# PowerUp Camera vs EditU Video Editor

The clearest difference is review sentiment: PowerUp Camera at 77% against EditU Video Editor's 0%. PowerUp Camera also leads on rating (4.5 vs 1.0) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 5 months). EditU Video Editor's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PowerUp Camera sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. EditU Video Editor asks for nothing beyond the download.

PowerUp Camera holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PowerUp Camera has 32 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 77% of PowerUp Camera's written reviews are positive against 0% of EditU Video Editor's.

PowerUp Camera ships an update every 2 weeks, EditU Video Editor every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PowerUp Camera | EditU Video Editor |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (32 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/powerup-camera/id510019936/reviews)** | [1.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/editu-video-editor/id6745421500/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **32** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | **77.2% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 5 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 24 MB | 2 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 14.5 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [sushiGrass](https://appshunter.io/developer/319738601) | [Codegres (OPC) Private Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1802163200) |

## What reviewers say

### PowerUp Camera

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/powerup-camera/id510019936)

Apply retro video game console filters to your photos in real-time. Choose from multiple classic systems, adjust contrast and saturation, and share your creations. Unlock additional systems to expand your retro aesthetic.

**Highlights:** Real-time retro video game console filters, Multiple system filter options, Adjustable contrast and saturation, Apply filters to existing photos, In-app photo sharing, Unlockable secret systems

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| System Pack 2 | Free | one-time |
| Super | Free | one-time |
| Gameman | Free | one-time |
| GGear | Free | one-time |
| TG-16 | Free | one-time |
| Atary | Free | one-time |
| Mstrsys | Free | one-time |
| Super/MstrSys | Free | one-time |
| Gameman/GGear | Free | one-time |
| Atary/TG-16 | Free | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ✨ Nostalgic retro aesthetic
- 🎮 Great video game filters
- 🎨 Stellar design and UI
- 🎶 Cool sound effects
- 📸 Real-time filters

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Some filters require purchase
- 👎 Default filters are washed out
- 💰 Not worth the price (for some)
- 🔊 Loud sound effects
- 🤔 Hidden features can be hard to find

**Reported bugs**

- Cannot restore purchases
- Restore button does nothing
- Photos not saving
- App not saving photos to camera roll
- App not saving settings

**Requested features**

- Add video support
- Add more filters
- Provide samples of additional filters before buying
- Add different levels of pixelization
- Add system-specific resolutions/ratios


### EditU Video Editor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/editu-video-editor/id6745421500)

This app offers a powerful yet user-friendly platform for creating polished videos. Easily trim clips, add music, apply filters, and craft content for social media.

**Highlights:** Trimming clips, Adding music, Applying filters, Social media content creation, Intuitive interface

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PowerUp Camera free?

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

### Is EditU Video Editor free?

EditU Video Editor is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, PowerUp Camera or EditU Video Editor?

PowerUp Camera is rated higher. PowerUp Camera averages 4.5 out of 5 from 32 ratings, while EditU Video Editor averages 1.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do PowerUp Camera or EditU Video Editor have ads?

Neither PowerUp Camera nor EditU Video Editor shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, PowerUp Camera or EditU Video Editor?

PowerUp Camera ships an update every 2 weeks, and EditU Video Editor every 5 months. Most recently, PowerUp Camera was updated on October 17, 2026 and EditU Video Editor on September 29, 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.*