Pixlr
Free AI photo editor and image generator that runs in a browser
- #9 of 10 in best photo editing software
- Free plan, paid upgrades
- Free to use
- Web
Ranked 9 of 10 in best photo editing software
Free AI photo editor and image generator that works in the browser, with paid plans on its pricing page. For PSD files and layered work, Photopea in this list is the closer match.
Best for Quick AI edits and image generation in a browser
About Pixlr
Pixlr is an online photo editor with AI features for editing and generating images. The homepage describes editing, generating and designing online for free, and its menu includes a photo collage tool, an image converter and a PDF to PNG converter. It is an alternative to Photopea, which is in this list as a free browser editor with PSD support.
The free online tier is the main reason to choose it, and the pricing page lists paid plans for users who need more. Because it runs in a browser, it does not replace desktop editors such as GIMP or Affinity for heavy retouching, and it suits quick edits and simple AI generation.
Key features
- Online photo editor
- AI image generation
- Free to edit online
- Photo collage tool
- Image converter
Strengths
- Free online photo editing in the browser
- AI editing and image generation tools
Limits
- No desktop app is listed on the homepage
- Paid features sit behind the pricing page
Where Pixlr ranks
How Pixlr compares
| Product | Score | Price | Platforms |
|---|---|---|---|
#6 Adobe Lightroom | 85.0 | Subscription | WindowsmacOSiOS, iPadOSAndroidWeb |
#7 Luminar | 83.5 | Paid | macOSWindows |
| #8darktable | 82.5 | Free and open source | WindowsmacOSLinux |
| #9Pixlr | 80.0 | Free plan, paid upgrades | Web |
| #10RawTherapee | 78.0 | Free and open source | LinuxmacOSWindows |
The full comparison table for best photo editing software has all 10 products.
Alternatives to Pixlr
All 9 alternatives
AffinityAlso runs on Windows, macOS.
Adobe PhotoshopAlso runs on Windows, macOS.
GIMPIs open source; also runs on Windows, macOS, Linux.
Pixelmator ProIs a one-time purchase; also runs on macOS.
PhotopeaBrowser-based photo editor with PSD support and layers- Adobe LightroomAlso runs on Windows, macOS, iOS.
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Questions about Pixlr
- Is Pixlr free?
- Pixlr can be used without paying: Free online editor; the pricing page lists paid plans. Check the vendor’s pricing page for current limits.
- Is Pixlr open source?
- No. Pixlr is proprietary software; its source code is not public.
- Which platforms does Pixlr support?
- Pixlr is available on: Web.
- What is Pixlr best for?
- Quick AI edits and image generation in a browser. In our ranking of photo editing software it is number 9 of 10 with a score of 80.0.
- What are the best alternatives to Pixlr?
- The highest-ranked alternatives on listme.name are Affinity, Adobe Photoshop, GIMP, Pixelmator Pro.
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