# Bluristic vs Distressed FX

The clearest difference is price: Bluristic at $4.99 against Distressed FX's $19.99. Bluristic also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 10) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.6). Distressed FX's advantage is rating (4.8 vs 3.8) and ratings volume (1.2K vs 27). On review sentiment, update cadence, ads and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Bluristic costs $4.99 and Distressed FX $19.99 up front. Distressed FX sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Bluristic asks for nothing beyond the download.

Distressed FX holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Distressed FX has 1.2K ratings behind it against 27, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 74% of Bluristic's written reviews are positive against 72% of Distressed FX's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Bluristic ships an update every 2 months, Distressed FX every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Bluristic | Distressed FX |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$4.99** | $19.99 |
| Rating | [3.8 (27 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bluristic-long-exposure/id879408799/reviews) | **[4.8 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/distressed-fx-plus/id1441905750/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 27 | **1.2K** |
| Positive reviews | **74.4% of reviews** | 72.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Best chart rank | #99 | **#60** |
| Size | 17 MB | 51 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Johannes Pfahler](https://appshunter.io/developer/725328483) | [We Are Here](https://appshunter.io/developer/585702634) |

## What reviewers say

### Bluristic

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bluristic-long-exposure/id879408799)

**Currently charting:** #99 Top Paid · Photo & Video (US App Store)

Create stunning long exposure photos with real-time object tracking. This app allows you to capture motion blur in the foreground and background by moving your device or tracking moving subjects after recording. It offers multiple capture modes and high-resolution export options.

**Highlights:** Real-time object tracking, Post-capture object tracking, Multiple capture modes (Blend, Additive, Negative), JPG and PNG export, Capture images in 4K, Exposure control

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Distressed FX

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/distressed-fx-plus/id1441905750)

**Currently charting:** #60 Top Paid · Photo & Video (US App Store)

Transform ordinary photos into unique works of art with a vast collection of textures and overlays. This app offers exclusive access to all current and future filters and effects for a single payment, making photo editing accessible and creative.

**Highlights:** Access to all current and future filters, Exclusive new effects and features, Wide range of textured images and overlays, Transform mundane photos into art, Ideal for still life and landscape photography

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Beyond Skies | Free | one-time |
| The Heavens | Free | one-time |
| Bokeh Illusions | Free | one-time |
| The Lights | Free | one-time |
| Box of colors | Free | one-time |
| Old World Gallery | Free | one-time |
| Painterly Grunge | Free | one-time |
| The Neutrals | Free | one-time |
| Vintage Collection | Free | one-time |
| Atmospheric Light | Free | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Creative and artistic photo editing
- 🎨 Excellent texture and overlay options
- 💡 Customizable layers and blending modes
- 🎨 Ability to create unique digital art

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Compatibility issues with new iOS versions
- 🐛 Crashing and download errors
- 🐛 Inability to restore previous purchases
- 🤔 Lack of clear instructions and tutorials

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to download or load certain textures/overlays
- App crashing when opening photos
- Saving edited photos at lower resolutions

**Requested features**

- Masking and selective editing tools
- Zoom and precise control for editing
- Ability to use app on Mac devices
- Improved customer support and communication


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Bluristic free?

Bluristic costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Distressed FX free?

Distressed FX costs $19.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Bluristic or Distressed FX?

Distressed FX is rated higher. Bluristic averages 3.8 out of 5 from 27 ratings, while Distressed FX averages 4.8 from 1.2K ratings.

### Do Bluristic or Distressed FX have ads?

Neither Bluristic nor Distressed FX shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Bluristic or Distressed FX?

Bluristic ships an update every 2 months, and Distressed FX every 3 months. Most recently, Bluristic was updated on November 3, 2026 and Distressed FX on November 2, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Bluristic or Distressed FX?

Bluristic currently peaks at #99 in the App Store charts, and Distressed FX at #60. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*