Comparison

GlitchVideo vs Video Editor ‧

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

GlitchVideo

Apply a variety of glitch effects to your videos in real-time or import existing footage. Easily change effects by touching the screen, even while recording. Save your glitched creations directly to your camera roll.

Highlights
  • Real-time glitch effects
  • 5 effect types
  • Touch screen effect control
  • Import from Camera Roll
  • Direct save to Camera Roll
Features
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You can glitch your videos with this app. ** Features - You can glitch video in real-time, and also can import videos from your Camera Roll. - You can change effects by touching screen (even if during video recording). - Videos taken in the app are saved directly to your Camera Roll.

About

Video Editor ‧

This app offers a comprehensive suite of tools for creating professional-quality videos and photos. It features AI-powered generation of scripts, captions, and entire videos from text, alongside traditional editing functions like trimming, merging, and adding effects. It also includes photo editing capabilities and creator studio tools.

Highlights
  • AI Script Generator
  • AI Caption Generator
  • Text to Video Generator
  • Trim, Cut, Crop Video
  • Add Music & FX Effects
  • Photo Editing Tools
  • Slideshow Maker
Features
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#1 Video Editor App | AI Video Maker | Text to Video | Add Music & FX Effects Create professional, cinematic videos in minutes with the ultimate Video Editor, Movie Maker & AI Video Generator. Whether you're creating reels, shorts, vlogs, stories, or social media content, this powerful all-in-one editor gives you advanced tools in a simple, beautifully redesigned interface. --------- AI Video Tools – Create Smarter --------- Level up your content with powerful AI features: • AI Script Generator for Video – Instantly generate scripts for reels, ads, shorts & stories • AI Caption Generator – Auto caption for videos with accurate subtitles • Text to Video Generator – Turn ideas into ready-to-share videos • AI Video Maker & AI Video Editor – Smart automatic editing • Ready-made AI templates with transitions & music sync Create content faster with intelligent automation. ---------Professional Video Editor & Movie Maker--------- Everything you need to edit like cinematic: • Trim, Cut & Crop video with precision • Merge clips easily • Add music to video (your own music or original sound) • Add smooth transitions between clips • Cinematic FX effects & professional filters • Slow Motion video editor • Reverse video tool • Brightness, contrast, exposure & saturation controls • Sharpness & color correction tools • Video collage & mirror effects Designed for creators who want powerful cinematic editing tools without complexity. --------- All-in-One Photo Editor --------- Edit photos with professional quality: • Advanced filters & effects • Color grading & exposure tools • Warmth, sharpness & clarity adjustment • Creative overlays Photo and video editing in one complete app. --------- Creator Studio Tools --------- • Slideshow Maker • Intro Maker • Screen Recorder • Reaction Camera • Video Compressor Perfect for YouTube creators, influencers, vloggers, and short-form video makers. --------- Add Music to Video --------- • Add background music • Import your own tracks • Keep original audio • Sync music with transitions Make every video more engaging and dynamic. ~ Premium SUBSCRIPTION details ~
Unlock ALL Video Editor, Slide Show Maker, music effects, soundtracks, transitions and unlimited saves with the Premium Version. When subscribing, enjoy 3 days of free trial. The Yearly subscriptions are $29.99 per Year!

 The weekly subscriptions is just $3.99 per week! Please, know that:
 - Subscriptions are automatically renewed unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours prior to the end of the current subscription period. 
 - Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account when your purchase is confirmed. 
- Renewal will be charged to your account within 24-hours prior to the end of the subscription current period. 
- Subscriptions may be managed and auto-renewal may be turned off in the user's Account Settings after purchase. - No current subscription can be canceled during its active subscription period.
 - Where applicable, purchase of subscription will result in the forfeit by the user of any unused portion of the free trial period, if offered.

