Color Filter

Yes, you can create and save your own custom edits. For example, you can dial a specific filter to 60% with a small saturation bump and apply that same look to all your photos with just two taps.

Absolutely. The app includes simple sliders for brightness and contrast that work well for fixing underexposed shots, like a dark photo taken inside a cafe. They're straightforward and get the job done.

The ads are a known downside—full-screen video ads with sound often appear at the worst moments, like when you're adjusting a photo. There isn't a built-in ad remover in the free version, so you may need to consider an in-app purchase if one's available or edit offline with airplane mode on.

If a custom preset glitches, try restarting the app or reinstalling it to clear any temporary data. Since the app's support is reportedly unhelpful, your best bet is to save your preset again from scratch and avoid editing too many photos in a row without closing the app.

Color Filter offers a surprisingly large filter library and custom preset saving for free, which VSCO often puts behind a subscription. However, VSCO has fewer intrusive ads, better customer support, and more polished editing tools, making it a smoother experience if you're willing to pay.