# Magic FX vs FitPix

The clearest difference is rating: FitPix at 5.0 against Magic FX's 4.4. FitPix also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs monthly) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.0). Magic FX's advantage is ratings volume (3.3K vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 FitPix sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

FitPix holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Magic FX has 3.3K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Magic FX ships an update monthly, FitPix every 4 days. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Magic FX | FitPix |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (3.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magic-fx-video-effect-master/id1512758709/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fitpix-video-editor/id1634193685/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **3.3K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 18.1% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 147 MB | 78 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ZipoApps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1671444635) | [eToolkit Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/541597038) |

## 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


### FitPix

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fitpix-video-editor/id1634193685)

Easily create stunning videos with a wide array of colorful filters, stylish overlays, and decorative frames. Add music from your library or templates to enhance your projects and share your unique creations.

**Highlights:** Colorful and stylish filters, Aesthetic overlays and effects, Fantastic video frames, Add music to videos, Merge multiple videos, Easy step-by-step editing

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| FitPix Unlimited | $4.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Magic FX free?

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

### Is FitPix free?

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

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

FitPix is rated higher. Magic FX averages 4.4 out of 5 from 3.3K ratings, while FitPix averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Magic FX or FitPix have ads?

Both Magic FX and FitPix show ads.

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

Magic FX ships an update monthly, and FitPix every 4 days. Most recently, Magic FX was updated on November 3, 2026 and FitPix on November 3, 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.*