# ComicShot vs GlitchCam

The clearest difference is review sentiment: GlitchCam at 66% against ComicShot's 0%. GlitchCam also leads on rating (4.7 vs 3.5) and ratings volume (1.5K vs 45). ComicShot's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 6 weeks). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ComicShot sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month and GlitchCam sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $7.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

GlitchCam holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: GlitchCam has 1.5K ratings behind it against 45, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of ComicShot's written reviews are positive against 66% of GlitchCam's.

ComicShot ships an update every 5 days, GlitchCam every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ComicShot | GlitchCam |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.5 (45 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/comicshot/id1318271635/reviews) | **[4.7 (1.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/glitchcam-video-effects/id1447083274/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 45 | **1.5K** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **66.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 20 MB | 64 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 11 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [鹏程 熊](https://appshunter.io/developer/1310153360) | [SHANTANU PTE. LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1619465920) |

## What reviewers say

### ComicShot

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/comicshot/id1318271635)

Transform your photos and videos into comic book style with this creative camera and editing tool. Capture new moments or enhance existing images from your album with fun, cartoon-like effects.

**Highlights:** Comic effect camera, Photo capture with comic effects, Video recording with comic effects, Edit photos from album, Funny cartoon-like effects

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ComicShot PRO | $4.99 | per month |


### GlitchCam

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/glitchcam-video-effects/id1447083274)

Transform your videos into unique works of art with a vast collection of psychedelic, glitch, and VHS filters. Apply effects in real-time while recording or editing to create nostalgic home movies and eye-catching vlogs. Export in full HD and share your creations instantly.

**Highlights:** 100+ Glitch, VHS, and Psychedelic Filters, Real-time effect application, Retro VHS Camcorder simulation, Zoom lens functionality, Full HD 1080p export, Direct sharing to social media

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| GlitchCam - Video Effects | $7.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐ Awesome effects and filters
- 🎨 Helps make creative videos
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🎥 Good for making TikTok/Instagram videos

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Paywall for premium features
- 🐛 Bugs and crashes
- 🔍 Limited recording time
- 🙄 Watermark not removable even with premium

**Reported bugs**

- Video saving issues
- Compatibility problems with older devices
- Inability to access photo library

**Requested features**

- Add search bar to choose songs
- Allow adding text to videos
- Improve ability to control glitch effects
- Offer one-time purchase option instead of subscription


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ComicShot free?

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

### Is GlitchCam free?

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

### Which has better reviews, ComicShot or GlitchCam?

GlitchCam is rated higher. ComicShot averages 3.5 out of 5 from 45 ratings, while GlitchCam averages 4.7 from 1.5K ratings.

### Do ComicShot or GlitchCam have ads?

Neither ComicShot nor GlitchCam shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, ComicShot or GlitchCam?

ComicShot ships an update every 5 days, and GlitchCam every 6 weeks. Most recently, ComicShot was updated on November 4, 2026 and GlitchCam on November 6, 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.*