# True VHS - 90s Vintage camera — Aesthetic glitch vhs cam > Vintage VHS camera effects for aesthetic video and photo editing. (iPhone/iPad app by Artem Chirgadze.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/true-vhs-90s-vintage-camera/id1542458343 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Artem Chirgadze](https://appshunter.io/developer/1450106582) - Category: Photo & Video, Graphics & Design - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 4.40/5 from 3,367 App Store ratings · 382 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 11.0 · 81 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2020-12-07 - Data updated: 2026-08-29 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/true-vhs-90s-vintage-camera/id1542458343/reviews.md ## What is True VHS? The most aesthetic and impressive video editor on a smartphone at the moment. This app transforms your smartphone into something more - now it's an old VHS camera with effects for videos and photos! Each filter has been recreated using the original recording technology on old cassette cameras: A unique vintage effect is achieved through color compression and signal noise emulation with repeated re-recording. Variety of effects: video filters for every taste. You can choose from many different options: glitch video processing and conventional VHS cam, 8mm cam and film with effects, as well as many other filters for photos and videos. Of course, we have included the already familiar RGB filter, distortion and the PLAY SP inscription on top of the frame in this list. Customize the editor for yourself: shooting in any size (4:3 16:9 1:1) any date on the photo, timer: each filter is unique - never before has photo processing been so exciting. Ability to import from device 90s style filter can be applied to footage already taken: upload videos directly from the gallery and apply retro filters to them Audio also becomes like on a retro camera! The audio track goes through a quality compression algorithm, complementing the vintage effect of the main editor and transporting you back to 1998. Portrait shooting mode. The photo editing opens from the other side: of course, the old VHS cameras also need to be improved. Therefore, you can rotate your device and the video will already be shot in a vertical format! Selfies were also invented after the VHS era, but now you can safely apply glitch effects to the front cam. Full immersion in the era of the 80s: noise and glitch effects will intensify, as if your film is spoiled, if you shake your device vigorously - of course, there is a working magnetic mechanism inside - the frame will move up and down. By the way, a vintage optical zoom mechanism will now be installed on your modern camera: now nothing will show that you are shooting not on old film, but on a modern fx app. Finally, you have full customization of filters in your hands: change the color and contrast, the amount of noise and compression. Film camera now with state-of-the-art color correction. You choose what to turn your device into today: a polaroid or a retro home camera. ## Key features - Authentic VHS filter recreation - Glitch and 8mm cam effects - Customizable aspect ratios and dates - Retro audio compression - Portrait shooting mode - Shake-to-distort effect ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **Subscriptions** | Subscription | Price | Period | | --- | --- | --- | | Pro version monthly | $9.99 | per month | | Pro version weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days | ## What do users think of True VHS? Overall sentiment: mixed **Pros** - 🚀 Authentic VHS look - 👍 Customizable filters and effects - 💡 Ability to import videos - 🎨 Great for analog horror and nostalgia **Cons** - 💰 Expensive subscription model - 🐛 Audio issues and recording bugs - 🔒 Locked features behind paywall - 🗓️ Date range limited to 2020 **Commonly reported bugs** - Videos not saving to camera roll - App crashing and freezing - Imported videos playing upside down **Most requested features** - Remove subscription, offer one-time purchase - Improve audio recording and import functionality - Extend date range beyond 2020 - Allow removing watermark ## Recent user reviews (10 of 382) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/true-vhs-90s-vintage-camera/id1542458343/reviews.md ### 5/5 — This app is great and and I love it but… *2026-08-22, version 1.983* The app has one thing that I absolutely hate, why is the pro version behind a weekly/monthly pay wall? There should honestly be a one time purchase for the full thing and sure make it more expensive I don’t care but putting an app like this under a $10 a month subscription just isn’t the best way in my opinion. I like this app more than Rarevision pro except for the fact Rarevision is a one time payment. Why can’t this just be a one time payment? Developers if you’re reading this your app is super good and I absolutely love it but please make it a one time payment. Also another suggestion please add pausing when recording. ### 2/5 — Audio doesn’t work *2026-08-17, version 1.983* This app worked forever and was amazing. However since a few months ago, no footage recorded on this app records accompanying audio (yes I have microphone enabled). I’ve had this app forever and I remember when it did record sound no issue. I’m not super familiar with how app coding works but I’m fairly certain this is a glitch, a very detrimental one at that. I don’t know if there’s app developers read or see reviews but please investigate the sound issue here! I love this app and just wish it worked again. ### 4/5 — Audio? *2026-08-13, version 1.983* This would be good if i could hear the audio in the videos i make, BUT, overall its a good one. ### 4/5 — No audio *2026-08-06, version 1.983* The app is very good but sadly the audio doesn’t work ### 4/5 — One problem is… *2026-08-05, version 1.983* It can’t pick up audio ### 5/5 — Idk *2026-07-24, version 1.983* Amazing app, honestly, but I think you guys should add a function to change the time instead of only the date, that would be awesome, please consider ### 5/5 — Love it but one problem *2026-07-12, version 1.983* I love it but the audio dosent work anymore plz fix it ### 1/5 — Charge a subscription *2026-06-28, version 1.983* I gave this a 1 one star because is insane how I got charged for a subscription I didn’t want it, so on June 22 I got a free three day trial to try it out, I did and everything was fine I cancel no problem until today on June 28 I got charged for a week subscription somehow?? Like what?? How did that happen and also it says my subscription ends in July 1, that dosent count as a week subscription ether way!! You scammers!!! Be careful if you get a free trial here!!!! ### 5/5 — This app is great and and I love it but… *2026-06-24, version 1.983* The app has one thing that I absolutely hate, why is the pro version behind a weekly/monthly pay wall? There should honestly be a one time purchase for the full thing and sure make it more expensive I don’t care but putting an app like this under a $10 a month subscription just isn’t the best way in my opinion. I like this app more than Rarevision pro except for the fact Rarevision is a one time payment. Why can’t this just be a one time payment? Developers if you’re reading this your app is super good and I absolutely love it but please make it a one time payment. ### 4/5 — Best VHS app ever *2026-06-10, version 1.983* Probably more accurate than NTSC-RS!!! ## Frequently asked questions about True VHS ### What does True VHS do? This app transforms your smartphone into an old VHS camera, applying authentic vintage effects to your videos and photos. It recreates the look and feel of 90s cassette cameras through color compression and signal noise emulation. ### What kind of effects are available? The app offers a variety of effects including conventional VHS cam, 8mm cam, film effects, glitch video processing, RGB filters, distortion, and the 'PLAY SP' inscription. Audio also receives a retro compression treatment. ### Can I import existing videos and photos? Yes, you can import footage directly from your device's gallery. This allows you to apply the 90s style filters and retro effects to videos and photos you've already taken. ### How can I customize the vintage look? You can customize the editor by choosing shooting in different aspect ratios (4:3, 16:9, 1:1), adding any date to your photos, and using the timer. You can also adjust color and contrast, the amount of noise, and compression for each filter. ### Is this app compatible with my device? While specific compatibility details are not provided, the app is designed for smartphones and offers features like portrait shooting mode, suggesting it works with both front and rear cameras. It's generally compatible with modern mobile devices. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.983 — 2021-07-12 -1998 filter changed -tutorial screen added on the first launch -japanese language support ### 1.982 — 2021-05-14 True vhs filter improvement ### 1.981 — 2021-05-13 Contrast filter improved ### 1.98 — 2021-05-12 1998 filter Fixed audio desynchronization Portrait mode bug fixed ### 1.97 — 2021-05-10 New 1998 filter ## Apps similar to True VHS | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [VHS Video Editor, Vintage Cam](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vhs-video-editor-vintage-cam/id1491381915) | 4.6 (3,023) | Free | Photo & Video | | [Prequel: Photo & Video Editor](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/prequel-photo-and-video-editor/id1325756279) | 4.7 (341,028) | Free | Photo & Video | | [Filto: AI Photo & Video Editor](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/filto-ai-photo-and-video-editor/id1439415992) | 4.7 (167,070) | Free | Photo & Video | | [VSCO: Photo & Video Editor](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vsco-photo-and-video-editor/id588013838) | 4.7 (276,797) | Free | Photo & Video | | [Video Filters Photo Editor TON](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/video-filters-photo-editor-ton/id1518549702) | 4.8 (5,908) | Free | Photo & Video | | [Lightroom: AI Photo Editor](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lightroom-ai-photo-editor/id878783582) | 4.8 (336,286) | Free | Photo & Video | ## More apps by Artem Chirgadze - [Retroom - retro photo editor](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/retroom-retro-photo-editor/id1564840026) All apps by Artem Chirgadze: https://appshunter.io/developer/1450106582 ## Related topics [true vhs](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/true-vhs) · [digital camera video](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/digital-camera-video) · [vhs cam filter](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/vhs-cam-filter) · [vhs camcorder glitch](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/vhs-camcorder-glitch) · [vhs camera filter](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/vhs-camera-filter) · [vhs camera glitch](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/vhs-camera-glitch) · [vhs camera edit](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/vhs-camera-edit) · [90s glitch](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/90s-glitch) · [80s filter video](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/80s-filter-video) · [90s video camera](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/90s-video-camera) · [vhs](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/vhs) · [old camera video](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/old-camera-video) · [camcorder filter](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/camcorder-filter) · [vhs filter](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/vhs-filter) · [vhs photo](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/vhs-photo) · [camcorder retro camera](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/camcorder-retro-camera) · [vhs cam edit](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/vhs-cam-edit) · [90s camera](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/90s-camera) · [90s filter](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/90s-filter) · [80s camera pictures](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/80s-camera-pictures) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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