The Apple iOS operating system continues to bring more apps to the iTunes App Store. But how can you tell if an app is really worth your money? Look no further. Here are some of the best apps offering photo editing tools.
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Best Apps For Making Edits On Iphone
- Quik for Mobile
By GoPro
Quik video editing app for mobile
Picture Credit: GoPro
Quik is a video editing software that was developed by GoPro. Compatible with footage shot on iPhone, Android, and GoPro cameras this app is a versatile option for filmmakers.
Quik comes with advanced editing features like slo mo and automatic audio detection. This software was developed with action photography in mind. The GPS Sticker feature shows how fast, high, or far you were going. Little elements like this make it perfect for editing action packed videos.
Using Quik you can trim, reorder, zoom, and rotate your videos. Or, you can use their Smart Cut tool which trims your videos for you. The app comes with 26 themes for IOS each with transitions and graphics. Also with more than 100 free songs to choose it’s easy to find the perfect background music.
Quik is available for Free in the App Store and is a great option for the adventurous filmmaker.
- Final Cut Pro
Professional post-production by Apple
Final Cut Pro is an advanced video editing software made for MacOS users. This powerful app is great for iPhone filmmakers that want to create complex projects with added effects.
Their user friendly interface comes with handy features like Magnetic Timeline. This tool allows you to trim and move clips seamlessly without disrupting the rest of the video. For extra convenience clips can be color coded to make staying organized simple.
Many iPhone creators want to achieve ultra wide aspect ratios and use an anamorphic lens attachment to do so. The anamorphic lens became popular among iPhone filmmakers because it stretches the x-axis and creates a wide horizontal frame. Final Cut Pro features software that can de-squeeze your ultra wide footage to make it fit into a normalized letterboxd frame.
Final Cut Pro has many programs that make it a professional level video editing app. Some noteworthy features include: advanced audio editing, 360° VR Editing, Motion Graphics, and Advanced Color Editing.
Final Cut Pro is available for download in the App Store. Downloading this app requires a one time payment of $299.99 that gives you unlimited access to every feature. No in-app purchases required.
- LumaFusion
Pro video editing and effect by Luma Touch LLC
LumaFusion video editing software for iPhone
Photo Credit: 9TO5MAC
LumaFusion Pro has been a popular choice in the App Store for quite some time and ranks #21 among Photo & Video apps. For an affordable price this app provides many advanced features that makes it easy to create high quality content from your iPhone.
Like Final Cut Pro, LumaFusion Pro also has a magnetic timeline that makes rearranging your video content less time consuming. This app also allows you to drop markers to leave comments as well as multi-select clips to be deleted, moved, or copied. The intuitive interface creates a stress free experience when working on complex projects.
This software allows you to layer styles and effects to your videos. Using the Titler effect you can add multi-layer titles in a variety of shapes, texts, and images. LumaFusion is also capable of fully color correcting your footage from distortions such as over-exposure. Using the real-time preview you can access all the changes that have been made to your video.
This comprehensive video editing app takes into account all the essential tools needed for video editing and added in some cool advanced features too. The LumaFusion app is available for download for IOS. It costs $29.99 to download but this doesn’t include advanced features which can be bought in the app.
- Adobe Premiere Rush for Video
Create, edit & share videos by Adobe Inc.
Adobe Premiere Rush is like the little sister to Adobe’s Premiere Pro editing software. The powerful but simplistic design of Adobe Rush provides just the necessities. Rush is a relatively new addition to Adobe’s portfolio and is designed for iPhone and DSLR filmmakers that want to edit and upload content quickly.
Premiere Rush lays out your digital assets in a left to right chronological order. Navigating the Rush dashboard is very straightforward and can oftentimes be done without any instruction. The best thing about this software is its limited choices for editing.
When comparing Adobe Rush to software like Final Cut Pro or Adobe Premiere Pro you will notice that it lacks manual controls options. Adobe Rush is a good option for vloggers and video creators who require just the basics for editing.
A subscription to Adobe Premiere Rush costs $9.99/month and includes access to Adobe Fonts, Adobe Portfolio, and Adobe Sparks plus 100GB of cloud storage. Rush is available for download in the app store and is compatible with Mac, Windows, iOS, and Android devices that meet the minimum system requirements.
