Mono Lab

Mono Lab

Experiment in black and white.

20 ratings
15 reviews
#5 in paid Graphics & Design
📷 Photo & Video
🎨 Graphics & Design
$4.99
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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • February 18, 2026
  • July 24, 2026

Features

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Explore creative image manipulation with a focus on black and white effects. This app offers a wide range of tools for distortion, texture, and structural changes, allowing for unique artistic experimentation.

129 black and white filters
Sensor-based filters controlled by device movement
12 dimensional surfaces and 13 lenses for 3D distortion
Interactive filters responding to touch
Raster and vector output options
Save directly to Files
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What's New in Mono Lab

5.0.2

July 24, 2026

MONO LAB 5.0.2 New Filter Set: PHENO (Phenomena) with Quick Fix: Fixed an issue where the app could become unresponsive after trying to view Filter Pack preview screens. // PROJECTS - Your work now lives somewhere. A full project system: every edit is saved as a recipe, automatically. Reopen a project days later and pick up exactly where you left off. Organize projects into folders. Browse everything in a new directory with thumbnails. // UNDO FLATTEN - Baked a filter and regretted it? Step back. The new state record keeps a timeline of everything you've done to an image. //.MONOLAB FILES. Export any project as a single file. Share it, back it up, import it on another device. Your originals, your recipe, your history: all inside. // TEAR TABLE. A new surface tool. Tear your image into pieces like paper (draw the tear lines yourself) then rearrange the scraps into a collage and flatten at full resolution. //COPY BED - Run your image through a machine that was never serviced and move the image while you do. Duplication with degradation. // NEW EDITOR TOOLBAR - The top bar was rebuilt, with a tools drawer that keeps the viewfinder clear. // FINE CONTROL! Every slider now supports fine-precision scrubbing - drag away from the track to slow the scale down. Plus: smoother screen transitions, refined filter defaults across the board, and dozens of small fixes.

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$1.99

Print Set

Unlocks the full Print Set of production-print filters.

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The app has maintained its position at 5 recently.

Last updated on July 27, 2026.

User reviews

bug still there

love the app but the new update said it fixed the store for the filter packs but when i try to open the new filter pack it still says "store unavailable"?

My First App Review

I love this app… I usually don’t purchase stuff on the App Store but after seeing this on an instagram ad I decided to give it a try.. I am very happy with that decision. There are so many different tools to use and experiment with, I always find a new effect to pass the time fudging the numbers with. Thank you for this app.

Side Note: I wish there was a way to use these effects with COLOR! Are there any plans to incorporate that within this app or create a separate app? Thanks
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Dope app and a responsive dev

Very cool app worth every penny! Honestly I think even a bit more money would be super worth it! The developer is extremely responsive, like shockingly helpful actually. He wants to make a great app and literally applied fixes to an issue I had and uploaded the update to Apple same day! Give this a spin you don’t be disappointed.
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Response from developer

Thanks for the feedback. Our adjustments do save, so let's fix this. Two possibilities: 1) The preview is screen-size, but saves re-render at full resolution. Many filters (dots, grain, dither, ASCII) scale with pixels, so they look finer in the saved file than in the viewfinder. But your exposure, contrast, grain, and vignette are all baked in. Use the reduced-resolution export for a save that matches the preview more closely. 2) Adjustments are tied to the selected filter. If you switch filters after adjusting, the sliders reset. So: pick your filter first → adjust → then Save (or Flatten) 3) You can also flatten your image to bake in the adjustments - that locks your filter and edits into the photo so they're actually there when you export/save. Still looks off? Email us (david@allentattoo.com) with the filter name and a preview-vs-save screenshot and we'll help. We'd love the chance to earn a better rating, thanks for trying Mono Lab.

ur excellency

i’m always looking for new ways to demolish, reconstitute and otherwise obliterate images (if that makes sense) and this is a spectacular application for all of the above. well worth every penny
P.S. the Smear capability, along with the other pressure sensitive capacities that come with this app r beautiful, those alone r well worth the price of admission
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Addictive

Amazing app! Love this for quick experimentations and happy accidents. Works great, nice design. Regularly updated with fixes and new features. Also really appreciate it being and one off purchase and not subscription

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FAQ

What is Mono Lab?

Mono Lab is a creative tool designed for experimenting with images in black and white. It offers a variety of filters and distortion tools to create unique visual effects.

What kind of effects can I create with Mono Lab?

You can explore effects like topology drift, mesh warps, fracture effects, misregistration, and controlled instability. The app focuses on structural changes and dimensional distortion.

Does Mono Lab support 3D image manipulation?

Yes, Mono Lab features a 3D Surface Mode where you can map images across 12 surfaces and interpret them through 13 distinct lenses, allowing for dimensional distortion.

How much does Mono Lab cost?

Mono Lab is available for a one-time purchase of $4.99.

What devices is Mono Lab compatible with?

Mono Lab is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

How often is Mono Lab updated?

The latest version, 3.0, was released on March 25, 2026, indicating recent development activity.

Does Mono Lab have ads?

No, Mono Lab does not contain advertisements.

What is the age rating for Mono Lab?

Mono Lab has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.