Comparison

Distressed FX vs The Last Camera Project

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Distressed FX

Transform ordinary photos into unique works of art with a vast collection of textures and overlays. This app offers exclusive access to all current and future filters and effects for a single payment, making photo editing accessible and creative.

Highlights
  • Access to all current and future filters
  • Exclusive new effects and features
  • Wide range of textured images and overlays
  • Transform mundane photos into art
  • Ideal for still life and landscape photography
Features
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Distressed FX Plus is a special edition of the highly acclaimed original. For a small single payment, you will get access to all current and future filters, as well as exclusive access to all new effects and features ahead of release on the original app. This is an extraordinary opportunity to harness all the amazing effects from Distressed FX. If you are ready to take your photos to the next level, this is the ideal investment at a bargain price. Creating gorgeous artwork from your photos has never been easier. With Distressed FX, simply take a photo and choose from a wide range of textured images and overlays. Transform even the most mundane photo into a work of art. See our hashtag #distressedFX on Instagram to see 100k+ examples! ** Featured by Mac Format and Black + White Photography Magazine Join us at: www.facebook.com/DistressedFX www.instagram.com/distressedfxapp/ • Particularly suited to still life and landscape photography - this app will perfectly compliment your existing collection of photo apps. Distressed FX is powered by the textures of Cheryl Tarrant, a texture artist from Tennessee. Her popular and unique style is now available in your pocket, wherever you go. • Follow Cheryl on Instagram http://instagram.com/distressedfxapp • Be our friend on Facebook www.facebook.com/DistressedFX • Follow us on Twitter : @distressedfx See examples of the Cheryl's distinctive work here: www.flickr.com/photos/jewellofdistressed/ ** Find out more about Distressed Textures at www.distressedfx.com & www.distressedtextures.com Distressed FX (tm) is a trademark of Cheryl Tarrant in the United States of America.

About

The Last Camera Project

Participate in a global art project by taking a single photograph. Your image, enriched with metadata, will be part of a collective storytelling initiative culminating in a world record attempt at Art Basel Miami.

Highlights
  • Invite-only access
  • Capture one photo
  • Metadata enrichment
  • Global art initiative
  • World record attempt
  • Art Basel Miami reveal
Features
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The Last Camera Project — Be part of art history. One photo. Millions of stories. From the creators of the Hipstamatic Camera app comes an ambitious new initiative: The Last Camera Project. This invite-only iPhone app invites you to take one photo, then pass it on to the next person. Your image, along with millions of others, will remain hidden until a historic reveal at Art Basel Miami in December 2025, where we aim to set a world record for the largest disposable camera project. // What is the Last Camera Project? Inspired by the nostalgia of 1990s disposable cameras and powered by modern technology, The Last Camera Project is a global art endeavor. Each participant's photo includes rich metadata—location, timestamp, frame number, and personal details—adding layers of context to your contribution. Together, these images will form a visually stunning tapestry of human experiences, showcased at one of the world's most prestigious art fairs. // Key Features Exclusive Invite-Only Access: Join a select community of creators and art lovers. Capture Your Essence: Take one photo that represents you, your moment, your story. Metadata Enrichment: Your photo comes alive with details that tell a deeper story. Global Art Initiative: Be part of a project that connects people across the globe. World Record Attempt: Help make history with your contribution. Art Basel Miami Reveal: See your photo unveiled alongside thousands of others in December 2025. // Why Join? Make Art History: Your photo becomes part of a landmark exhibition at Art Basel Miami. Collective Storytelling: Contribute to a collection of human experiences from around the world. Exclusive Opportunities: Your image is eligible be featured in limited-edition prints and a collectible photobook, available to art collectors and enthusiasts. // How It Works Receive an invite from a friend or the project team. Capture your one photo and add your personal details. Your photo remains a secret until the grand reveal. Invite up to six others to join and grow the project. // Join the Movement The Last Camera Project is more than just an app—it's a chance to connect, create, and be part of something truly extraordinary. Request your invite today and secure your place in this unprecedented art project. Note: This is an invite-only app. If you don't have an invite, you can join the waiting list from the app. End User License Agreement: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Distressed FX4 screens
The Last Camera Project4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: The Last Camera Project at Free against Distressed FX's $19.99. The Last Camera Project also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 13) and update cadence (every 6 days vs every 3 months). Distressed FX's advantage is rating (4.8 vs 2.8) and review sentiment (72% vs 43%). On ads and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

The Last Camera Project is free to download; Distressed FX costs $19.99 up front. Distressed FX sells 13 one-off in-app purchases. The Last Camera Project asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Distressed FX holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Distressed FX has 1.2K ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 72% of Distressed FX's written reviews are positive against 43% of The Last Camera Project's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Distressed FX ships an update every 3 months, The Last Camera Project every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and August 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard9 real differences · 2 level
Distressed FX versus The Last Camera Project: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDistressed FXThe Last Camera Project
Price$19.99Free — better
Rating4.8 (1.2K ratings) — better2.8 (5 ratings)
Positive reviews72.3% of reviews — better42.9% of reviews
Number of ratings1.2K — better5
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 6 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationPaidFree — better
Best chart rank#127 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.6 — better18.1
Further details — not scored
Size51 MB20 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWe Are HereHipstamatic, LLC

Customer experience

Distressed FX

All ratings1,234 ratings
Positive96.7%
Neutral1.7%
Negative1.6%
Written reviews101 reviews
Positive72.3%
Neutral5.9%
Negative21.8%

The Last Camera Project

All ratings5 ratings
Positive40.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative40.0%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive42.9%
Neutral14.3%
Negative42.9%

Bugs and requests

Distressed FX

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Inability to download or load certain textures/overlays
  • App crashing when opening photos
  • Saving edited photos at lower resolutions

Requested features

4 requests
  • Masking and selective editing tools
  • Zoom and precise control for editing
  • Ability to use app on Mac devices
  • Improved customer support and communication

The Last Camera Project

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

13 purchases

Distressed FX

One-time13
  • Beyond SkiesFree
  • The HeavensFree
  • Bokeh IllusionsFree
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  • The LightsFree
  • Artist BeginningsFree
  • Box of colorsFree
  • Old World GalleryFree
  • Obscure TexturesFree
  • Painterly GrungeFree
  • Sky BeautyFree
  • The NeutralsFree
  • Vintage CollectionFree
  • Atmospheric LightFree
None

The Last Camera Project

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Distressed FX free?
Distressed FX costs $19.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is The Last Camera Project free?
The Last Camera Project is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Distressed FX or The Last Camera Project?
Distressed FX is rated higher. Distressed FX averages 4.8 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while The Last Camera Project averages 2.8 from 5 ratings.
Do Distressed FX or The Last Camera Project have ads?
Neither Distressed FX nor The Last Camera Project shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Distressed FX or The Last Camera Project?
Distressed FX ships an update every 3 months, and The Last Camera Project every 6 days. Most recently, Distressed FX was updated on September 23, 2026 and The Last Camera Project on August 12, 2026.

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