# Slidezilla vs V2Art Special Video Effects

The clearest difference is rating: V2Art Special Video Effects at 4.6 against Slidezilla's 4.1. V2Art Special Video Effects also leads on review sentiment (90% vs 64%) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). Slidezilla's advantage is update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 8 months). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Slidezilla sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and V2Art Special Video Effects sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

V2Art Special Video Effects holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 252 and 189 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 64% of Slidezilla's written reviews are positive against 90% of V2Art Special Video Effects's.

Slidezilla ships an update every 6 weeks, V2Art Special Video Effects every 8 months. Both last shipped on November 6, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Slidezilla | V2Art Special Video Effects |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (252 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/slidezilla/id897567882/reviews) | **[4.6 (189 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/v2art-special-video-effects/id1473002904/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **252** | 189 |
| Positive reviews | 63.6% of reviews | **90.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 weeks** | Every 8 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 31 MB | 26 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Falstad.com](https://appshunter.io/developer/453338632) | [Michal Stachyra](https://appshunter.io/developer/663269552) |

## What reviewers say

### Slidezilla

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/slidezilla/id897567882)

Transform your photos and videos into engaging slideshow stories with a wide array of filters, transitions, and music. Easily create and share custom animated presentations or let the app randomize for quick, impressive results.

**Highlights:** Photo and video editing, Customizable slideshows, Hundreds of filters and transitions, Add music (yours or app's), Colorful backgrounds, Randomize slideshow generator, Instant social sharing

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Upgrade | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ✨ Easy to use and intuitive interface
- 🎬 High-quality transitions available
- 💰 Most features free without paywall
- ⚡ Quick slideshow creation
- 🎨 Good variety of filters and effects

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes
- 📸 Photos/videos not loading from camera roll
- 💧 Watermark too prominent
- 🔒 Limited free photo limit (10 photos max)
- 🎬 Cannot control transition placement

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when creating videos
- Photos and videos not appearing in selection screen
- Camera roll shows incorrect photo count
- App freezes on 'Get Started' button
- Videos appear squished and distorted

**Requested features**

- Add text overlay capability
- Import custom music from camera roll
- More transition options
- Remove or reduce watermark
- Ability to use more than 10 photos without upgrade


### V2Art Special Video Effects

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/v2art-special-video-effects/id1473002904)

Transform your videos into artistic creations with a wide array of filters and special effects. Easily apply real-time edits, from vintage looks to cartoon styles, and then save and share your masterpieces. Experiment with color and visual styles to make your footage stand out.

**Highlights:** Real-time filter application, Large selection of lenses and effects, Retro camera and vintage movie styles, Cartoonize and color manipulation, Front/back camera and gallery support, Save and publish edited videos

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PRO Version | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use and navigate
- ✨ Wide variety of fun video effects and filters
- 🤩 Transforms videos into artwork
- 🚀 Fast and efficient editing
- 💰 Good value for money (IAP)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bug with brightness slider causing black screen
- 🐛 Snowy, rainy, and matrixy FXs render in reverse motion
- 🐛 App crashes when using videos
- ❓ Missing infinity effect

**Reported bugs**

- Video preview goes black with brightness slider effect
- Snowy, rainy, and matrixy FXs play in reverse
- App crashes when using videos

**Requested features**

- Ability to fade effects in and out on a clip
- Fix for reverse motion on certain FXs
- Fix for app crashing on video use
- Restore or clarify infinity effect availability


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Slidezilla free?

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

### Is V2Art Special Video Effects free?

V2Art Special Video Effects is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Slidezilla or V2Art Special Video Effects?

V2Art Special Video Effects is rated higher. Slidezilla averages 4.1 out of 5 from 252 ratings, while V2Art Special Video Effects averages 4.6 from 189 ratings.

### Do Slidezilla or V2Art Special Video Effects have ads?

Both Slidezilla and V2Art Special Video Effects show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Slidezilla or V2Art Special Video Effects?

Slidezilla ships an update every 6 weeks, and V2Art Special Video Effects every 8 months. Most recently, Slidezilla was updated on November 6, 2026 and V2Art Special Video Effects on November 6, 2026.

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