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FaceApp alternatives

FaceApp users often seek alternatives due to high costs, limited free features, and recurring bugs. Many also miss video editing and specific face-swapping functionalities. Alternatives offer diverse editing capabilities, from advanced retouching to creative effects, catering to different user needs and budgets.

Why users look for alternatives to FaceApp

The alternatives

Reface
4.8★ · 495,598 ratings · Free

Reface focuses on face swapping and trying out new hairstyles, aiming to make users look good in their edits R52R58. It offers entertainment through its features R55.

Better for: Reface is better for users primarily interested in face swapping and experimenting with different hairstyles R58. It suits those looking for entertaining photo manipulation, though some users find the content limited R59.

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Facetune
4.6★ · 371,744 ratings · Free

Facetune is praised as a top photo editing app for both subtle changes and creative, professional-looking edits R74R76. Users appreciate its ability to clean and brighten photos R16.

Better for: Facetune is better for users who want a comprehensive photo editing tool for detailed retouching and creative enhancements R74R76. It's suitable for those who desire a 'do-all' app for photoshop-like capabilities R76.

Head-to-head: FaceApp vs Facetune
BeautyPlus-Selfie Photo Editor
4.8★ · 346,304 ratings · Free

BeautyPlus is a long-standing app known for helping users create clear pictures and offering features for subtle enhancements R83R89R92. It's a go-to for many who want to add 'a little love' to their photos R89.

Better for: BeautyPlus is better for users who frequently edit selfies and prefer an app that provides subtle, natural-looking enhancements to their photos R89R118. It's also for those who have used it for years and are happy with its core features R92.

Head-to-head: FaceApp vs BeautyPlus-Selfie Photo Editor
Prequel
4.7★ · 337,922 ratings · Free

Prequel is considered one of the best photo editing apps, particularly for expressing emotions through various effects and for video editing R95R102. It offers compelling tools for creative expression R100.

Better for: Prequel is better for users who want to express their feelings through photos and videos with diverse effects R102. It suits those looking for a powerful tool for creative photo and video editing R100.

Head-to-head: FaceApp vs Prequel
Airbrush
4.8★ · 199,907 ratings · Free

Airbrush is a highly-rated photo editing app that allows for subtle editing to achieve natural looks, making users feel younger or simply better in their photos R116R118R120. It's considered a decent option for those willing to pay for a photo editor R108.

Better for: Airbrush is better for users who prioritize subtle, natural-looking edits and want to enhance their appearance without looking overly processed R116R118. It's a good fit for those seeking a reliable photo editor and are prepared to pay for a subscription R108.

Head-to-head: FaceApp vs Airbrush
Stick with FaceApp if

You should stick with FaceApp if you love its core retouching capabilities and find its results realistic and not fake . It's also suitable if you appreciate its ability to provide a professional polished look without a professional price and are content with the available free features or find the paid subscription worthwhile for your needs .

Evidence note: No alternative had too few reviews to judge.

Frequently asked

Why are users leaving FaceApp?
Users are leaving FaceApp primarily due to its high cost for 'Pro' features, which many find mediocre or not worth the monthly/annual fee R19R25R37. Other reasons include frequent bugs, limitations on the number of photos that can be processed, and the removal of popular video editing capabilities R1R10R29R35.
Are there free alternatives to FaceApp?
While many apps offer free trials or limited free features, users often report that most desirable functionalities in alternatives like Facetune, BeautyPlus, Prequel, and Airbrush require payment or a subscription R67R68R79R90. Some users of BeautyPlus noted that watching ads for features is no longer an option R90.
Which app is best for face swapping?
Reface is specifically noted for its face swapping capabilities, although some users have experienced issues with image rejection and content restrictions R51R56. FaceApp itself used to be popular for face swapping, but users have complained about its removal or incorrect functionality R12R43.
Do these apps have hidden charges or subscription issues?
Several users across different apps report issues with unexpected charges, difficulty canceling subscriptions, or being charged immediately after a 'free trial.' For example, FaceApp users reported being charged over $21 for a one-week free trial R31, Reface users mentioned unauthorized charges up to $85 R57R60, Facetune users were tricked into year-long subscriptions over $80 R71, BeautyPlus users were charged $60 immediately after trying a free subscription , and Prequel users reported immediate billing after trials . Airbrush users also faced charges for annual plans after missing cancellation deadlines .

