31+ iOS apps curated and reviewed
LensLight Visual Effects is the household name in james grote, but it's far from the only option. We track 31+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | $4.99 | 4.4★ (134) | No | No | Aug 2026 | |
| 2 |  | $4.99 | 4.8★ (663) | No | No | Sep 2026 | |
| 3 |  | $4.99 | 4.7★ (132) | No | No | Sep 2026 | |
| 4 |  | $4.99 | 4.4★ (97) | No | No | Sep 2026 | |
| 5 |  | $4.99 | 4.7★ (650) | No | No | Sep 2026 | |
| 6 |  | Free | 4.3★ (75) | No | Yes | Sep 2026 | |
| 7 |  | Free | 4.5★ (110) | No | Yes | Sep 2026 | |
| 8 |  | $4.99 | 3.5★ (32) | No | No | Aug 2026 |
Enhance your photos with a vast array of interactive lighting effects. This app offers dynamic Bokeh, Lens Flares, Light Leaks, Spotlights, and Rainbow Effects, all rendered in real-time with a powerful Optics Engine. Achieve professional-looking results with dynamic light manipulation.
Enhance your photos with a wide array of realistic optical effects. Add professional touches like anamorphic flares, sun rays, and sci-fi light effects with just a few taps. Transform your images into stunning works of art.
Transform ordinary photos into futuristic space scenes. Add planets, galaxies, stars, and lens flares to create otherworldly images. Customize your sky and give your photos a unique sci-fi feel.
