Comparison

Retromatic 2.0 vs LX

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

Head to head
About

Retromatic 2.0

Transform your photos into nostalgic masterpieces with a variety of retro filters, graphic themes, and customizable stickers. Easily create vintage-style posters and share them across social media platforms.

Highlights
  • 18 retro filters
  • 17 graphic themes
  • 70+ modifiable stickers
  • High-resolution image support
  • Social media sharing
Features
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Take your pictures back in time with Retromatic's retro-style themes, stickers, and effects. In a matter of seconds, you can create fun posters featuring your favorite objects. Remember your favorite decades with our unique, easy-to-use app. Features 1. 18 amazing retro filters 2. 17 graphic themes in 17 different colors 3. Over 70 modifiable retro stickers 4. Supports high-resolution images (1280x1280) 5. Supports Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Flickr Instructions 1. Take or choose a photo 2. Trace the outline of the subject 3. Pick a theme in your favorite color 4. Select a filter 5. Add stickers and text in a variety of colors 6. Save and share with your friends! Don't worry, we will continue to update our stickers and effects for more retro fun. :) Participate to win a spot in our showcase! All you have to do is... 1. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter Facebook: facebook.com/petavision Instagram: Petavision Twitter: Petavision 2. Tag #RetromaticChoice to your favorite photos! Want to get in touch with us? Email us at: info@peta-vision.com

About

LX

Features
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LX (/lʌks/) is a simple light meter app. # Features - A simple, beautiful, and intuitive user interface - Fix either the aperture or shutter speed and check the corresponding value for proper exposure - Adjust the EV value to see the live camera image change in brightness—helpful for visualizing how your photo will turn out - Measure exposure at the point you tap—ideal for checking exposure in scenes with high contrast - Flash meter mode for finding the right settings for manual flash photography - No ads, one-time purchase

Screenshots

Retromatic 2.04 screens
LX4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: LX at none against Retromatic 2.0's 6. Retromatic 2.0's advantage is update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 5 months) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 13.0). On price, ads and 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

Retromatic 2.0 costs $1.99 and LX $1.99 up front. Retromatic 2.0 sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. LX asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Retromatic 2.0 ships an update every 6 weeks, LX every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Retromatic 2.0 versus LX: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRetromatic 2.0LX
Price$1.99$1.99
Rating4.6 (75 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews88.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings75 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks — betterEvery 5 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS9.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size68 MB21 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPeta VisionRyo Nakae

Bugs and requests

Retromatic 2.0

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Text editing issues
  • Compatibility problems with newer devices
  • Crashes when trying to restore purchases

Requested features

6 requests
  • Ability to adjust contrast and brightness
  • More backgrounds, stickers, and fonts
  • Eraser tool for selection
  • Support for larger image sizes
  • Ability to import custom images
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  • Save and resume editing projects

LX

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Retromatic 2.0

One-time6
  • X-mas & New year package$0.99
  • doodler package$0.99
  • BOGOTA package$0.99
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  • MARTINI package$0.99
  • Christmas 2013 package$0.99
  • A Doodly Holiday$0.99
None

LX

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Retromatic 2.0 free?
Retromatic 2.0 costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is LX free?
LX costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Retromatic 2.0 or LX have ads?
Neither Retromatic 2.0 nor LX shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Retromatic 2.0 or LX?
Retromatic 2.0 ships an update every 6 weeks, and LX every 5 months. Most recently, Retromatic 2.0 was updated on October 26, 2026 and LX on October 7, 2026.

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