FaceApp vs ModiFace — Which Should You Use?
A side-by-side look at how FaceApp and ModiFace compare for virtual hair try-on, so you can pick the right tool before your next cut.
Feature Comparison
| Feature | FaceApp | ModiFace | Hairstyle AI |
|---|---|---|---|
| AI-Powered Styling | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Face Shape Analysis | No | No | Yes |
| Virtual Try-On | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Color Simulation | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Style Recommendations | No | No | Yes |
| Free Tier | Yes | No | Yes |
| Mobile App | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Photo Upload | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Beard Styles | No | No | Yes |
| Celebrity Looks | No | No | Yes |
FaceApp
AI face editor with aging, gender swap, and basic hairstyle filters
Pros
- Massive user base and polished interface
- Fun face-morphing features beyond hair
- Fast processing for simple overlays
Cons
- Hairstyle selection is small and generic
- No face-shape analysis or personalized recommendations
- Heavy focus on entertainment rather than real styling decisions
- Privacy controversies around photo data handling
ModiFace
AR beauty platform powering brand try-on experiences for major cosmetics companies
Pros
- Industry-leading AR technology for color simulation
- Backed by L'Oreal with access to professional color data
- Integrated into major brand websites for seamless try-on
Cons
- Not a standalone consumer app — embedded in brand experiences
- Focused on hair color, not haircut or hairstyle changes
- No face-shape analysis or personalized cut recommendations
- Limited to brand-specific product catalogs
In-Depth Comparison
FaceApp is a consumer app built for viral sharing, while ModiFace is a B2B beauty tech platform acquired by L'Oréal in 2018. This corporate lineage shapes everything about how they work. ModiFace powers the virtual try-on features inside L'Oréal, Garnier, NYX, and other brand apps — its hair color simulation is among the most accurate in the industry because it is backed by L'Oréal's color science research. You will not find ModiFace as a standalone app; instead, you encounter it embedded in brand experiences. FaceApp, by contrast, is a direct-to-consumer app available on iOS and Android. Its hairstyle editing is powered by generative adversarial networks (GANs) that produce photorealistic results. The style library is broader than ModiFace's consumer-facing options, but the AI can sometimes alter facial features along with the hair. For realistic hair color simulation tied to actual dye products you can buy, ModiFace (via L'Oréal apps) is unmatched. For trying different hairstyle shapes and lengths, FaceApp offers more creative freedom. Hairstyle AI bridges both worlds — AI-generated hairstyle previews with a dedicated face-shape analysis and a 89+ style library, purpose-built for the "what should I ask my barber" use case rather than selling products or driving social sharing.
ModiFace's technology is not available as a standalone hairstyle tool — you access it through L'Oréal brand apps (like Style My Hair), which means the experience is always framed around selling specific hair products. FaceApp gives you creative freedom but is designed for entertainment. Neither is optimized for the serious "choosing a haircut" workflow.
Where Hairstyle AI Fits In
Both FaceApp and ModiFace have their strengths, but neither is purpose-built for realistic AI hairstyle try-on with face-shape analysis. Hairstyle AI combines generative AI previews, face-shape-based recommendations, and a library of 89+ styles and 30+ colors in one app — giving you a more complete picture before your barber or salon visit.
- AI-generated try-on that adapts to your face shape and lighting
- Face shape analysis with personalized style recommendations
- 89+ hairstyles, 30+ hair colors, and beard styles in one app
- Works on both iOS and Android with free downloads
- Photo upload and instant preview — no manual alignment needed
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1 Is FaceApp better than ModiFace for trying hairstyles?
FaceApp uses AI while ModiFace uses AI. FaceApp is stronger at massive user base and polished interface, while ModiFace excels at industry-leading ar technology for color simulation. For dedicated hairstyle try-on with face-shape analysis, Hairstyle AI offers a more focused experience.
Q2 Are FaceApp and ModiFace free?
FaceApp offers a free tier with limited features. ModiFace requires a subscription. Hairstyle AI is free to download on iOS and Android with styles available to try immediately.
Q3 Which app has better face-shape analysis — FaceApp or ModiFace?
FaceApp does not offer face-shape analysis. ModiFace does not include face-shape analysis either. Hairstyle AI analyzes your face shape and recommends styles matched to your proportions.