Comparison

Glitch Video Effect vs Retro Pixel Camera

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

Head to head
About

Glitch Video Effect

Transform your photos and videos with over 100 retro visual effects like VHS, Glitch, and CRT. Apply effects in real-time while recording or edit existing media with an intuitive interface. Save and share your unique artistic creations instantly.

Highlights
  • Over 100 VHS, Glitch, and CRT effects
  • Live effects during recording
  • Edit existing photos and videos
  • Save and share creations
  • Privacy-focused on-device processing
Features
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Transform your photos and videos into retro masterpieces with over 100+ VHS, Glitch, CRT, and other visual effects. VHS & Glitch Video Maker lets you distort your photos and videos with real-time or post-processing effects inspired by the 80s and 90s. Easily recreate the nostalgic look of old-school camcorders with flickering VHS overlays, chromatic glitches, and vintage CRT shaders — all with a tap. Whether you're capturing new moments or editing existing ones, our intuitive interface makes it easy to turn ordinary media into unique, artistic visuals. - App Features: - Live Effects – Apply effects while recording or capturing photos using your camera. - Edit Existing Media – Select any video or photo from your photo library and instantly apply effects. - 5 Main Effect Categories: • VHS Effects (10+): Retro, Distort, Flicker, Noise, Wave, Pause, and more. • Glitch Effects (8+): Bend, Shake, Chromatic, Drunk, and more. • CRT Shaders (15+): Matt, Ghost, Error, Java, Emix, Noise, ScanLine, etc. • Animated Effects (30+): Rain, Mosaic, Prism, Sketch, Drops, Old TV, and more. • Photo & Video Filters (30+): Thermal, Night Vision, Blur, Hue, B&W, Multi, and others. - Save & Share – Export your creations to your device or share them instantly with friends and social media. - PRO Features (via In-App Purchase): • Remove ads • Remove watermark • Unlock premium & PRO-only effects - Privacy-Focused Design Your privacy is important. All media is processed entirely on your device. We do not collect, store, or transmit any personal photos, videos, or audio. App permissions (camera, microphone, photo library) are used solely for functionality. - Legal • Privacy Policy : https://glitchyvhsios.blogspot.com/2025/08/privacy-policy.html • Terms of Us : https://glitchyvhsios.blogspot.com/2025/08/terms-of-use.html • Download now and experience the nostalgia. It’s free to try!

About

Retro Pixel Camera

Apply real-time retro pixel art effects to your camera feed. Adjust pixel size, use classic color palettes, or create your own. Capture and share unique pixelated photos and videos.

Highlights
  • Real-time pixelation
  • Adjustable pixel size
  • Classic retro color palettes
  • Custom palette editor
  • Photo and video recording
  • Built-in gallery
  • Seamless orientation support
Features
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Retro Pixel Camera applies real-time retro effects directly to your phone's camera feed. Adjust pixel size, apply palettes inspired by classic hardware, and edit your own custom palettes. Capture photos and videos in sweet pixel style, browse your gallery, and share your creations. Key Features: - Real-Time Pixelation: Watch your surroundings morph into pixel art live on your screen. What you see is what you capture! - Adjustable Pixel Size: Dial in the perfect look! Easily increase or decrease the pixel resolution on the fly to control the level of abstraction and detail. - Classic Retro Palettes: Instantly apply iconic color schemes inspired by legendary consoles and systems like the NES, SNES, EGA, and Game Boy. Give your creations an authentic vintage feel with a single tap. - Powerful Palette Editor: Unleash your inner artist! Modify the built-in palettes or create entirely new ones from scratch. Choose up to 16 colors, name your custom palette, and save it for later use. Your unique vision, your colors! - Photo and Video Recording: Capture stunning pixelated still photos or record full-length videos drenched in retro style. Perfect for unique social media content, artistic projects, or just having fun! - Built-In Gallery: Access all your creations directly within the app. Browse your saved images and videos, replay your pixelated movies, share your favorites with friends, or delete unwanted files easily. - Seamless Orientation Support: The app adapts to you, working in both portrait and landscape modes, with support for front and back cameras. - Easy Saving: Your pixelated photos and videos are backed up to your device's media library so you can always reach them. Unleash Your Creativity: Retro Pixel Camera isn't just a filter; it's a creative tool. Experiment with different resolutions and color palettes to find the perfect aesthetic. Capture mundane scenes and turn them into captivating, stylized art. Create unique video clips that stand out from the crowd. The possibilities are unlimited. Whether you're a retro gaming enthusiast, a digital artist, or just looking for a fun new way to capture memories, Retro Pixel Camera offers a unique and engaging experience. Reimagine Your World in 8-Bit!

Screenshots

Glitch Video Effect4 screens
Retro Pixel Camera4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Glitch Video Effect at Free against Retro Pixel Camera's $2.99. Glitch Video Effect also leads on ratings volume (1.2K vs 4). Retro Pixel Camera's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.3) and in-app purchases (none vs 5). On device support 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

Glitch Video Effect is free to download; Retro Pixel Camera costs $2.99 up front. Glitch Video Effect sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Retro Pixel Camera asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Retro Pixel Camera holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Glitch Video Effect has 1.2K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 76% of Glitch Video Effect's written reviews are positive against 100% of Retro Pixel Camera's.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Glitch Video Effect versus Retro Pixel Camera: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGlitch Video EffectRetro Pixel Camera
PriceFree — better$2.99
Rating4.3 (1.2K ratings)5.0 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews75.7% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1.2K — better4
Update frequencyEvery 4 months—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS1512.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size39 MB49 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPinal ShahCognichine

Customer experience

Glitch Video Effect

All ratings1,165 ratings
Positive79.9%
Neutral9.5%
Negative10.6%
Written reviews305 reviews
Positive75.7%
Neutral9.8%
Negative14.4%

Retro Pixel Camera

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Glitch Video Effect

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Crashes when importing images
  • Distorted and cropped images after upload
  • Watermark not removed even after watching ads
  • Rendering issues causing videos to get stuck
  • Glitches and effects not working as expected

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add ability to layer and combine effects
  • Improve video quality and export options
  • Offer paid ad-free version
  • Add more customization controls for effects

Retro Pixel Camera

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Glitch Video Effect

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Subscription$1.997 Days
  • Yearly Subscription3 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time3
  • Remove Ads$5.99
  • Remove Watermark$12.99
  • Unlock PRO + Remove Watermark$29.99
None

Retro Pixel Camera

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Glitch Video Effect free?
Glitch Video Effect is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Retro Pixel Camera free?
Retro Pixel Camera costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Glitch Video Effect or Retro Pixel Camera?
Retro Pixel Camera is rated higher. Glitch Video Effect averages 4.3 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while Retro Pixel Camera averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.
Do Glitch Video Effect or Retro Pixel Camera have ads?
Glitch Video Effect shows ads; Retro Pixel Camera does not.

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