# KinoGlitch vs Render

The clearest difference is rating: KinoGlitch at 4.7 against Render's 2.9. KinoGlitch also leads on review sentiment (85% vs 63%) and ratings volume (98 vs 11). Render's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 5 weeks). On price, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. KinoGlitch sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and Render sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

KinoGlitch holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: KinoGlitch has 98 ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 85% of KinoGlitch's written reviews are positive against 63% of Render's.

KinoGlitch ships an update every 5 weeks, Render every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 11, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | KinoGlitch | Render |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (98 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kinoglitch/id1323710341/reviews)** | [2.9 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/render-video-composer/id6444799341/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **98** | 11 |
| Positive reviews | **84.6% of reviews** | 62.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 233 MB | 38 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.6** | 26.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Vision Pro** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [talonsodev](https://appshunter.io/developer/490528857) | [Anton Heestand](https://appshunter.io/developer/1235192207) |

## What reviewers say

### KinoGlitch

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kinoglitch/id1323710341)

Create dynamic 3D videos and images with glitch effects. Apply numerous grid presets and adjust object transparency, blending, and movement. Enhance your creations with over 50 controllable effects.

**Highlights:** 3D object creation for videos and images, 200+ grid presets, Adjustable grid divisions and intensity, Object transparency and blending controls, Record 3D object movement, 50+ controllable video effects

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| KinoGlitch PRO | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| KinoGlitch PRO | $4.99 | per year |
| KinoGlitch PRO | $7.99 | one-time |


### Render

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/render-video-composer/id6444799341)

Create complex video compositions with layered media, effects, and keyframe animation. Import various media types, including 3D spatial photos and videos, and fine-tune visuals with advanced tools. Offers pixel-level editing and expression writing for precise control.

**Highlights:** Layered video, image, and audio composition, Keyframe animation with bezier curves, Extensive visual effects and blending modes, Import/export 3D spatial photos and videos, Pixel-level editing and expression writing, Support for RAW footage and image sequences, LUT import/export

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full HD | $4.99 | one-time |
| 4K Ultra HD | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is KinoGlitch free?

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

### Is Render free?

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

### Which has better reviews, KinoGlitch or Render?

KinoGlitch is rated higher. KinoGlitch averages 4.7 out of 5 from 98 ratings, while Render averages 2.9 from 11 ratings.

### Do KinoGlitch or Render have ads?

Neither KinoGlitch nor Render shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, KinoGlitch or Render?

KinoGlitch ships an update every 5 weeks, and Render every 2 weeks. Most recently, KinoGlitch was updated on October 11, 2026 and Render on October 11, 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.*