# Filterloop vs Photo Editor Effects + Filters

The clearest difference is monetization model: Photo Editor Effects + Filters at free with in-app purchases against Filterloop's subscription. Photo Editor Effects + Filters also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months) and rating (4.7 vs 4.3). Filterloop's advantage is ratings volume (13K vs 1.4K). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Filterloop sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Photo Editor Effects + Filters sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Photo Editor Effects + Filters holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Filterloop has 13K ratings behind it against 1.4K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 75% of Filterloop's written reviews are positive against 78% of Photo Editor Effects + Filters's.

Filterloop ships an update every 2 months, Photo Editor Effects + Filters weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Filterloop | Photo Editor Effects + Filters |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/filterloop-photo-editor/id694431263/reviews) | **[4.7 (1.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-editor-effects-plus-filters/id1460484280/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **13K** | 1.4K |
| Positive reviews | 74.6% of reviews | **77.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 317 MB | 295 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [WONDER](https://appshunter.io/developer/1629461058) | [VINCI APPS](https://appshunter.io/developer/1677986962) |

## 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 (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Filterloop Premium Membership | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Plan | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Plan | $15.99 | per month |
| 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


### Photo Editor Effects + Filters

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-editor-effects-plus-filters/id1460484280)

Easily enhance your photos with a vast collection of over 300 filters and special effects. Add text, stickers, and textures, or even create short videos from your pictures. Professional editing tools and social media sharing are at your fingertips.

**Highlights:** Over 300 trendy filters, Special effects (glitch, VHS, oil painting), Overlay textures (light leak, dust, rain), Cool stickers and frames, Background editing, Text editor with 60+ fonts, Video effects for photos

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Photo Editor Premium | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Photo Editor Premium Weekly NT | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Photo Editor Premium | $14.99 | per month |
| Photo Editor Premium | $24.99 | per year |
| Photo Editor Premium Yearly NT | $24.99 | per year |
| Edit photos like never before! | $24.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Excellent photo editing features
- 🎨 Wide range of filters and effects
- 💡 Intuitive and user-friendly interface
- 🎨 Ability to layer multiple elements
- 🚀 Easy to use and efficient

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🔒 Limited functionality in free version
- 🐛 Occasional freezing and glitches
- 🔋 High battery consumption

**Reported bugs**

- App freezes upon opening
- Unable to save edited photos
- Incompatibility with older devices

**Requested features**

- One-time purchase option
- More free filters and effects
- Video editing capabilities
- Customizable text options
- Ability to create GIFs


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Filterloop free?

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

### Is Photo Editor Effects + Filters free?

Photo Editor Effects + Filters is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Filterloop or Photo Editor Effects + Filters?

Photo Editor Effects + Filters is rated higher. Filterloop averages 4.3 out of 5 from 13K ratings, while Photo Editor Effects + Filters averages 4.7 from 1.4K ratings.

### Do Filterloop or Photo Editor Effects + Filters have ads?

Both Filterloop and Photo Editor Effects + Filters show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Filterloop or Photo Editor Effects + Filters?

Filterloop ships an update every 2 months, and Photo Editor Effects + Filters weekly. Most recently, Filterloop was updated on November 10, 2026 and Photo Editor Effects + Filters on November 3, 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.*