it to remove it. Yes, it's that simple!

EDIT LIKE A PRO, EASILY
Use our smart tools to focus on faces, backgrounds, and more. Adjust lighting and get rid of any small flaws.

AWESOME SKIES
Not happy with the sky in your picture? Swap it out for a new one with just a tap!

So why wait? Start making amazing photos today with Filter Lab. It’s fun, simple, and free!

## Key features

- Extensive collection of cool filters
- AI-powered quick fixes (Portrait, Film, Refreshing)
- One-tap object removal
- Smart tools for focus and adjustments
- Replace skies with new ones
- Easy-to-use interface

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Stop Ads Forever | $2.99 | one-time |
| No Watemarks | $9.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Filters Lab?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 😊 Fun and entertaining
- 💡 Allows adding speech bubbles to photos
- 🤩 Great for creating comic-style images

**Cons**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes or freezes
- 💸 Ads can be intrusive
- 🔍 Limited features or customization options
- 🔍 Watermark on exported images

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes when trying to open new project
- Resizing bubbles is inconsistent or difficult
- Exported images are blurry or low quality

**Most requested features**

- More bubble styles and fonts
- Ability to add multiple bubbles per image
- Thought bubbles or other caption types
- Sharing options beyond just saving to camera roll

## Recent user reviews (10 of 187)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/filters-lab-photo-effects/id731893136/reviews.md

### 1/5 — The App Is Amazing And So Cool

*2025-01-20, version 2.0*

I Like This App Because You Get To Do The Dust And The Fading On Your Photo On The App And Then You Can See Your Own Crazy Creation

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work

*2024-08-07, version 2.0*

I downloaded this filter lab app, each time I click on “New Project” it takes me to my photos and no matter which photo or video I select it will take me out of the app and on to my Home Screen. I’m on an IPhone 15 Pro, with a lot of memory to spare. I’m on the last ISO 17.6, so it’s not my phone. Waste of time.

### 5/5 — Muy buena

*2022-12-18, version 1.6*

Excelente y entretenida

### 4/5 — Fun to use

*2020-08-20*

Are use it quite frequently and it is a lot of fun… I wish it was a little bit more flexible in the placement of the bubbles but that is a small complaint

### 4/5 — Both fun and useful

*2020-07-08, version 1.6*

Great fun for annoting photos of people and animals. Also useful for annoting a map screen shot to send directions to people. Would give 5* but it's a bit limited in features.

### 4/5 — Just joined now, sadly.

*2019-11-05*

I just got this app. I selected a photo of my two girls, and it would only let me text in one balloon over my daughters head...

I WAS SO UPSET THAT IT WOULD NOT LET ME PUT ANOTHER COMMENT REPLY OVER MY OTHER GIRLS HEAD !!    Just took all the fun out of it....can anyone help me here! Did i miss something???

### 4/5 — Enjoy using it.

*2019-05-23*

The app is simple to use. The add that pops up can be deleted quickly (which I much appreciate, since some adds on games last as long as 30 seconds or more.)
If you like to make comments in photos by using cartoon balloons, this is a good one.

### 5/5 — Great App

*2018-10-16*

We love it. Great and fun app.

### 1/5 — What u can’t see others

*2017-12-31*

Why can’t u see other people is it just for pics because u can’t see it on the app and other peeps pls change that

### 4/5 — Artimus Maximus REVIEW

*2017-12-22, version 1.6*

Very nice app!
If you have a creative imagination! This will be fun for you!
Takes a little work to get the feel of the dynamics!
But very fun results!

## Frequently asked questions about Filters Lab

### What does Filters Lab do?

Filters Lab is a free and easy-to-use photo editing application designed to make your pictures look awesome. It offers a variety of filters, AI-powered quick fixes, object removal, and tools to adjust lighting and focus, allowing you to retouch images like a professional.

### What are the key features of Filters Lab?

Key features include a vast collection of cool filters to change photo mood, AI-powered quick fixes for professional looks, simple one-tap object removal, smart tools for editing faces and backgrounds, and the ability to replace skies with new ones.

### Is Filters Lab free to use?

Yes, Filters Lab is free to download and use. The application offers a free experience with in-app purchases, allowing users to access additional features or content if they choose.

### Who is Filters Lab for?

This app is ideal for anyone who wants to make their photos stand out, especially on social media. It's designed for users who want professional-looking edits without a steep learning curve, making it suitable for both beginners and casual photographers.

### Can I remove unwanted objects from my photos with this app?

Absolutely. Filters Lab features a simple one-tap object removal tool. If there's something in your photo you don't like, you can just tap on it, and the app will remove it for you, making your editing process straightforward.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0 — 2023-09-18

New amazing filters and effects!

### 1.6 — 2015-12-17

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Minor bug fixes

### 1.5 — 2015-10-26

Thanks for using Photo Comic Bubbles! To make our app better for you, we bring updates to the App Store frequently. You can update the app automatically (without checking back here) by going to Settings > iTunes & App Store > Automatic Downloads and turning on Updates.

### 1.4 — 2015-07-25

Minor bug fix ...

### 1.3 — 2015-05-08

Bug fixes

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All apps by Lucia Cigada: https://appshunter.io/developer/1687485818

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