LumaFusion
by LumaTouch · Photo & Video · Camera
Professional multi-track video editor for iOS with desktop-class editing capabilities.
Quick Answer: LumaFusion has a verified Real Score of 4.6/5 based on 8,000 verified reviews, compared to its App Store rating of 4.8/5. Highly recommended by verified users.
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Pros & Cons
What Users Love
- Desktop-class editing on iPad
- Multi-track timeline
- Professional audio tools
- LUT support
Common Complaints
- Expensive one-time purchase
- iOS/ChromeOS only
- Steep learning curve
- Resource demanding
Verified Reviews (20)
Final Cut on iPad
LumaFusion is the closest thing to a desktop NLE on iPad. 6 video tracks, 6 audio tracks, keyframing, color grading, and effects. I've edited entire YouTube videos without touching my Mac.
Worth every penny at $30
A one-time purchase of $30 for an editor this powerful is extraordinary value. No subscription, no watermarks, no locked features. Everything is included. Compare that to Adobe's monthly fees.
Audio editing rivals dedicated DAWs
The audio editing capabilities - equalization, compression, noise reduction, and multi-track mixing - are better than some dedicated audio apps. For video with complex audio, LumaFusion delivers.
LUT support for cinematic color
Importing and applying custom LUTs (color lookup tables) for professional color grading. The same LUTs I use in DaVinci Resolve work in LumaFusion. Cinema-quality color on iPad.
Learning curve is real
LumaFusion is powerful but not simple. Expect to spend time with tutorials before you're comfortable. The interface is dense with features and the workflow is closer to desktop editing.
Travel editing without a laptop
Editing travel vlogs on my iPad Pro with LumaFusion means I don't carry a laptop anymore. Connect an SSD, import footage, edit, and export. Complete mobile editing workflow.
Chroma key is professional quality
Green screen compositing in LumaFusion is surprisingly good. Edge detection, spill suppression, and keying controls rival desktop chroma key tools. Professional VFX on mobile.
Export presets for every platform
Custom export presets for YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and broadcast with appropriate resolution, bitrate, and codec settings. One-tap export optimized for your destination.
Multicam editing on iPad
Syncing and switching between multiple camera angles in a multicam timeline. For events, interviews, and music videos shot with multiple cameras, this is essential and works well.
Effects and transitions library
The built-in effects library covers most needs and the transition options are extensive. For additional effects, third-party plugins are available. The creative toolkit is comprehensive.
SSD support changes everything
Connecting an external SSD and editing directly from it means storage limits aren't an issue. Edit a 200GB project from a portable SSD. This changed how I think about mobile editing.
Storyboard view for planning
The storyboard view alongside the timeline helps with project organization. See all your clips as thumbnails and arrange the story before detailed timeline editing.
Replaced Premiere Pro for my workflow
As a YouTuber, I edit entirely on iPad with LumaFusion now. The workflow is faster (no laptop boot time), the touch interface for trimming is natural, and the output quality is identical.
Keyframe animation is smooth
Keyframing position, scale, rotation, and opacity with bezier curves for smooth animation. Creating dynamic graphics and movements that look professional.
The developer support is exceptional
LumaTouch provides excellent customer support, regular updates, and educational content. The development team clearly cares about making the best possible product. Rare in app development.
Speed ramping for cinematic effect
Creating speed ramps where video smoothly transitions between speeds adds cinematic flair. The bezier curve control over speed changes produces professional-looking results.
Professional editors use this
Working editors in the film and broadcast industry use LumaFusion for on-location editing. When professionals trust a tool for paid work, that's the strongest endorsement.
Frame-by-frame precision
Navigating frame-by-frame for precise cut points is smooth and accurate. For music editing, dialogue cutting, and any edit requiring frame-exact precision, the controls are excellent.
Best purchase I've made for content creation
$30 one-time for a professional editing suite. No monthly fees, no watermarks, no feature locks. In a subscription-everything world, LumaFusion's business model is a blessing.
iPad Pro M-series makes it fly
On an M-series iPad Pro, LumaFusion handles 4K ProRes editing with effects smoothly. The combination of Apple silicon and LumaFusion's optimization creates a genuine editing powerhouse.
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Last updated: April 2026