# FilterTok vs Playpen

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Playpen at 88% against FilterTok's 17%. Playpen also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.1) and in-app purchases (none vs 3). FilterTok's advantage is ratings volume (2.7K vs 25) and chart position (#123 vs unranked). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. FilterTok sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Playpen asks for nothing beyond the download.

Playpen holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FilterTok has 2.7K ratings behind it against 25, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 17% of FilterTok's written reviews are positive against 88% of Playpen's.

FilterTok ships an update weekly, Playpen every 3 days. Both last shipped on November 4, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | FilterTok | Playpen |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (2.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/filtertok-filter-games/id6739603147/reviews) | **[4.8 (25 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/playpen-filter-games/id6740997199/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2.7K** | 25 |
| Positive reviews | 17.2% of reviews | **87.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Weekly | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#123** | — |
| Size | 104 MB | 173 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 15.5 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Vir Reality Labs, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1690270289) | [BUILT BY FOUNDRY, INC.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1792457041) |

## What reviewers say

### FilterTok

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/filtertok-filter-games/id6739603147)

**Currently charting:** #123 Top Free · Music, #132 Top Grossing · Music (US App Store)

Engage in interactive AR filter games using your face, voice, or movement. Compete for high scores, challenge friends, and share your best moments on social media. Discover trending viral filters and enjoy endless fun with constantly updated challenges.

**Highlights:** Play viral AR filter games, Hands-free gameplay (face, voice, movement), Compete for high scores, Challenge friends, Share to social media, Constantly updated challenges

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium (1 Week) | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium (1 Month) | $4.99 | per month |
| Premium (1 Year) | $24.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🤫 Found a secret feature
- 👍 Fun filters
- 🙂 Some good games

**What reviewers complain about**

- 😤 Ads don't work
- 🤔 Filters not showing up
- ⏱️ Long wait times to play

**Reported bugs**

- Filters not working
- Truth or Lie game not accurate

**Requested features**

- More games
- More filters
- Ability to switch between games


### Playpen

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/playpen-filter-games/id6740997199)

Instantly play trending mini-games directly from videos without downloads or ads. Challenge friends in private "Playpens" with voice notes and emojis, and compete on global leaderboards. Experience viral game filters on another level.

**Highlights:** Instant gameplay from videos, No downloads or wait times, Auto-records gameplay and reactions, Private 'Playpens' for friends, Voice notes and emojis on clips, Global leaderboards

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FilterTok free?

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

### Is Playpen free?

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

### Which has better reviews, FilterTok or Playpen?

Playpen is rated higher. FilterTok averages 4.1 out of 5 from 2.7K ratings, while Playpen averages 4.8 from 25 ratings.

### Do FilterTok or Playpen have ads?

FilterTok shows ads; Playpen does not.

### Which is updated more often, FilterTok or Playpen?

FilterTok ships an update weekly, and Playpen every 3 days. Most recently, FilterTok was updated on November 4, 2026 and Playpen on November 4, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*