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R19] FaceApp 1/5 · US Absolutely unusable app: Besides the mighty 6 features you can use for free, everything else is “pro” which requires you to pay monthly or annually for some extremely mediocre effects. I’ve gotten a free trial before and can confirm the pro effects are useless and a waste of money. Other than the effects the app gives, you can also edit pictures yourself but that ALSO requires pro which is ridicul
  2. [R25] FaceApp 1/5 · US More money for previous free service: I am quite upset , I pay yearly for this app plus other apps , now this App is basically useless .what I once had included to make corrections , they now want you to pay another $60 / Year . That will not happen I will cancel the app and Subscription
  3. [R37] FaceApp 1/5 · US if i could i would give it a 0: i hate everything is literally pro you can’t put anything on cause it will ask you for money
  4. [R42] FaceApp 4/5 · US 😔😤: It’s a good app to get but a lot of the fun things cost money a lot of money
  5. [R1] FaceApp 1/5 · US Too many requests and doesn't allow processing: Please remove the photo processing limit. · translated
  6. [R10] FaceApp 1/5 · US Bugs: Useless app because you can't edit many pics
  7. [R13] FaceApp 1/5 · US Retouching: Retouching is much too slow and needs tweaking for accuracy. Often get smudging and dullness.
  8. [R45] FaceApp 1/5 · US THE BUGS ARE RIDICULOUS: I pay for this app and use it daily for work because I love it BUT after a certain amount of edits, EVERY SINGLE DAY, it stops and says I have used the app too much!! How can I use an app too much?? And an app that I PAY FOR?! I am OVER IT!! If it wasn’t for that, I’d give it way more stars but it happens non stop!! I have sent multiple emails and it continues to happen.
  9. [R5] FaceApp 5/5 · US FaceApp Video: It’s perfect App. But we need for Video! Pleeeeease 🙏🙏🙏
  10. [R29] FaceApp 2/5 · US please look at this suggestion!: Could you please reconsider bringing back the video option with the young and old filters? I believe it would greatly boost your app's popularity. Honestly, that was the best feature, and reintroducing it would make the app much more appealing🥹🥹🥹
  11. [R35] FaceApp 1/5 · US No videos?: Why can’t we do videos anymore?
  12. [R47] FaceApp 2/5 · US Better with Video: Loved this app when it had video
  13. [R3] FaceApp 3/5 · US Z: Why isn’t there a feature for people who have gaps between their eyebrows? There isn’t a tool for that!
  14. [R7] FaceApp 1/5 · US Doesn’t do what they claim it to do: It’s not doing what I expected. Analyzing face shape and giving you better hairstyle options.
  15. [R12] FaceApp 3/5 · GB .: the app is overall good but you’ve had so many complaints about face swapping which is why people used the app you should consider bringing it back
  16. [R43] FaceApp 1/5 · US It changes to male: I’m a woman and it doesn’t allow me to change the face swap to female. This is annoying. The face swap is incorrect. No one wants to look like a manly woman.
  17. [R9] FaceApp 3/5 · GB 43gb Somehow: It’s great for what it is but this thing uses up storage like nothing I’ve seen
  18. [R27] FaceApp 1/5 · US Keeps asking to write a review: Doesn’t stop asking to review the app even though I already wrote a review. Now you’re getting a bad review. STOP
  19. [R41] FaceApp 1/5 · US I hate being interrupted by constant requests for a review.: I hate being interrupted by constant requests for a review.
  20. [R52] Reface 5/5 · US Great image!: You made look so good! I can’t believe it’s me.
  21. [R55] Reface 5/5 · US Great entertainment: Love this app
  22. [R58] Reface 5/5 · US Viola!!: This makes going to the hair salon easier than ever for me!!!👏👏👏
  23. [R59] Reface 3/5 · US Better: You need to tweek it a bwtter youvstarted out go but your content is to limited
  24. [R16] FaceApp 5/5 · US Amazing: I LOVE This App; it helps to clean and brighten your photos
  25. [R74] Facetune 5/5 · US Best editing app: Whether you want to make a subtle change or get real creative this is the app to do it. Even with the new phone features nothing beats Facetune
  26. [R76] Facetune 5/5 · US This is Top #1 Must have Photoshop 5🌟: This is my favorite it’s amazing for editing pics creating videos for any occasion or professional career I recommend this app to everyone .you will never need another app this is a do all your looking for when it comes to photoshop it’s really top quality I wish I had it sooner . I wish I can rate it 10🌟
