# Face Effect HD vs Anonymous Face Camera MaskMe

The clearest difference is update cadence: Anonymous Face Camera MaskMe at every 2 months against Face Effect HD's every 6 months. Anonymous Face Camera MaskMe also leads on rating (4.5 vs 4.3) and ratings volume (1.7K vs 297). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Face Effect HD sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Anonymous Face Camera MaskMe sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $3.49 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Anonymous Face Camera MaskMe holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Anonymous Face Camera MaskMe has 1.7K ratings behind it against 297, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 71% of Face Effect HD's written reviews are positive against 80% of Anonymous Face Camera MaskMe's.

Face Effect HD ships an update every 6 months, Anonymous Face Camera MaskMe every 2 months. Both last shipped on November 1, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Face Effect HD | Anonymous Face Camera MaskMe |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (297 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/face-effect-hd-cartoon-editor/id603911498/reviews) | **[4.5 (1.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/anonymous-face-camera-maskme/id915876064/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 297 | **1.7K** |
| Positive reviews | 71.2% of reviews | **79.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 93 MB | 88 MB |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | **11.3** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [柳 王](https://appshunter.io/developer/1019029989) | [Appkruti Solutions LLP](https://appshunter.io/developer/410605382) |

## What reviewers say

### Face Effect HD

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/face-effect-hd-cartoon-editor/id603911498)

Easily place your face into a variety of humorous pre-designed photo templates. Choose from five categories to create funny pictures for yourself and your friends. Save and share your creations directly from the app.

**Highlights:** Place face in photo hole, Variety of funny photos, 5 different categories, Use built-in camera or upload photos, Adjust photo size for realism, Save and share creations

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Version | $0.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 😄 Funny and entertaining
- 🤩 Great for laughs
- 🎨 Fun photo effects
- 🎉 Enjoyable for the whole family

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤔 Limited photo options
- 🤯 Frequent ads
- 🙄 Glitchy performance
- 😒 Needs more customization
- 🙃 Confusing interface

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes frequently
- Difficulty uploading photos
- Compatibility issues with older devices
- Inability to access certain features

**Requested features**

- More photo templates and characters
- Ability to use own photos
- Improved stability and fewer crashes
- Option to remove ads
- Better customization tools


### Anonymous Face Camera MaskMe

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/anonymous-face-camera-maskme/id915876064)

Enhance your chat experience with a variety of voice effects and face masks. Explore different personalities, break the ice in conversations, or simply have fun with creative filters. This app allows you to express yourself without revealing your true identity.

**Highlights:** Hundreds of face masks, Over twenty-five voice effects, Real-time video and voice alteration, Ad and watermark removal (premium), Extended recording time (premium), Role-playing and personality exploration

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Halloween Witch Makeup Masks | $3.49 | per 7 days |
| Pro MaskMe Effects | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Face Masks | $6.99 | per month |
| Pro Masks And Voice Effects | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Scary Prank Skull Joker Masks | $7.49 | per month |
| Premium Effects | $17.99 | per month |
| Go Anonymous Blur Face Masks | $30.99 | per year |
| MaskMe Pro Effects | $49.99 | per year |
| VIP Anonymous Effects | $89.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and entertaining app
- 🤖 Effective voice and face changing features
- 🎨 Wide variety of masks and effects
- 🤫 Useful for anonymity and privacy

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Paywall for full access
- 🐛 Occasional glitches and performance issues
- 🔒 Concerns about privacy and security
- 🙄 Repetitive or limited content

**Reported bugs**

- Freezing or crashing on launch
- Inconsistent face detection
- Microphone not working properly

**Requested features**

- More free masks and effects
- Improved face tracking and syncing
- Ability to use own photos/videos
- Additional voice options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Face Effect HD free?

Face Effect HD is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Anonymous Face Camera MaskMe free?

Anonymous Face Camera MaskMe is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Face Effect HD or Anonymous Face Camera MaskMe?

Anonymous Face Camera MaskMe is rated higher. Face Effect HD averages 4.3 out of 5 from 297 ratings, while Anonymous Face Camera MaskMe averages 4.5 from 1.7K ratings.

### Do Face Effect HD or Anonymous Face Camera MaskMe have ads?

Both Face Effect HD and Anonymous Face Camera MaskMe show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Face Effect HD or Anonymous Face Camera MaskMe?

Face Effect HD ships an update every 6 months, and Anonymous Face Camera MaskMe every 2 months. Most recently, Face Effect HD was updated on November 1, 2026 and Anonymous Face Camera MaskMe on November 1, 2026.

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