Comparison

LUT Studio vs Playturnal

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

Head to head
About

LUT Studio

Enhance your videos with professional cinematic color grading. Apply stunning film looks, adjust dynamic range with LOG profile support, and add effects like halation and grain. Transform your mobile footage into a polished masterpiece.

Highlights
  • Cinematic color grading
  • 90+ built-in LUTs
  • LOG profile support (Apple Log, DJI D-Log)
  • Halation, bloom, and film grain effects
  • Real-time LUT preview
  • Custom .cube LUT support
  • 4K export
Features
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LUT Studio - Cinematic Video LUTs & Film Look Editor Transform your footage with cinematic color grading using LUT Studio - the ultimate video color correction and editing app for creators, filmmakers, and mobile videographers. With just a few taps, you can apply beautiful, professional-grade video filters and give your videos a stunning film look. Whether you're shooting vlogs, short films, or social media clips, LUT Studio brings the power of professional color correction to your phone. Cinematic color grading made it easy. Import your clip, browse through our 90+ built-in LUTs, and instantly apply rich, moody, or vibrant tones. Our filters are optimized to match the color of a wide variety of footage styles. Whether you're aiming for a bold look or subtle enhancement, cinematic camera effects are now mobile. LOG profile support Take complete control over your dynamic range with support for major flat color profiles, including: • Apple Log • DJI Osmo Pocket 3 D-Log • DJI Mini 4 Pro • And more coming soon These profiles give you the power to push your video color grading further than ever before. Whether you're using a phone, drone, or mirrorless camera, LUT Studio helps you maximize every pixel. True film emulation Go beyond standard filters for videos. Add a cinematic touch with real film-inspired effects: • Halation - replicate glowing highlights for a dreamy, analog vibe • Bloom - soften light sources for a natural film glow • Grain - add rich texture and vintage aesthetics to your footage Our film editor tools make your footage feel like it came straight from a high-end post-production suite. Key Features: • Real-time LUT preview on video clips • Built-in and custom .cube LUT support • Halation, bloom, and film grain effects • Support for 4K export • Designed and optimized for iPhone • Works with color grading and log footage Designed for creators, by creators Whether you're capturing daily vlogs, travel footage, or professional content, LUT Studio empowers you to craft a consistent, high-quality cinematic video look. The app bridges the gap between mobile convenience and pro-level grading tools. Perfect for: • YouTubers & filmmakers • Social media creators • Drone pilots • Anyone who wants to improve video aesthetics with simple yet powerful camera filters With a clean UI and blazing-fast performance, LUT Studio is the color editor app that turns your mobile device into a pocket-sized film editor. Why LUT Studio stands out: • Powerful color grading tools without the learning curve of desktop software • Better video filters than basic apps - real cinematic results • Optimized for speed and simplicity • Compatible with footage from a wide range of sources Whether you're new to grading or a pro looking for a fast mobile solution, this cinematic camera app is your perfect companion. Apply custom filters for videos, match tones with precision, and export your masterpiece with confidence. Download LUT Studio today and unlock the power of mobile video color grading - from log profiles to the final grade. Create your look. Tell your story. Elevate your visuals. Contact Us Got questions about Lut Studio? We're here to help! Reach out to us at: Support: https://lutstudio.app/support Follow and message us on our Instagram: instagram.com/lutstudioapp/ Feel free to drop us a line anytime for support, feedback, or just to share your amazing color-graded videos with us! LUT Studio Pro After purchasing an auto-renewable subscription, you will get access to: • All 84 premium filters • Custom LUT import • Custom video codec and bitrate settings • Bloom, Grain, Halation and Glitch effects Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the period ends. Renewal is charged within the final 24 hours. Manage or cancel in your Apple Account settings. Terms of use: https://lutstudio.app/terms-of-use Privacy Policy: https://lutstudio.app/privacy-policy

About

Playturnal

Connect with other gamers, discover new titles, and share your gaming experiences. Build a gamer profile, follow friends, and post updates from your favorite games. Enjoy a personalized, chronological feed of gaming content.

