Best Filter Effects Apps

232+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.2 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated October 2026

The best filter effects apps on iPhone average 4.2★ across 232+ titles — we've ranked them by what real users actually keep on their phones. Updated October 2026.

Compare top Filter Effects Apps (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1VideX - Video Effects and FiltersVideX - Video Effects and FiltersFree2.5★ (6)NoNoMay 2026
21967: Retro Filters & Effects1967: Retro Filters & EffectsFree4.5★ (34K)YesYesNov 2026
3EFEKT Video Effects & FiltersEFEKT Video Effects & FiltersFree4.6★ (17K)YesYesNov 2026
4Face Effects, Filters & EmojisFace Effects, Filters & EmojisFree4.3★ (5K)YesYesNov 2026
5Filters for Pictures - TwiggyFilters for Pictures - TwiggyFree4.4★ (82)NoYesOct 2026
6PRESETS: Filters for PicturesPRESETS: Filters for PicturesFree4.8★ (10K)NoYesNov 2026
7Photo Filters & Blend EffectsPhoto Filters & Blend EffectsFree5.0★ (1)YesYesMay 2026
8Filto: AI Photo & Video EditorFilto: AI Photo & Video EditorFree4.7★ (167K)YesYesNov 2026

Top Picks for Filter Effects

1967: Retro Filters & Effects#2

1967: Retro Filters & Effects by Maple Media Apps, LLC

Vintage Camera + Photo Editor
Strong Contender
📷 Photo & Video
4.5😐(34K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Transform your photos with authentic vintage analog camera effects. Apply over 200 retro filters, light leaks, grain, and dust for a nostalgic look. Easily adjust effects and opacity for a unique, old-school aesthetic.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Great filters
  • 👍 Simplistic and easy to use
  • 💡 Unique vintage style
  • 🚀 Intuitive interface

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Crashes and glitches
  • 💰 Too many paid filters
  • 🔍 Confusing navigation
  • 🔍 Difficult to use
EFEKT Video Effects & Filters#3

EFEKT Video Effects & Filters by PicsArt, Inc.

Clip Editing, Glitch & Blur FX
Worth Considering
📷 Photo & Video
4.6😊(17K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Create unique videos and photos with dynamic, sound-reactive effects. Morph your reality with over 50 customizable visual styles and add personalized touches with drawing tools and text overlays. Export in Full HD for sharing on social media.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Great effects
  • 👍 Customizable effects
  • 🎨 Unique and creative effects
  • 💡 Powerful video editing capabilities
  • 👍 User-friendly interface

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Subscription model is frustrating
  • 🔒 Many effects locked behind paywall
  • 🔒 Inability to use all features without subscription
  • 🔋 Battery drain issues
  • 🐛 Occasional crashes and glitches

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FAQ about Filter Effects

What are the best filter effects apps for iPhone?
VideX - Video Effects and Filters tops our filter effects apps ranking as of October 2026, with a 2.5-star average from 6 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top filter effects apps we rank are free to download, including VideX - Video Effects and Filters and 1967: Retro Filters & Effects.
VideX - Video Effects and Filters has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 232+ filter effects apps on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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