# Filterloop vs Spool

The clearest difference is monetization model: Spool at free with in-app purchases against Filterloop's subscription. Spool also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (4.7 vs 4.3). Filterloop's advantage is review sentiment (75% vs 49%) and ratings volume (13K vs 2.1K). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Filterloop sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Spool sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Spool 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 2.1K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 75% of Filterloop's written reviews are positive against 49% of Spool's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Filterloop ships an update every 2 months, Spool every 4 weeks. Both last shipped on November 7, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Filterloop | Spool |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/filterloop-photo-editor/id694431263/reviews) | **[4.7 (2.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spool-music-video-editor/id1604274234/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **13K** | 2.1K |
| Positive reviews | **74.6% of reviews** | 49.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 4 weeks** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 317 MB | 80 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **15.5** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Vision Pro** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [WONDER](https://appshunter.io/developer/1629461058) | [Pixite Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/285719021) |

## 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


### Spool

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spool-music-video-editor/id1604274234)

Easily create professional music videos with studio-quality visual effects on your mobile device. This app combines a drum machine with video editing, offering intuitive tools to sync visuals with your music. Import your own footage or use a curated library of content and effects.

**Highlights:** Real-time visual effects performance, Audio-reactive effects, BPM Sync for music synchronization, Extensive library of curated visuals, Import custom video footage, Multiple export formats for social media

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Spool Pro - Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Spool Pro - Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Spool Pro - Yearly | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Intuitive and easy to use
- 🎨 Impressive visual effects
- ⚡ Efficient real-time editing
- 👍 Enjoyable creative process
- 🎶 Great for creating music videos

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Limited video templates
- 🔀 Difficulty switching between clips and audio
- 📥 Issues with exporting and rendering videos
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs

**Reported bugs**

- Exporting issues with specific clips
- Audio waveform not displaying correctly
- Freezing and crashing during export
- Inability to load user's own audio/video
- Subscription and purchase flow problems

**Requested features**

- Expand video template library
- Allow for multiple decks per song
- Add more video and audio clip options
- Improve export quality and stability
- Offer a one-time purchase option


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Filterloop free?

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

### Is Spool free?

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

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

Spool is rated higher. Filterloop averages 4.3 out of 5 from 13K ratings, while Spool averages 4.7 from 2.1K ratings.

### Do Filterloop or Spool have ads?

Filterloop shows ads; Spool does not.

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

Filterloop ships an update every 2 months, and Spool every 4 weeks. Most recently, Filterloop was updated on November 7, 2026 and Spool on November 7, 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.*