# Zero vs Magic FX

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Zero at none against Magic FX's 13. Zero also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 days vs monthly). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Magic FX sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Zero asks for nothing beyond the download.

Zero ships an update every 2 days, Magic FX monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 13, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Zero | Magic FX |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[4.5 (3.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magic-fx-video-effect-master/id1512758709/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **3.3K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 18.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 days** | Monthly |
| Monetization | — | Freemium |
| Size | 39 MB | 147 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Directed Electronics Australia](https://appshunter.io/developer/1083778713) | [ZipoApps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1671444635) |

## What reviewers say

### Zero

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zero-x-hydra/id1427265339)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### 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 (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited access | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| 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 |
| Premium features | $19.99 | per month |
| MagicFX Magic Video Editor Pro | $29.99 | per year |
| MagicFX Magic Video Editor Pro | $49.99 | per year |
| MagicFX Magic Video Editor Pro | $59.99 | one-time |

**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 Zero free?

Zero is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Magic FX free?

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

### Do Zero or Magic FX have ads?

Magic FX shows ads; Zero does not.

### Which is updated more often, Zero or Magic FX?

Zero ships an update every 2 days, and Magic FX monthly. Most recently, Zero was updated on September 13, 2026 and Magic FX on September 29, 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.*