Lensa

Name: Lensa
Availability: InStock
Author: Prisma labs, inc.

Selfie retouching, object removal, filters and AI avatars in one phone photo editor

by Prisma labs, inc. · listed Oct 27, 2026

Quick verdict

Worth a try if you mostly edit selfies and want fast results in one app. Check what the free version includes before committing to a paid upgrade.

Best for People who want quick selfie and portrait touch-ups for social media on their phone

Reviewed by AppsPicks on Oct 27, 2026. How we review

Lensa review

Lensa is a phone photo editor from Prisma Labs, the team behind Prisma. It is built mainly around portraits and selfies. You can smooth skin, fix blemishes, brighten eyes, blur or swap backgrounds, erase unwanted objects and apply filters to photos and video. It also makes stylised AI avatars from a set of your selfies. It suits people who post to social media and want quick, decent-looking portrait edits without learning a pro editor.

Day to day, it works like a set of one-tap fixes with sliders for fine-tuning. Open a selfie, let the auto-adjust run, then nudge the face, background or color tools until it looks right. Edits are quick and the interface stays simple. Some of the retouching tools can tip into an over-processed look if you push them, so lighter settings tend to work better.

Why we picked it: It is one of the better-known portrait retouching apps on both platforms, and it puts face fixes, object removal and filters in one place.

Watch out for: Many tools sit behind a paid upgrade, and AI avatars are sold separately. Avatar generation also means uploading your selfies to the company's servers.

What we like

Focused portrait tools for skin, eyes and backgrounds
Object eraser for removing distractions
Filters and color tones work on video as well as photos
Auto-adjust gives a usable starting point in one tap
Available on both iPhone and Android

What could be better

Many editing features need a paid upgrade
AI avatars cost extra on top of other purchases
Heavy retouching can look artificial
Android ratings are noticeably lower than on iOS

Questions about Lensa

Is Lensa free?

The app is free to download, but it relies on in-app purchases. Many editing tools are part of a paid upgrade, and AI avatar packs are bought separately.

Which platforms does it run on?

Lensa is available for iPhone on the App Store and for Android on Google Play.

What happens to my photos when I make avatars?

Avatar creation means uploading a set of your selfies for processing on Prisma Labs' servers. Read the privacy policy at legal.lensa.app before uploading if this matters to you.

Is it only for selfies?

Its strongest tools are made for faces and portraits. You can still apply filters, color tones and object removal to other photos and videos.

What are some alternatives?

FaceApp and Facetune cover similar portrait retouching. Snapseed is a free option for general photo editing without the beauty-filter focus.

From the developer: how Lensa describes itself

Make every photo share-worthy. Lensa helps you look your best, remove distractions, and add stunning effects so your posts always stand out. Simple, fast, and fun—perfect for social media and everyday memories.

Lensa AI: Your Photos, Your Story

Every photo tells a story—Lensa helps you make it unforgettable. Whether it’s a selfie, a family snapshot, or a travel memory, Lensa makes your pictures look their best while keeping them true to life.

With just a few taps, smooth out imperfections, brighten dull lighting, or add a touch of artistry. Create scroll-stopping edits that feel effortless and natural, perfect for sharing with friends or on social media.

What you’ll love: - Look your best in selfies and portraits without the “over-edited” look - Erase unwanted objects and distractions so the focus stays on you - Transform any photo or video with beautiful filters and color tones - Create one-of-a-kind avatars that express your personality in fun, artistic styles - Enjoy editing that feels simple, quick, and fun—no skills required - Turn everyday moments into highlights worth sharing. With Lensa, your photos don’t just look better—they feel like you at your best.

Text from the app store listing, quoted for reference. Our own take is above.