We analyzed 1,352 negative reviews from the top 5 Filter apps on the App Store. Here's what users hate most.
Ranked by frequency — how often each complaint appears in negative reviews.
67% of negative reviews mention this issue.
"You can’t even use the app without paying $288 a year until after you download it."
"Literally everything, every single feature, is now hidden behind a paywall."
45% of negative reviews mention this issue.
"Advertising a Blade Runner filter on Instagram but the app does not have one."
"Followed the ads for the Las Vegas filter. Downloaded the app, no such filter exists."
34% of negative reviews mention this issue.
"The app crashes every time I use it multiple times."
"App is constantly crashing & it’s really annoying."
28% of negative reviews mention this issue.
"Was charged $40 during a supposed free trial period."
"Accidentally bought thinking I was signing up for a free trial. Requested a refund and was denied."
22% of negative reviews mention this issue.
"Customer service was no help and directed me to Apple."
"No response from customer service after multiple attempts."
18% of negative reviews mention this issue.
"The ads make it unusable. It's impossible to enjoy the app."
"Every time I open the app, I get an ad in my face."
Design and usability issues driving negative reviews.
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