24FPS: Aesthetic Video Effects is a highly capable iOS app for stylised video editing, ideal for creators who want trendy, visually compelling effects with ease. It may not replace full-blown manual cinema camera apps for pro work, but for social content and aesthetic video editing it offers great value.
If you like aesthetic, themed video looks and are comfortable with a subscription model, it’s a strong choice.
App Overview
- Name: 24FPS: Aesthetic Video Effects
- Platform: iOS (iPhone / iPad) — requires iOS 15.0 or later.
- Developer: Polarr, Inc. (Polarrcan Software Inc)
- Category: Photo & Video editing & effects
- Size: ~107.8 MB for iOS version at time of listing.
Key Features
- Lots of trendy aesthetic video filters and effect presets: examples include Vaporwave, Retro Film, Burning, Digital World, Scratch/Leak/Aura and more.
- Supports themes like #Barbiecore, #Y2K, & weird-core, etc.
- Offers subscription unlocking: unlimited access to all effects, filters and saving custom presets.
- Multi-language support: English + ~15 languages (Dutch, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Spanish, Chinese (both), Thai, Turkish, Russian, Vietnamese)
- Age rating: 4+ on App Store.
Pricing & Subscription
- There are in-app purchases/subscriptions:
- Monthly plan: ~ US$3.99 (or local equivalent)
- Yearly plan: ~ US$23.99 (or local equivalent)
- Auto-renewal: subscriptions auto-renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before end of current period.
- Free trial: typically a short trial period is offered, but any unused portion of the free trial will be forfeited if you purchase the subscription during trial.
What It’s Good For
- If you’re into stylised, trendy video edits (for Instagram, TikTok, Reels) and want a quick way to apply cinematic or themed filters, this app gives you lots of choices.
- For creators who don’t want to do heavy manual editing but want a polished ‘look’ out of the box.
- If you like experimenting with aesthetic “looks” (Y2K, Retro, Vaporwave etc) rather than purely technical film-making.
Limitations / Things to Consider
- Although it offers many filters, if you’re looking for full manual film-production control (manual exposure, RAW video, 10-bit, log curves, etc) this may not provide as deep control as professional cine apps.
- The subscription model: to unlock all features, you’ll need to pay. If you only need a few filters, it may or may not be worth the cost.
- Quality may depend on your hardware (device model, camera specs).
- Some users might find the filter-heavy approach less “natural” if they prefer minimal or subtle edits.
Comparison & Use-Case Fit
- Casual Creator / Social Media Use: Very good fit. Quick, stylish, lots of presets.
- Semi-Professional / Indie Filmmaker: Possibly usable for effect layers, but you might seek an app with more manual video capture & professional codec support.
- Professional Cinema / High-End Production: Likely you’d want something more advanced (dedicated video-camera apps with full manual controls) rather than just aesthetic filters.
Tips for Best Use
- Try the free version or trial first to see how the filters look on your device before committing to subscription.
- Experiment with different looks (e.g., Retro Film, Vaporwave) and see how they affect mood, color, and viewer perception.
- Save custom presets if you find a style you like, so future videos maintain consistency.
- Check device compatibility: if your phone has high-end camera sensors (10-bit, log profiles, etc) you might also pair this with a manual capture app + the 24FPS app for final stylised grade.
24FPS: Aesthetic Video Effects is a highly capable iOS app for stylised video editing, ideal for creators who want trendy, visually compelling effects with ease. It may not replace full-blown manual cinema camera apps for pro work, but for social content and aesthetic video editing it offers great value.
If you like aesthetic, themed video looks and are comfortable with a subscription model, it’s a strong choice.
