# Magic FX vs Lumeo

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Lumeo at 78% against Magic FX's 18%. Lumeo also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (4.8 vs 4.4). Magic FX's advantage is monetization model (freemium vs subscription). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Magic FX sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Lumeo sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Lumeo holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3.3K and 1.4K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 18% of Magic FX's written reviews are positive against 78% of Lumeo's.

Magic FX ships an update monthly, Lumeo every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Magic FX | Lumeo |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (3.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magic-fx-video-effect-master/id1512758709/reviews) | **[4.8 (1.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lumeo-video-effects-editor/id1529215249/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **3.3K** | 1.4K |
| Positive reviews | 18.1% of reviews | **78.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Freemium** | Subscription |
| Size | 147 MB | 71 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ZipoApps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1671444635) | [Enjoyment International Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1529215251) |

## What reviewers say

### 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 (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 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 |
| MagicFX Magic Video Editor Pro | $29.99 | per year |
| MagicFX Magic Video Editor Pro | $49.99 | per year |

**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


### Lumeo

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lumeo-video-effects-editor/id1529215249)

This app is a comprehensive video editor offering a wide range of tools to enhance your clips. Create visually striking content with aesthetic mosaics, AI-powered filters, and dynamic effects like neon glows and scribbles. Easily cut, trim, merge, and adjust video speed, then export in HD for social media sharing.

**Highlights:** Mosaic stickers and effects, Animated video filters, Professional video editing tools, Artistic filters and effects, Music and sound effects library, Speed adjusting (slow/fast motion), HD video export

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| VEFFECTO PRO(W) | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| VEFFECTO PRO (M) | $10.99 | per month |
| Lumeo pro | $35.99 | per year |
| REMOVE WATERMARK | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐ Excellent filters and effects
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🎨 Variety of editing options
- 💻 Works well on mobile devices
- 🔥 Impressive editing capabilities

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Paywall for many features
- 🐛 Occasional crashes or glitches
- 🔍 Limited free options
- 🔧 Some features need improvement
- 🔀 Inconsistent performance

**Reported bugs**

- Saving videos sometimes fails
- Audio issues during editing
- Compatibility problems with older devices
- Freezing or lagging during use

**Requested features**

- Add more free filters and effects
- Improve video export quality
- Implement a video recording feature
- Allow more customization options
- Provide better customer support


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Magic FX free?

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

### Is Lumeo free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Magic FX or Lumeo?

Lumeo is rated higher. Magic FX averages 4.4 out of 5 from 3.3K ratings, while Lumeo averages 4.8 from 1.4K ratings.

### Do Magic FX or Lumeo have ads?

Magic FX shows ads; Lumeo does not.

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

Magic FX ships an update monthly, and Lumeo every 2 weeks. Most recently, Magic FX was updated on November 3, 2026 and Lumeo on November 7, 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.*