# Sync.Ly vs Magic FX

Sync.Ly and Magic FX both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 57% of Sync.Ly's written reviews are positive against 18% of Magic FX's. Sync.Ly also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). Magic FX's advantage is monetization model (freemium vs subscription) and ratings volume (3.3K vs 786). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Sync.Ly sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and Magic FX sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Sync.Ly holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 786 and 3.3K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 57% of Sync.Ly's written reviews are positive against 18% of Magic FX's.

Sync.Ly ships an update every 4 weeks, Magic FX monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Sync.Ly | Magic FX |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (786 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/syncly-music-video-maker/id1117353407/reviews)** | [4.4 (3.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magic-fx-video-effect-master/id1512758709/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 786 | **3.3K** |
| Positive reviews | **57.2% of reviews** | 18.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Freemium** |
| Size | 140 MB | 147 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Maxima Apps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1153277200) | [ZipoApps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1671444635) |

## What reviewers say

### Sync.Ly

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/syncly-music-video-maker/id1117353407)

Create eye-catching music videos with a vast library of music and impressive visual effects. Easily edit clips, add soundtracks, and apply filters to make your videos stand out on social media.

**Highlights:** Add cool soundtracks, Record up to 5-minute videos, Apply impressive visual effects, Create stop motion videos, Add zoom effects, Easy social media sharing

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Cool Effects & Filters Pack | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Cool Effects & Filters Pack | $4.99 | per month |
| Cool Effects & Filters Pack | $49.99 | per year |
| Remove Ads! | $0.99 | one-time |
| Lipsi Pro | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and engaging app
- 🎨 Lots of cool filters and effects
- 🎶 Wide selection of music
- 🔒 Private and safe for kids

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Locked features require paid subscription
- 🐛 Occasional crashes and glitches
- 💸 Aggressive monetization through ads
- 🕰️ Lip sync issues and video-audio sync problems

**Reported bugs**

- Black screen issue on launch
- Inability to exit the paid subscription screen
- Login problems with Instagram accounts

**Requested features**

- More editing tools and customization options
- Ability to upload own music
- Option to save videos without watermark
- Improved video recording and playback quality


### Magic FX

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magic-fx-video-effect-master/id1512758709)

Transform ordinary videos into extraordinary content with cinematic magic. Add special effects like fireballs and lightning, or turn yourself into a cartoon character. Enhance photos with artistic filters and aging effects, then share your creations easily.

**Highlights:** Cinematic video effects, Cartoon and artistic filters, Realistic aging effects, Photo enhancement tools, Weekly new effects, High-quality video export

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MagicFX Magic Video Editor Pro | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium features | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| MagicFX Weekly Video Effects | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium features | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| MagicFX Magic Video Editor Pro | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Magic FX Monthly Premium | $9.99 | per month |
| MagicFX Magic Video Editor Pro | $12.99 | per month |
| MagicFX Magic Video Editor Pro | $12.99 | per month |
| MagicFX Magic Video Editor Pro | $29.99 | per year |
| MagicFX Magic Video Editor Pro | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great game
- 👍 Awesome app
- 🎨 Fantastic effects
- 💡 Unique features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and bugs
- 🔍 Difficult to use
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 📺 Too many ads
- 🤔 Misleading marketing

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent crashes
- Inability to unlock effects
- Subscription issues and unexpected charges
- Camera permission and compatibility problems

**Requested features**

- More free effects and filters
- Ability to use without subscription
- Improved video quality
- Better organization and navigation


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Sync.Ly free?

Sync.Ly is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Magic FX free?

Magic FX is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Sync.Ly or Magic FX?

Sync.Ly is rated higher. Sync.Ly averages 4.6 out of 5 from 786 ratings, while Magic FX averages 4.4 from 3.3K ratings.

### Do Sync.Ly or Magic FX have ads?

Both Sync.Ly and Magic FX show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Sync.Ly or Magic FX?

Sync.Ly ships an update every 4 weeks, and Magic FX monthly. Most recently, Sync.Ly was updated on November 11, 2026 and Magic FX on November 3, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*