Best Photo Effects Free Editor Apps

231+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.4 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated November 2026

Out of 231+ photo effects free editor apps on iOS, 20 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Photo Effects Free Editor Apps (November 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Color Pop : AI Photo EditorColor Pop : AI Photo EditorFree4.6★ (78K)YesYesNov 2026
2Photo Editor ­Photo Editor ­Free4.6★ (6.8K)NoYesNov 2026
3Prisma: Photo Editor, FiltersPrisma: Photo Editor, FiltersFree4.7★ (211K)YesYesNov 2026
4Filterloop: Photo EditorFilterloop: Photo EditorFree4.3★ (13K)YesYesNov 2026
5Bokeh Photo Editor – Colorful Light Camera EffectsBokeh Photo Editor – Colorful Light Camera EffectsFree4.3★ (519)NoYesNov 2026
6Polarr: Photo Filters & EditorPolarr: Photo Filters & EditorFree4.7★ (67K)NoYesNov 2026
7PicShop Lite - Photo EditorPicShop Lite - Photo EditorFree4.6★ (1.7K)NoYesOct 2026
8MIX-Photo Editor & FiltersMIX-Photo Editor & FiltersFree4.7★ (13K)YesYesNov 2026

Top Picks for Photo Effects Free Editor

Color Pop : AI Photo Editor#1

Color Pop : AI Photo Editor by Color Pop Effects LLC

Hair,Eye,Skin Recolor Effects
Editor's Choice
📷 Photo & Video
4.6😐(78K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Transform your photos with selective coloring, recoloring tools for hair and eyes, and AI-powered enhancements. Create collages, apply advanced edits, and achieve stunning visual effects like background blur and double exposure.

What We Love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🎨 Great color editing features
  • 💡 Unique and creative effects
  • 🎨 Allows for selective coloring

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Expensive subscription model
  • 🔍 Limited free features
  • 🚫 Watermark issues
  • 🐛 Crashes and performance problems
  • 📢 Too many ads
Photo Editor ­#2

Photo Editor ­ by Gianluca Radice

Best Filters & Picture Effects
Strong Contender
📷 Photo & Video
4.6😊(6.8K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Enhance your photos with a wide array of filters, templates, and editing tools. Easily create and share stunning images for social media with a user-friendly interface and regular updates.

What We Love

  • ⭐ Best editor I have ever used
  • ⭐ Good for editing
  • ⭐ Love this app
  • ⭐ Great app
  • ⭐ Awesome app
  • ⭐ Helpful for editing
  • ⭐ Simple and easy to use
  • ⭐ Good for beginners

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Will not work
  • 🐛 Can't do anything with this app
  • 🔒 Collects and sells data from your phone
  • 🔒 Subscription required for full features
  • 🔧 Limited editing options
  • 🔧 Difficult to use interface
Prisma: Photo Editor, Filters#3

Prisma: Photo Editor, Filters by Prisma labs, inc.

Art Effects: pictures, images
Worth Considering
📷 Photo & Video
4.7😐(211K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Transform your photos into captivating digital art with AI-powered filters and editing tools. Easily create stunning selfies and unique images in seconds, with a vast library of styles to choose from.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Excellent filters and effects
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 💡 Versatile for creating artwork
  • 👍 Stunning results
  • 🚀 Efficient photo editing

Room to Improve

  • 🔒 Aggressive subscription model
  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
  • 🔋 Slow processing times
  • 💰 Overpriced subscription
  • 🔒 Unclear privacy policy

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FAQ about Photo Effects Free Editor

What are the best photo effects free editor apps for iPhone?
Color Pop : AI Photo Editor tops our photo effects free editor apps ranking as of November 2026, with a 4.6-star average from 78K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Color Pop : AI Photo Editor shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of November 2026.
We track 231+ photo effects free editor apps on the iOS App Store as of November 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.