Highlights
  • Gamer profile creation
  • Personal game library
  • Follow friends' activity
  • Share game clips and screenshots
  • Chronological content feed
  • Notifications for engagement
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Playturnal is the ultimate social platform built for gamers. Discover new games, connect with like-minded players, and share your favorite gaming moments — all in one place. Features: • Create your gamer profile and showcase the games you love in your personal game library • Follow friends and explore their gaming activity • Share clips, screenshots, and updates from your favorite games • Get notified when someone likes, comments, or follows • Browse a personalized feed organized chronologically so you never miss a post Whether you’re a casual player or seasoned pro, everyone can enjoy Playturnal. - PLAYTURNAL PREMIUM - Playturnal contains a paid "Unlimited" version which includes more advanced features. The core experience is completely free and you can use the app without paying. If you subscribe via Apple, payment will be charged to your App Store Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of current period. Account will be for renewal within 24 hours prior to end of current period at the rate of selected plan. Subscriptions and auto-renewals can be managed in the App Store Settings after purchase. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://playturnal.app/pages/privacy-policy

Screenshots

LUT Studio4 screens
Playturnal4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Playturnal at 100% against LUT Studio's 65%. Playturnal also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7). LUT Studio's advantage is ratings volume (821 vs 1) and update cadence (every 5 days vs monthly). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

Both are free to download. LUT Studio sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days and Playturnal sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Playturnal holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LUT Studio has 821 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 65% of LUT Studio's written reviews are positive against 100% of Playturnal's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

LUT Studio ships an update every 5 days, Playturnal monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
LUT Studio versus Playturnal: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLUT StudioPlayturnal
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (821 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews64.9% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings821 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS17.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size254 MB38 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperPhoneframes AGaaron gallo

Customer experience

LUT Studio

All ratings812 ratings
Positive92.9%
Neutral3.1%
Negative4.1%
Written reviews74 reviews
Positive64.9%
Neutral9.5%
Negative25.7%

Playturnal

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

LUT Studio

Reported bugs

12 issues
  • App crashes constantly when editing
  • Source selection does not save
  • Files do not save as intended
  • App crashes when exporting
  • App is constantly crashing
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  • App crashes after subscription
  • App crashes when exporting photos
  • App stays loading
  • App doesn't save videos, says error
  • App is unresponsive or slow to response
  • App is not active during render
  • Project gone if phone locks

Requested features

14 requests
  • Make it compatible for Mac/iPad
  • Batch process to convert files
  • iPad version of the app full screen
  • Multiple batch color grading
  • Exportation of LUTs
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  • Higher export quality
  • Remove in-app purchases
  • Make it free or a symbolic subscription
  • More free items
  • Copy edits to another clip
  • Library or settings saver
  • Make a color grade option
  • Support for more color spaces
  • Moving scratches preset

Playturnal

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

9 purchases

LUT Studio

Subscriptions9
  • Weekly subscription$7.997 Days
  • Weekly subscription3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • Monthly subscription$9.991 Month
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  • Special Offer Annual2 variants$29.991 Year
  • LUT Studio Pro7 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • LUT Studio Pro3 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • Annual Subscription$39.991 Year
  • Annual subscription$49.991 Year
  • LUT Studio Pro7 Days trial$59.991 Year
2 purchases

Playturnal

Subscriptions2
  • Playturnal Premium (Monthly Plan)1 Month trial$2.991 Month
  • Playturnal Premium (Annual Plan)1 Year trial$35.991 Year

Questions

Is LUT Studio free?
LUT Studio is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Playturnal free?
Playturnal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, LUT Studio or Playturnal?
Playturnal is rated higher. LUT Studio averages 4.7 out of 5 from 821 ratings, while Playturnal averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do LUT Studio or Playturnal have ads?
Neither LUT Studio nor Playturnal shows ads.
Which is updated more often, LUT Studio or Playturnal?
LUT Studio ships an update every 5 days, and Playturnal monthly. Most recently, LUT Studio was updated on November 8, 2026 and Playturnal on October 30, 2026.

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