# Filterloop vs Reflex

The clearest difference is monetization model: Reflex at freemium against Filterloop's subscription. Reflex also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 9 days vs every 2 months). Filterloop's advantage is ratings volume (13K vs 29). On price, rating, review sentiment and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Filterloop sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Reflex sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for Filterloop against 4.2 for Reflex. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Filterloop has 13K ratings behind it against 29, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 75% of Filterloop's written reviews are positive against 67% of Reflex's.

Filterloop ships an update every 2 months, Reflex every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Filterloop | Reflex |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.3 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/filterloop-photo-editor/id694431263/reviews)** | [4.2 (29 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reflex-particles-effects/id1456159174/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **13K** | 29 |
| Positive reviews | **74.6% of reviews** | 66.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Freemium** |
| Size | 317 MB | 91 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [WONDER](https://appshunter.io/developer/1629461058) | [Sviatoslav Belmeha](https://appshunter.io/developer/650555487) |

## What reviewers say

### Filterloop

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/filterloop-photo-editor/id694431263)

This app offers a comprehensive suite of tools for photo editing, allowing users to make precise adjustments and apply a wide range of creative filters. Recreate vintage analog effects, explore modern glitch art, and develop a unique editing style with layered effects and adjustable opacity.

**Highlights:** Precise image adjustments (saturation, contrast, hue, etc.), Analog photo effects (light leaks, emulsion, grain), Glitch art and distortion effects, Customizable filter packs with adjustable opacity, Layering of effects and filters, Easy sharing to social media

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

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Filterloop Premium Membership | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Plan | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Plan | $15.99 | per month |
| Monthly Plan | $20.99 | per month |
| Yearly Plan | $35.99 | per year |
| Filterloop Premium (Quarterly) | $39.99 | per 3 months |
| Yearly Plan | $40.99 | per year |
| Yearly Plan | $40.99 | per year |
| Half-Yearly Plan | $49.99 | per 6 months |
| Yearly Plan | $59.99 | per year |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| Filterloop Premium | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐ Easy to use
- 🎨 Great filters and editing tools
- 💫 Unique and creative effects
- 🖼️ Helps improve photo quality

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Aggressive monetization with ads and paywalls
- 🔄 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🔒 Lack of functionality in free version
- 🔍 Confusing navigation and UI

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when trying to save edited photos
- Purchased filters and features not working
- Inability to restore previous purchases
- Inconsistent app behavior across devices

**Requested features**

- More free filters and editing options
- Ability to save custom filter presets
- Improved stability and performance
- Better customer support


### Reflex

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reflex-particles-effects/id1456159174)

Create captivating videos with real-time AR effects powered by movement detection. Apply unique visual enhancements to live recordings or existing footage, and target specific individuals within the frame.

**Highlights:** Real-time AR effect recording, Apply effects to existing videos, Simultaneous effect application, Person detection for targeted effects, Photo capture with effects

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PRO month | $2.99 | per month |
| PRO Year | $17.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Filterloop free?

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

### Is Reflex free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Filterloop or Reflex?

Filterloop is rated higher. Filterloop averages 4.3 out of 5 from 13K ratings, while Reflex averages 4.2 from 29 ratings.

### Do Filterloop or Reflex have ads?

Filterloop shows ads; Reflex does not.

### Which is updated more often, Filterloop or Reflex?

Filterloop ships an update every 2 months, and Reflex every 9 days. Most recently, Filterloop was updated on September 24, 2026 and Reflex on September 18, 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.*