# Pixel is Data vs Glitchshop

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Pixel is Data at none against Glitchshop's 4. Pixel is Data also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs every 3 months) and rating (4.4 vs 4.2). Glitchshop's advantage is ratings volume (329 vs 25). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Glitchshop sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Pixel is Data asks for nothing beyond the download.

Pixel is Data holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Glitchshop has 329 ratings behind it against 25, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 83% of Pixel is Data's written reviews are positive against 72% of Glitchshop's.

Pixel is Data ships an update every 10 days, Glitchshop every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pixel is Data | Glitchshop |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (25 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pixel-is-data/id622378844/reviews)** | [4.2 (329 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/glitchshop-glitch-aesthetic/id1327150481/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 25 | **329** |
| Positive reviews | **83.3% of reviews** | 71.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Subscription |
| Size | 8 MB | 12 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Matthieu Savary](https://appshunter.io/developer/548961996) | [RO IT Consulting LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1743796072) |

## What reviewers say

### Pixel is Data

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pixel-is-data/id622378844)

Transform your photos into unique digital art by reinterpreting photographic data. Apply presets or customize parameters to create abstract and experimental visual pieces. Explore new ways to represent reality through pixel manipulation.

**Highlights:** Photo data reinterpretation, Preset parameter selection, Customizable processing parameters, Abstract art creation, Experimental visual effects

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Glitchshop

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/glitchshop-glitch-aesthetic/id1327150481)

Create unique photos and videos with a wide range of glitch and retro-style filters. Apply over 80 effects like VHS, RGB shift, and old TV intros. Customize effects by touching the screen or apply them to existing media.

**Highlights:** 80+ Glitch Effects, Glitch Camera, Glitch Maker, Adjustable Effect Parameters, Apply to Photos & Videos, VHS, RGB Shift, Old TV Effects

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $1.99 | per month |
| Glitchshop Pro Version | $9.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription | $11.99 | per year |
| UNLIMITED ACCESS | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Lots of great effects
- 👍 Fun to create art with
- 👍 Extensive selection of glitch effects
- 👍 Realistic CRT effects
- 👍 No ads

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent pop-ups asking for reviews
- 🐛 Filters don't always save correctly
- 🐛 Export/save function doesn't work consistently
- 🐛 Crashes and errors when trying to edit videos
- 🔒 Requires subscription to access camera roll

**Reported bugs**

- Filters not working as expected
- Inability to save/export videos
- Camera flipping not functioning
- Subscription issues and loss of access

**Requested features**

- Add ability to adjust effect intensity/strength
- Allow combining multiple effects
- Implement more customization options like color palettes
- Add randomness sliders for effects
- Make effects reactive to music/audio


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pixel is Data free?

Pixel is Data is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Glitchshop free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Pixel is Data or Glitchshop?

Pixel is Data is rated higher. Pixel is Data averages 4.4 out of 5 from 25 ratings, while Glitchshop averages 4.2 from 329 ratings.

### Do Pixel is Data or Glitchshop have ads?

Neither Pixel is Data nor Glitchshop shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Pixel is Data or Glitchshop?

Pixel is Data ships an update every 10 days, and Glitchshop every 3 months. Most recently, Pixel is Data was updated on November 1, 2026 and Glitchshop on November 2, 2026.

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