- iMovie
Turn videos into movie magic by Apple
iMovie video editing app for IOS
Picture Credit: The Apple Post
iMovie is the OG video editing software developed by Apple for IOS and MacOs users. Similar to Adobe Premiere Rush this iMove also provides the most basic video editing tools. iMovie offers the simplistic user interface that only Apple knows how to design.
Using iMovie you can add custom logos, cast names, and credit roles by selecting a style template that best fits your video. Using this app you get access to ten filters and eight themes to choose from. iMovie also comes with a small collection of audio effects and music.
Again, if you are looking for advanced video editing software it’s better to choose an application like Final Cut Pro or LumaFusion. iMovie takes the minimalist approach to video editing and is best suited for individuals new to editing.
You can download iMovie for free in the App Store with no in-app purchases needed.
- Filmmaker Pro Video Editor
Video Editor & Movie Maker by Samer Azzam
Filmmaker Pro video editing software for iPhone
Photo Credit: Apple App Store
Filmmaker Pro is like an advanced version of iMovie. This app also provides basic video editing tools but comes with more manual options that let you control how your video is recorded.
The most exciting feature available with Filmmaker Pro is the ability to easily swap out any green screen background with only a few taps. This video editing app also allows you to adjust the color gradient, white balance, and saturation. Complete with 30 options for filters and transitions this app comes with enough tools to keep you entertained for quite a while.
Filmmaker Pro is a good option for intermediate video creators whose skills have outgrown iMovie. You can download this app for free in the Apple Store but in-app purchases are required to access advanced tools.
- Splice Video Editor and Maker
By Bending Spoons Apps IVS
Splice video editing software for iphone
Photo Credit: Elegant Themes
Splice is different from other video editing apps because it’s mainly designed for social media content. Splice stresses the importance of optimizing videos for social media sharing rather than exporting files to a computer.
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- iMovie
iMovie Settings iPhone
Any list of free iOS video editing apps wouldn’t be complete without Apple’s iMovie. The app should be your first choice for editing on an iPhone or iPad. While the interface might look overwhelming at first, it offers a number of powerful features and is as close to a desktop-class video editor you can find on an iOS device.
There are two major features to take advantage of. The surprisingly powerful editor allows you to select from eight themes complete with matching titles, transitions, and music. Additionally, the app offers 10 different filters to select from. You can create a movie’s soundtrack using built-in music and sound effects, music from your library, or even your own narration.
If you’re looking for something different, iMovie has a great feature to help you make Hollywood-style movie trailers with included graphics and scores.
You can save or share both types of movies in 4K or 1080p at 60FPS. Make sure to take a look at our great guide to editing videos on iPhone, which includes a number of iMovie tips.
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Download: iMovie (Free)
- KineMaster
Kinemaster Main Editing Screen
KineMaster is a great way to craft videos with a host of editing tools and other features for free. To begin, you can start a project with a number of aspect ratios, everything from the cinematic 16:9 to the Instagram-perfect 1:1.
Then it’s time to add transitions, text, music, and more to the video with an easy-to-use interface. You can combine multiple layers of video, images, stickers, special effects, text, and handwriting in the final result. A number of video assets are included to use for free.
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To help craft immersive audio, you can take advantage of EQ presets, ducking, and volume envelope tools.
Videos can be edited and exported at up to 4K 60FPS.
You’ll need a subscription to remove the watermark from completed videos and unlock a number of additional tool presets. You’ll also receive access to additional assets to use with videos, like backgrounds.
Download: KineMaster (Free, subscription available)
- PowerDirector
PowerDirector Editing
For a top-notch option that can easily edit and export 4K video, give PowerDirector a try. One of the best features is the ability to fix shaky cam footage with a video stabilizer. You can also create fun intros with animated titles. And to make your audio stand out, give the voice changer a try. Replace the background with a green screen editor for an unlimited number of great possibilities.
Other features include the ability to combine pictures and video into one clip and to add text or animated titles to videos. After editing, it’s easy to upload to both YouTube and Facebook for maximum exposure.
The free download offers limited functionality. To make the most use of the app, you’ll need a subscription. That brings 4K video, customized text styles, use of more than 3 million videos from Shutterstock, and more.
Download: PowerDirector (Free, in-app purchases and subscription available)
- Videorama Video Editor
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Videorama Main Screen.
Videorama Import Media.
Videorama Pixabay Selection.
Videorama is another solid video editor. After opening the app, you can pick from three different video orientations: landscape, portrait, or square. The square size is perfect for Instagram.
