10 Best Apps Like Portrait Video for iPhone (2026)

blur video background focus ai by Sounak Sarkar

Portrait video maker & editor

Editor's Choice

📷 Photo & Video

4.2(61 ratings)

FreeAdsIn-App Purchases

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Create cinematic videos with a portrait effect, blurring backgrounds to focus on your subject. Offers real-time previews and high-quality export without compression. Enhance your videos with an artistic touch.

REC - Pro Video Camera by LateNiteSoft S.L.

Cinematic Film Recording

Strong Contender

📷 Photo & Video

3.8😐(70 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

This app offers advanced video and audio controls for professional-quality recordings. It provides extensive camera settings, stabilization, resolutions, frame rates, and audio options. Features like timecode synchronization and intuitive manual controls help creators achieve precise results.

What We Love

👍 High quality video recording
👍 Professional results for educators
👍 Reliable and feature-rich
👍 Simple and intuitive UI
👍 In-app storage for videos
👍 Excellent timecode integration
👍 Good manual controls
👍 Dolby Vision support
👍 Mic selection options
👍 Lock WB/Exposure on Record
👍 Replaced Filmic Pro for some users
👍 Seamless integration with Camera+
👍 Good for syncing multiple iPhones

Room to Improve

🐛 Audio issues (no audio, hiss)
🐛 App crashes (ProRes, audio interface)
🐛 Video not saving/lost footage
🐛 Freezing/lagging during recording
🐛 Stabilization issues
🐛 Battery drain
🐛 No zoom function (initially)
🐛 Incompatible with iPad
🐛 Shady developer practices (past issues)
🐛 Overheating phone
🐛 Black screen on iOS 16
🐛 Poor external mic support (Bluetooth, USB)
🐛 Footage saved as 'other system data'
🐛 Limited bitrate and resolution options
🐛 No focus peaking or zebra stripes
🐛 4K 60fps issues (missing, DV)
🐛 Flickering video with autofocus
🐛 No instructions or tutorials
🐛 Can't delete recordings
🐛 No Apple Watch companion app
🐛 No 59.94p frame rate support
🐛 No log profile or LUT options (initially)
🐛 No focus loop or false colors
🐛 No manual for features
🐛 No flash during video recording
🐛 Gallery issues (app goes crazy)
🐛 Can't monitor audio with EarPods
🐛 No manual audio adjustment for mic

cinematic video portrait blur by Sounak Sarkar

Add blurr effect to video

Worth Considering

📷 Photo & Video

4.5(16 ratings)

FreeAdsIn-App Purchases

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Easily create professional-quality portrait videos with a background blur effect. This tool is designed for content creators and casual users alike to enhance their videos with a cinematic look, similar to high-end smartphone features. Unlock advanced features and remove ads with a premium subscription.