10 iPhone Photo Editing Apps for Every Occasion

It's so easy to capture the brightest moments of life with your iPhone. You can also turn them into a masterpiece with these ten apps for photo editing. Whether you are a photographer, blogger, traveler, or just a selfie-lover – don't hesitate to try them. Make your breakfast the most desired on the whole Instagram! 

Pomelo: Simple and Useful

Pomelo app screenshot

Pomelo is a free and simple app with a user-friendly interface. It helps to fix the sharpness, temperature, contrast, saturation, and other settings. There are more than 60 variants, divided into thematic categories: Film, Lomo, Black & White, Vintage, and so on. The previews of the live filter show you how it works. Upload a picture to the app in two ways: by photographing or by selecting any photo from the library. Then you'll find the edited shots in the Pomelo app album and the device gallery. 

Prisma – the App for Painting Lovers

Prisma app screen

Turn your photos into drawings and different types of visual art with Prisma. There is a range of other editing apps which make similar effects, however, this software is on an advanced level. Using this app, you'll get sophisticated pictures that’ll look like the works of famous painters. Turn your shot into a Van Gogh's painting or a colorful mosaic. Prisma includes free tools and additional sets for purchase. 

Afterlight 2 - King of Selfies

Afterlight 2 app screen

If you want more than essential editing functions, try Afterlight 2. This app gives you a range of adjustable filters, "guest" presets created by Instagram users, and a pack of special Seasons filters. Cinematography lovers will probably like the presets made with the help of the real 35mm film. Take a photo styled like your favorite movie! The effects are so subtle that they do not change the picture radically and keep it natural. That's why Afterlight 2 fits cool for selfie editing. 

Also, you'll find a set of advanced editing tools, including curves and colors, as well as tones tuning. You may have this functional app for a reasonable price - 2.99$. 

VSCO

VSCO app screen

VSCO is not just an app for editing. It's a place where you can network with the creative community. This program is top-rated, having more than 2 million users. Here you'll edit your photo and video for free with dozen of VSCO presets. Expand creative space, buying special collections of effects. Moreover, you may get inspiration from other people's content through Discover mode. You are welcome to share with your friends and other users to inspire them.  

Add Retro Vibes with Retrica

Retrica app screen

Retrica is quite popular among Instagram users. The app includes over 50 various free filters. If it is not enough – buy 80 more! Due to the user-friendly interface, you get the desired result quickly. The choice could be hard, so randomize the filters to find suitable ones without thinking long. Whether you want to add style to your shots or you're the fan of the '70s – use Retrica. 

Mouthwatering Photos with Foodie

Foodie

Foodie is an app for skillful culinary, gourmets, and frequent restaurant visitors. With the set of 30+ filters, you'll make the best shots of juicy stakes and cappuccino with airy foam. The presets work in the live regime, so you see what fits right away. There is also a handy timer and a smart guide, which helps you to take cool photos from above. The app is not only for food shots edition, but there are also a few options for selfies, interior, street, and so on. You can use all the tools for free. 

Mextures: the Magic of the Film for iPhone

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Mextures includes 26 variations of processing inspired by different film techniques. Create textures on your shots, add some stunning gradient, or try lightening effects. You also can use essential tools for rotation, cutting, and moving your photos. Their standard filter pack will cost you 1.99$. You can also buy pro sets additionally. What could be easier to have numerous steps of editing with only one tap? This app fits you perfectly if you are obsessed with vintage. 

A Color Story: from Instagram Influencers with Love

A Color Story app screen

The app provides you with a lot of filters and effects inspired and created by Instagram influencers. There are more than 20 tools for free use. You can rotate, cut, clarify, change the tints, contrasts, and other elements with the help of them. All the effects are delicate and made with natural colors. For a price of 0.99$ to 3.99$, the user can get extra filters and tools. 

For those who like experiments, there is a chance to create their own presets and keep them for further applying. There is good news for those who want more diversity. You can create your custom presets and save them for further application. Keep all your shots in one unique style. 

Collage Maker: Combine the Best Moments

Collage Maker app screen

Don't know what photo to chose? Combine them into a neat, bright collage! Collage Maker gives you access to 100 options for free. You can combine about 20 images. Basic editing tools are also available. Have fun, adding text, stickers, and other elements to your shots, being as creative as you want. 

Polarr: Best Filters for Nature Views Editing

Polarr app screen

With Polarr, you get a wide range of filters and effects for experiments for free. And after subscription fee payment, you can use premium effects and filters. With the help of Polarr, you can create a particular mood for your shots. Add some gold to the sunsets and some melancholy to rainy days with different types of film effects. 

It's simple enough for newcomers, and pros will be glad to find layer support, tools for curves editing, various light leaks, and other functions. If you like to create custom filters, share them with friends.

Make a Picture Speak a Thousand Words 

We hope you'll make your photos brilliantly eloquent with the apps from the list. You don't have to be a pro to make stylish, attractive content for your social media or other purposes. Professionals have already gathered the most beautiful combinations you can use with one tap. Try them and rate how comfortable and fun they are. Comment to let us know about your favorite photo editing app. Subscribe and share with your friends.