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Screenshots

GlitchVideo3 screens
Video Editor ‧4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Video Editor ‧ at 4.4 against GlitchVideo's 3.4. Video Editor ‧ also leads on ratings volume (33K vs 175) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 3 months). GlitchVideo's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. GlitchVideo sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Video Editor ‧ sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Video Editor ‧ holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Video Editor ‧ has 33K ratings behind it against 175, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 60% of GlitchVideo's written reviews are positive against 65% of Video Editor ‧'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

GlitchVideo ships an update every 3 months, Video Editor ‧ fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on August 24, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
GlitchVideo versus Video Editor ‧: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGlitchVideoVideo Editor ‧
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.4 (175 ratings)4.4 (33K ratings) — better
Positive reviews60.0% of reviews65.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings17533K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.415.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size52 MB194 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYU HASHIZUMEIAPPTECHNOLOGIES LLP

Customer experience

GlitchVideo

All ratings175 ratings
Positive56.0%
Neutral9.7%
Negative34.3%
Written reviews115 reviews
Positive60.0%
Neutral12.2%
Negative27.8%

Video Editor ‧

All ratings32,884 ratings
Positive83.1%
Neutral5.3%
Negative11.6%
Written reviews380 reviews
Positive65.0%
Neutral12.1%
Negative22.9%

User reviews

GlitchVideo

From 175 App Store ratings

What we love

  • ✨ High-quality glitch effects
  • 💰 Completely free with no paywalls
  • 🎨 Creative and artistic features
  • 👍 Easy to use interface
  • 🎬 Works with existing videos and live footage

Room to improve

  • 📺 Crops and zooms videos excessively
  • 🔊 No audio playback during editing
  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezes
  • 📹 Records only 1-2 seconds of video
  • 🎯 Inconsistent and confusing interface

Video Editor ‧

From 33K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🎨 Variety of editing tools
  • 🎥 Good video quality
  • 🎶 Ability to add music

Room to improve

  • 💰 Many features require paid subscription
  • 🔒 Difficulty cancelling subscription
  • 🐛 Crashes and bugs
  • 🚫 Limited free features

Bugs and requests

GlitchVideo

Reported bugs

12 issues
  • App crashes when importing videos
  • Photos and videos not loading from gallery
  • Recording stops after 1-2 seconds
  • App freezes during effect application
  • Settings menu unresponsive
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  • Video export fails after import
  • Audio not syncing with video
  • Image flipping unexpectedly
  • Excessive ad interruptions during use
  • Unexpected charges/billing issues
  • Video sides cut off during glitch effect
  • App won't work without camera/microphone enabled

Requested features

13 requests
  • Audio playback during video editing
  • Ability to sync effects with music beats
  • Lockable effect controls (no need to hold slider)
  • Apply multiple effects simultaneously
  • Preset filters and random mode
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  • Square video format for Instagram
  • Widescreen/landscape support without zooming
  • SoundCloud music integration
  • More glitch effect varieties
  • Glitch sound effects
  • Option to remove ads (paid version)
  • Easier effect selection preview
  • Better video import functionality

Video Editor ‧

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Saving videos not working
  • Glitches when trying to add audio
  • Editing features not functioning properly

Requested features

4 requests
  • More free effects and transitions
  • Ability to edit text during video
  • Combine photos and videos in one project
  • Crop and resize background

In-app purchases

1 purchases

GlitchVideo

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$0.99
11 purchases

Video Editor ‧

Subscriptions4
  • Subscription Video Editor3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • Monthly Subscription's3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Unlock All Premium3 Days trial$29.991 Year
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  • Video Music Maker3 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time7
  • remove ads$0.99
  • Video FX$1.99
  • Remove Watermark$1.99
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  • Unlock More Videos$1.99
  • Unlock Premium$4.99
  • Unlock All$9.99
  • One Time Purchase$59.99

Questions

Is GlitchVideo free?
GlitchVideo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Video Editor ‧ free?
Video Editor ‧ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, GlitchVideo or Video Editor ‧?
Video Editor ‧ is rated higher. GlitchVideo averages 3.4 out of 5 from 175 ratings, while Video Editor ‧ averages 4.4 from 33K ratings.
Do GlitchVideo or Video Editor ‧ have ads?
Neither GlitchVideo nor Video Editor ‧ shows ads.
Which is updated more often, GlitchVideo or Video Editor ‧?
GlitchVideo ships an update every 3 months, and Video Editor ‧ fortnightly. Most recently, GlitchVideo was updated on August 24, 2026 and Video Editor ‧ on September 26, 2026.

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