# Pola - Swipe Filter Effects — Retro, vintage, classic looks

> Randomly applies vintage and classic filters to photos for unique artistic looks. (iPhone/iPad app by Joseph Kim.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pola-swipe-filter-effects/id1585109800 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Joseph Kim](https://appshunter.io/developer/1529508207)
- Category: Photo & Video, Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.1 · 16 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2021-10-07
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pola-swipe-filter-effects/id1585109800/reviews.md

## What is Pola?

Make your photos look effortlessly cool, artistic, and authentic without the hassle of fine tune editing. Pola generates random combinations of filter settings to present you with endless interpretations of your photos. Simply swipe right to save an image if it passes the vibe check, or swipe left to toss. Pola randomly tweaks retro, vintage, and classic looks for a completely unique image.

Up your visual documentation game by curating a highly personalized gallery. Compile your saved images as a beautifully aesthetic wall full of your authentic moments with minimal effort. View and look back on your moments in a slideshow fashion.

PRO VERSION

Pola offers the following subscription option:

Pola Pro - $1.99/month for unlimited swipes

Cancel anytime. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at the confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscription by going to your account settings on the App Store after purchase. Prices may vary depending on your country of residence and may be converted to your local currency. This subscription can be shared by everyone in a family group.

Terms of use: https://josephkimdesign.com/pola-terms-of-use

Privacy Policy: https://josephkimdesign.com/pola-privacy-policy

## Key features

- Random filter generation
- Swipe to save or discard
- Curate personalized galleries
- Aesthetic wall creation
- Slideshow viewing
- Retro, vintage, classic styles

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pola Pro | $1.99 | per month |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pola-swipe-filter-effects/id1585109800/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Awesome app!

*2021-10-23*

This app gives me new ideas for filters that I did not realize before! Definitely recommend!

## Frequently asked questions about Pola

### How does Pola create unique photo looks?

Pola generates random combinations of filter settings to create endless interpretations of your photos. It specifically tweaks retro, vintage, and classic looks for a completely unique image without manual fine-tuning.

### What are the subscription options for Pola Pro?

Pola Pro offers unlimited swipes for $1.99 per month. This subscription can be shared by everyone in a family group and automatically renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the current period ends.

### Can I cancel my Pola Pro subscription?

Yes, you can cancel your subscription anytime. You can manage and cancel your subscription by going to your account settings on the App Store after purchase. Payment is charged to your Apple ID.

### What devices is Pola available on?

Pola is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is designed for iOS devices.

### What is the age rating for Pola?

Pola has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for children and general audiences.

### How often is Pola updated?

The latest version, 1.2.0, was released on October 29, 2021. The app was initially released on October 7, 2021.

### What do users like about Pola?

Users appreciate the app's ability to create cool, artistic, and authentic photos effortlessly with random filter combinations. The ease of curating a personalized gallery is also a key highlight.

### Does Pola have ads?

No, Pola does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and use, with an optional subscription for unlimited swipes.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.2.0 — 2021-10-29

- Quick Action Buttons - sort through your images faster
- UI visual improvements

### 1.1.0 — 2021-10-08

- Gallery Views - slide through your images

### 1.0.1 — 2021-10-07

- Level up your game with new filters

### 1.0 — 2021-09-17

No release notes.

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-10.*