  27. [R83] BeautyPlus-Selfie Photo Editor 5/5 · US Clear pictures: I totally recommend this app!
  28. [R89] BeautyPlus-Selfie Photo Editor 5/5 · US My go to: I rarely send a picture without a little love from Beauty Plus. Love this app!!
  29. [R92] BeautyPlus-Selfie Photo Editor 5/5 · US Great app!: Im using this app for years and so happy with the features!
  30. [R118] Airbrush 5/5 · US Fave Photo Editing App: This is my fave photo editing app. I love that I can do subtle editing for very natural looks.
  31. [R95] Prequel 3/5 · US The credit system is Sucks: One of the best photo editing apps I’ve used is perfect, but I have a minor issue with the AI feature. When you use the AI on your pictures, you need to have credits. Initially, we didn’t have these credits, which I understand. It costs to use AI for the app, but I don’t understand why the prices for the credits have increased. They’re now between 30 and 50, and I hate
  32. [R100] Prequel 5/5 · US Compelling: I felt compelled to do this review, bc i never do them. As a tool lover, i can’t deny that this tool is highly useful
  33. [R102] Prequel 5/5 · US Worth it: I love using prequel. It helps me express my photos with how I was feeling in the present moment. The various effects really helps express the energy. 10/10 worth the year subscription if you love to edit your photos & videos
  34. [R108] Airbrush 5/5 · US The Best: Honestly, I’ve probably went through like five or six different editing apps and they all kind of suck and the free trials are stupid and this is the only one that’s relatively decent for like actually paying for it so if you’re looking for a photo editor that doesn’t suck this is the one
  35. [R116] Airbrush 5/5 · US Love it!: I look 20 years younger!
  36. [R120] Airbrush 5/5 · US My favorite.: It’s perfect in every way! This is my favorite photo editing app to date! Keep up the amazing work!
  37. [R67] Facetune 3/5 · US Estoy cansada: Todo es pago
  38. [R68] Facetune 1/5 · US Disappointed customer: Can not believe all the tools have become locked without paying for VIP access. After using is for 7 years I will now be using something else.
  39. [R79] BeautyPlus-Selfie Photo Editor 2/5 · US it was so good 💔: This app was so good until it got money hungry. Only 10 pictures a day with glow cam ? That was the only reason I had to app and paying for premium isn’t worth it
  40. [R90] BeautyPlus-Selfie Photo Editor 3/5 · US Read this pls 🙏💗: I've had beauty plus for about a year, and for the first few months, I could watch adds to get the beauty plus stuff. I can't do that now. If more things could be free, it would be the perfect app. I still enjoy looking at the beauty plus effects though! Just can't save them. I absolutely recommend this app, it's amazing... IF you can pay after the first few months.
  41. [R51] Reface 1/5 · US Useless: Every picture or video is rejected because of possible inappropriate material. This means that every video has to be contested and approved one week later. Who needs this? Find something better
  42. [R56] Reface 3/5 · US Great app but restrictive: Great app… facial images remain blurry/distorted, so some points off there, but a great app…unless you run into one of the “restrictive guardrails” that thinks a picture of a nun for example is nudity or sexual in nature.
  43. [R31] FaceApp 1/5 · US SCAM SCAM: Was charged over $21 for the ONE WEEK FREE TRIAL!! It’s a scam!!! And they won’t return your money after click
  44. [R57] Reface 1/5 · US The worst company I ever seen.: Fixes your pictures, but the keep taking the monthly fee from your account. They took 4 monthly fees from my account before the month ended. They charged for a video. This app sucks you dry. I advise everyone to pass it by. It is not worth it. I haven’t 1star but that is too many. They steal your money by charging you 4 or more monthly fees in less than a month.
  45. [R60] Reface 1/5 · US Never authorized charges: $85 in unauthorized charges. Stop payment required from bank.
  46. [R71] Facetune 1/5 · US Beware: Do not download this app for the free subscription after you cancel your free trial they will still charge your card

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store