# Photo Effects Studio — Photo Filters & AI Tools

> Photo editing app with color effects, filters, drawing, and web image import. (iPhone/iPad app by Alteru Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-effects-studio/id307414806 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Alteru Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/434747758)
- Category: Photo & Video, Entertainment
- Price: Free with in-app purchases (on sale, was $0.99)
- Rating: 2.50/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 21 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 7 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2009-05-03
- Data updated: 2026-08-23
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-effects-studio/id307414806/reviews.md

## What is Photo Effects Studio?

Photo Effects Studio makes photo editing simple, fun, and creative.

Turn everyday pictures into beautiful designs with colorful filters, stylish effects, stickers, frames, text, and drawing tools. Decorate selfies, family photos, travel pictures, pets, food photos, and social media posts in just a few taps.

Add cute stickers, adjust your photo style, write captions, draw freely, and create unique images that are ready to save or share. Whether you want a clean edit, a playful design, or a creative photo makeover, Photo Effects Studio gives you easy tools for every moment.

**Features**

* Photo filters and visual effects
* Fun stickers and decorations
* Text and caption tools
* Drawing and paint tools
* Frames and photo borders
* Easy save and share
* Simple design for all ages

## Key features

- Color balance and hue/saturation tools
- Numerous photo filters
- Drawing toolbox
- Add frames and text
- Grab images from the web
- Special effects like color splash and illusion

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Photo Effects Studio Ads Free | $0.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 21)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-effects-studio/id307414806/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Pretty Good

*2015-11-21*

This app is great for simple photo editing on the go, my only problem is the way the draw tool is set up, because there's no eyedropper, and brush size resets whenever you change colour

### 1/5 — Don,t buy this

*2012-10-20, version 2.6*

It did not open the contents when I loaded picture. Nothing came up could not close off picture it was a waste of money needs fixed 
Will report this to maker as this is the first app I have had problem with downloading so it has a issue with it and should be free until they sort it
By maratara8

### 4/5 — Pretty cool

*2012-10-14*

It has some neat effects. It has not lock up once with this new version. Keep up the good work!!

### 1/5 — HORRIBLE

*2011-08-18*

It works but adding text doesn't work and some picture effects don't work.

### 1/5 — Crashed!

*2011-07-30*

Crashed first time & hasn't worked since. I wasted my money on this one.

### 1/5 — sukks/:

*2011-07-21*

dont  wastee yuur  moneey it suks!

### 1/5 — I hate it

*2011-02-20*

You can't write on the picture ; & my effects won't load !

### 4/5 — Witzige Möglichkeiten...

*2011-01-20*

...gibt es da.Es macht Spaß und die paar Cent sind kein rausgeschmissenes Geld.

### 5/5 — OSSIM!

*2010-10-10*

I love this app! It will edit any picture I have! :D :D :D

### 1/5 — Sucky

*2010-08-16*

Dude this app is frikin stupid!!! Its slow doesnt work on certain things and is crappy!!!

## Frequently asked questions about Photo Effects Studio

### What is Photo Effects Studio?

Photo Effects Studio is a photo editing application that allows users to apply a wide range of special color effects, filters, and drawing tools to their images. It also supports grabbing images directly from the web for editing.

### What kind of color tools does Photo Effects Studio offer?

The app provides various color tools including color balance, hue and saturation adjustments, colorize, brightness/contrast controls, and more. It also supports specific effects like color splash and gray color effects.

### Can I draw on my photos with Photo Effects Studio?

Yes, Photo Effects Studio includes a drawing toolbox that allows you to draw directly on your photos. You can also add text descriptions to your images.

### Does Photo Effects Studio support iPad?

Yes, Photo Effects Studio supports native iPad apps, offering full width and height compatibility. It is also available for iPhone and iPod.

### How much does Photo Effects Studio cost?

Photo Effects Studio is a paid application, priced at $0.99. There are no in-app purchases mentioned.

### What is the age rating for Photo Effects Studio?

Photo Effects Studio has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. The app was first released in 2009 and last updated in March 2021.

### What are some of the special effects available in Photo Effects Studio?

Photo Effects Studio offers a variety of special effects such as Illusion, Color enhancement, Fractal Trace, Tile Seamless, Edge Filter, Ripple, Wave, Invert, Emboss, Cartoon, and Whirl and Pinch.

### What is the user feedback on Photo Effects Studio?

Based on the provided data, Photo Effects Studio has a rating of 2.5 stars from 2 ratings. This suggests mixed user sentiment.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 6.1 — 2026-04-28

Total remake of the app

### 6.0 — 2021-03-01

apply effect to the whole image

### 3.5 — 2018-12-21

New Compilation with newest iOS API
Fixed popup windows issue in iPad

### 3.4 — 2015-11-21

Update for iPad Pro

### 3.3 — 2014-11-06

iPad2 compatibility fix

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