Comparison

LUT Studio vs LogGate LUTLab

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

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About

LUT Studio

Easily apply professional cinematic color grading to your videos with a wide range of built-in filters and advanced film emulation effects. Supports LOG profiles for greater control and offers real-time previews and 4K export.

Highlights
  • Cinematic color grading
  • 90+ built-in LUTs
  • LOG profile support
  • Halation, bloom, and film grain effects
  • Real-time LUT preview
  • Custom .cube LUT support
  • 4K export
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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 DaVinci Resolve - style 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 (from DaVinci Resolve and more) • 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: Email: https://www.phone-frames.com 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! Terms of use: https://lutstudio.app/terms-of-use Privacy Policy: https://lutstudio.app/privacy-policy

About

LogGate LUTLab

Transform Apple Log footage into polished videos directly on your iPhone or iPad. Preview color grading in real-time, apply professional LUTs, and export ready-to-share clips without needing a desktop. Offers on-device processing for privacy and speed.

Highlights
  • Real-time Apple Log preview
  • Built-in and custom LUT import
  • On-device processing
  • Export H.264 and HEVC
  • Browse and import from Photos
  • iPhone and iPad optimized
Features
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LUT Lab turns your Apple Log footage into finished, color-graded video — right on your iPhone or iPad. No desktop required. Shoot in Apple Log on iPhone 15 Pro or later, then open LUT Lab to instantly see how your footage will look with a professional color transform applied. Preview in real time, pick a LUT, and export a polished clip ready to share or drop into your editing timeline. REAL-TIME APPLE LOG PREVIEW See your Apple Log clips transformed to Rec.709 the moment you open them. No more guessing what flat, desaturated log footage will look like once graded. Tap to toggle between the original log image and the graded result. BUILT-IN LUT — FREE TO USE Start with the included Apple Log → Rec.709 V1 transform and see your footage in accurate Rec.709 the moment you open it. UNLOCK MORE WITH LUT LAB PRO Upgrade to access Apple Log V2, the full built-in LUT catalog, custom .cube LUT import, and HEVC export. One purchase, no subscription. BROWSE & IMPORT FROM PHOTOS LUT Lab connects to your Photos library and automatically detects Apple Log clips. Browse, select, and start grading without leaving the app. EXPORT YOUR GRADE Export in H.264 (free) or upgrade to Pro for HEVC (H.265) — smaller files, same cinema quality. Finished clips save to Photos or share via AirDrop, Messages, or any app on your device. ENTIRELY ON-DEVICE No cloud. No accounts. LUT Lab processes everything locally on your device using Metal-accelerated rendering. Your footage never leaves your phone. BUILT FOR iPHONE & iPAD Designed for iPhone 15 Pro and later — the devices that shoot Apple Log. iPad support with an adapted layout for larger screens makes grading even more comfortable. WHO IS LUT LAB FOR? • iPhone filmmakers who shoot Apple Log and want to preview their look on set • Creators who grade on desktop but want a quick mobile preview of their LUTs • Videographers who need to send a graded clip to a client from their phone • Anyone who wants their Apple Log footage to look great without opening a full NLE From the makers of LogGate — trusted tools for iPhone video professionals. FREE TO START, UPGRADE FOR MORE Download LUT Lab free for the core Apple Log preview workflow, then unlock premium features with an in-app purchase when you need the full toolset.

Screenshots

LUT Studio4 screens
LogGate LUTLab4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: LUT Studio at 4.7 against LogGate LUTLab's 1.0. LUT Studio also leads on ratings volume (789 vs 1). 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 10 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days and LogGate LUTLab sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

LUT Studio holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LUT Studio has 789 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
LUT Studio versus LogGate LUTLab: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLUT StudioLogGate LUTLab
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (789 ratings) — better1.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews64.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings789 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 5 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size268 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPhoneframes AGMatt Stevens

Customer experience

LUT Studio

All ratings786 ratings
Positive92.7%
Neutral3.2%
Negative4.1%
Written reviews74 reviews
Positive64.9%
Neutral9.5%
Negative25.7%

LogGate LUTLab

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

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

LogGate LUTLab

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 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 Annual$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
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium$109.99
1 purchases

LogGate LUTLab

One-time1
  • LUT Lab Pro$4.99

Questions

Is LUT Studio free?
LUT Studio is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is LogGate LUTLab free?
LogGate LUTLab is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, LUT Studio or LogGate LUTLab?
LUT Studio is rated higher. LUT Studio averages 4.7 out of 5 from 789 ratings, while LogGate LUTLab averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.
Do LUT Studio or LogGate LUTLab have ads?
Neither LUT Studio nor LogGate LUTLab shows ads.

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