Easily the app’s best feature is its ability to download free videos and photos from Pixabay. It also allows you to download video effects, sound effects, and copyright-free music.
On the editing timeline, you’ll see the usual array of editing tools at the bottom including adding text, photos, music, and filters. Tapping the video slider at the top reveals four more tools. These include options to edit the clip, remove it, duplicate it, and add different transition effects.
The free version of the app allows you to create short 720p videos with a Videorama watermark. You can pay for a monthly subscription to unlock all the features of the app. That will remove the watermark, provide access to premium content and features, allow you to create 1080p and 60FPS videos, and give you the ability to share content longer than three minutes.
Download: Videorama Video Editor (Free, in-app purchases available)
- FilmoraGo
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FilmoraGo main page
Filmorago transitions
Filmorago filters
Just for the iPhone, FilmoraGo offers tons of video editing options to showcase your creativity. A great timeline view makes it simple to juggle multiple videos and trim, split, duplicate, and more.
The app offers royalty-free music and built-in sound effects to add even more to a video. You can also record your own unique voiceovers. For even more fun, the app supports filters and text overlays. And you can add multiple layers of effects to a single video. When you’re feeling adventurous, you can use the app to record video with both the front and rear camera simultaneously with an iPhone XR or later. There are also video filters available for retouching.
You can try out the app for free. But to make use of all the features, you’ll need a subscription. Subscribers can make use of multiple layers, videos of unlimited length filters, and much more.
Download: FilmoraGo (Free, in-app purchases and subscription available)
- InShot
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InShot Main Screen.
Inshot change background.
InShot Editing.
Whether you’re creating the perfect video for Instagram or anywhere else, InShot features the tools you need. Some of the best features allow you to add the perfect soundtrack to your video. The app allows you to add your own music or you can even select from sound effects or a voiceover. It’s easy to sync the sound and video.
For the video, you can add text, emojis, and even animated stickers while also adding a stable of filters and effects.
A subscription will give you access to all paid transitions, effects, stickers, and more. You’ll also be able to export video without a watermark and use the app ad-free. If you’d rather not subscribe, there are a number of in-app purchases available to unlock additional filter and effect packs and to remove the watermark and advertisements.
Download: InShot (Free, in-app purchases and subscription available)
- Videoshop
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Videoshop import video.
Videoshop add sticker.
Videoshop change speed.
Another great free video editing app for your iPhone is Videoshop. The interface is easy to use for even the most inexperienced video editor. To start, you can import a video, shoot directly from the app, or even import a snippet of popular viral videos.
To make it simple during editing, you can customize the toolbars to show only the tools you select. On a video, you can trim and split videos into multiple clips while adjusting with a wide variety of tools. Along with music for an audio track, you can add sound effects or even record your own voiceover.
A subscription will unlock a number of additional features. Some of those include removing watermarks on exported video, 4K video export, additional filters and transitions, and more.
You can also unlock the entire app for a one-time purchase. There are also standalone purchases available to remove watermarks and for the impose tool.
Download: Videoshop (Free, in-app purchases and subscription available)
- Magisto Video Editor & Maker
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Magisto Video Editing Styles.
Magisto Video Style Info.
Magisto Video Settings.
With a focus on social media, Magisto takes all the difficulty out of creating a perfect video. The app handles all the editing itself. Using AI, the editor combines video, photos, music, text, effects, and filters.
After selecting a specific editing style like caring moments, memories, or travel, it’s time to import all the necessary media files. Next, there are a number of different songs to select from, including everything from rock to cinematic scores. You can also choose a specific tune from a music library. Then share the results to Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and many other social networks with just a single tap.
The free version will support movies as long as two minutes and 30 seconds. There are two subscription types—Professional and Premium—that bring a number of additional features like longer movies, more editing styles, unlimited movie downloads, and more.
Download: Magisto Video Editor & Maker (Free, subscription available)
- Clips
It shouldn’t come as a surprise, but Apple has yet another great way to edit and create great videos with Clips. The iPhone and iPad app allows you to create both vertical and horizontal videos to share. You can easily import videos and photos from your library to get started and even record from the app.
To a video, you can add fun touches like emoji, speech bubbles, illustrated stickers, and much more, with just a few steps. The app features more than 100 soundtracks that will automatically adjust to the length of your video. You can also add a music track from your library.
The final results can quickly be sent to others through email or text message or posted to social media sites like Instagram. Thanks to iCloud sync, you can view and edit videos on all of your iOS devices.
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