# Photo Loupe Free

> Virtual magnifying glass for detailed photo inspection on iOS devices. (iPhone/iPad app by Piet Jonas.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-loupe-free/id508853904 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Piet Jonas](https://appshunter.io/developer/288060167)
- Category: Photo & Video, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 2.60/5 from 5 App Store ratings · 30 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 5.1.1 · 9 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-03-29
- Data updated: 2026-09-07
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-loupe-free/id508853904/reviews.md

## What is Photo Loupe Free?

Enlarge your photos with this virtual magnifying glass. Tap and move your finger over the photo to quickly check every detail like the sharpness or hidden elements.

Features:
- open photos from any album (upgrade required)
- have a floating loupe or dock it to the corner
- different loupe scales
- change the size of the loupe with a two finger pinch
- support for the iPhone 6 and 6+
- support for the iPad multitasking (split view..)


The icon is based on photo by Johan J.Ingles-Le Nobel

## Key features

- Virtual magnifying glass
- Enlarge photos for detail inspection
- Floating or docked loupe options
- Adjustable loupe size and scale
- Support for iPhone 6/6+ and iPad multitasking

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Photo Loupe Upgrade | $0.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 30)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-loupe-free/id508853904/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Free app but want you to purchase an upgraded version

*2019-09-25, version 1.2.0*

I just down loaded this app, tried to use it on one of my pictures and it want me to make a purchase to view my own pictures.. thanks but no thanks.. stop showing it’s a free app thanks

### 1/5 — Bad! Don’t get it

*2019-09-08, version 1.2.0*

You can’t use it unless you upgrade. Once you upgrade it’s just like enlarging the picture, which makes it look worse due to the bad pixels. Waste of money and the advertising is actually quite deceiving. I will try to get a refund as this app is so bad !

### 1/5 — Bait and Switch

*2019-05-09, version 1.2.0*

No mention that you have to buy the upgrade to loop photos.  Let’s you download; then, when trying to use with a photo, demands you buy the upgrade.  Seems like a gorilla marketing tactic.

### 1/5 — Not Free!

*2018-09-06*

Not free as stated. Before you can use it on your photos you need to pay for an upgrade. Shouldn’t be advertised as free.

### 1/5 — Lixo 😤

*2018-07-10, version 1.2.0*

Lixo puro! Fala que é de graça, mas depois de baixar não permite visualizar fotos, só se comprar a versão pro 😤

### 1/5 — Do not get it

*2018-04-19, version 1.2.0*

This is waste of time

### 1/5 — De la grosse mèrde. A éviter.

*2018-02-08*

Loupe bidon qui ne sert que pour l’image intégrer à L’Appli. 
De plus payant et non mentionnée. 
Bravo Apple

### 1/5 — Scam, don't download

*2016-02-24, version 1.1.0*

Forces you to buy the upgrade! Won't allow you to do anything with this app unless you do. Horrible. This app is ****

### 1/5 — Loup

*2015-04-22*

Says this app is free so I downloaded it and found that it doesn't do a thing. Just comes up with 1 photo that you can look at and move the magnifier around but when you go to open up one of your own photos to look at it tells you you need to purchase an upgrade. Doesn't even tell you what the cost is.

### 1/5 — Stinks

*2015-03-03, version 1.1.0*

Useless don't buy the paid version it don't work

## Frequently asked questions about Photo Loupe Free

### How does Photo Loupe Free work?

Photo Loupe Free acts as a virtual magnifying glass. You can tap and move your finger over a photo to enlarge specific areas, allowing you to check details like sharpness or discover hidden elements.

### Can I open photos from any album with Photo Loupe Free?

The ability to open photos from any album requires an upgrade. The free version may have limitations on photo sources.

### What loupe options are available in Photo Loupe Free?

You can choose to have a floating loupe that moves with your finger, or dock it to a corner of the screen. The size of the loupe can also be adjusted using a two-finger pinch gesture.

### What devices does Photo Loupe Free support?

Photo Loupe Free supports iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It specifically mentions support for iPhone 6 and 6+ and iPad multitasking features like split view.

### What is the age rating for Photo Loupe Free?

Photo Loupe Free has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### How often is Photo Loupe Free updated?

The app was last updated on February 26, 2016, with version 1.2.0. This indicates infrequent updates in recent years.

### What is the user sentiment for Photo Loupe Free?

Based on the provided data, Photo Loupe Free has a rating of 2.0 stars from 4 ratings. This suggests a generally negative user sentiment.

### Is Photo Loupe Free available for free?

Yes, Photo Loupe Free is available for free. However, certain features, such as opening photos from any album, require an in-app purchase.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.2.0 — 2016-02-26

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

- different loupe scales
- support for the iPad multitasking (split view..)
- bug fixes

### 1.1.0 — 2014-10-15

- support for the iPhone 6 and 6+
- enhanced for iOS 8

### 1.0.2 — 2014-04-13

- enhanced for iOS7

### 1.0.1 — 2012-11-29

- support for iOS6 and the iPhone 5

### 1.0.0 — 2012-03-29

No release notes.

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