# Color Splash vs Distressed FX

The clearest difference is price: Color Splash at $1.99 against Distressed FX's $19.99. Color Splash also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 10) and review sentiment (88% vs 72%). On rating, ads, chart position and device support there is nothing between them.

Color Splash costs $1.99 and Distressed FX $19.99 up front. Distressed FX sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Color Splash asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Color Splash against 4.8 for Distressed FX. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Color Splash has 6.5K ratings behind it against 1.2K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 88% of Color Splash's written reviews are positive against 72% of Distressed FX's.

Color Splash ships an update every 5 weeks, Distressed FX every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Color Splash | Distressed FX |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$1.99** | $19.99 |
| Rating | **[4.9 (6.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/color-splash/id304871603/reviews)** | [4.8 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/distressed-fx-plus/id1441905750/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **6.5K** | 1.2K |
| Positive reviews | **88.3% of reviews** | 72.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 weeks** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#122** | #135 |
| Size | 38 MB | 51 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 17.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Pocket Pixels Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/292628472) | [We Are Here](https://appshunter.io/developer/585702634) |

## What reviewers say

### Color Splash

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/color-splash/id304871603)

**Currently charting:** #122 Top Paid · Photo & Video (US App Store)

Transform your photos by selectively applying color to black and white images. This app uses an intuitive brush interface to highlight specific areas, creating dramatic and eye-catching visuals. Easily edit details with zoom and multiple brush options.

**Highlights:** Selective colorization, Black and white conversion, Intuitive brush interface, Zoom for detail work, Multiple brush types, Undo functionality, Alternative view mode

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 💎 High-quality results
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🎨 Versatile editing capabilities
- 🕰️ Saves time compared to manual editing
- 🔍 Precise control with zoom feature

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs or crashes
- 🖌️ Desire for more precise selection tools
- 🎨 Limited color customization options
- 📱 Compatibility issues with newer devices
- 💰 Paid app, some users want free version

**Reported bugs**

- Login screen freezes
- Incompatible with older devices
- Unexpected color mixing when using red overlay

**Requested features**

- Add ability to change original colors
- Implement a pen/brush tool for finer control
- Introduce more editing options like filters, effects
- Develop an iPad-specific version of the app
- Provide a free version with limited features


### Distressed FX

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/distressed-fx-plus/id1441905750)

**Currently charting:** #135 Top Paid · Photo & Video (US App Store)

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:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Beyond Skies | Free | one-time |
| The Heavens | Free | one-time |
| Bokeh Illusions | Free | one-time |
| The Lights | Free | one-time |
| Box of colors | Free | one-time |
| Old World Gallery | Free | one-time |
| Painterly Grunge | Free | one-time |
| The Neutrals | Free | one-time |
| Vintage Collection | Free | one-time |
| Atmospheric Light | Free | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Creative and artistic photo editing
- 🎨 Excellent texture and overlay options
- 💡 Customizable layers and blending modes
- 🎨 Ability to create unique digital art

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Compatibility issues with new iOS versions
- 🐛 Crashing and download errors
- 🐛 Inability to restore previous purchases
- 🤔 Lack of clear instructions and tutorials

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

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


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Color Splash free?

Color Splash costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Distressed FX free?

Distressed FX costs $19.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Color Splash or Distressed FX?

Color Splash is rated higher. Color Splash averages 4.9 out of 5 from 6.5K ratings, while Distressed FX averages 4.8 from 1.2K ratings.

### Do Color Splash or Distressed FX have ads?

Neither Color Splash nor Distressed FX shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Color Splash or Distressed FX?

Color Splash ships an update every 5 weeks, and Distressed FX every 3 months. Most recently, Color Splash was updated on November 9, 2026 and Distressed FX on November 6, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Color Splash or Distressed FX?

Color Splash currently peaks at #122 in the App Store charts, and Distressed FX at #135. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*