Pixlr vs PurePhotos (2026): Pricing, Features & Which to Choose

Who comes out ahead

Based only on the facts in our directory. The right pick still depends on the job you need done.

Lower starting price
PurePhotos
From $0.15/mo against from $2/mo
Free plan
Tie
Both have one
Higher rating
Pixlr
4.3 against 3.9
Same job?
Yes
Both are Image Generation tools

Side by side

Compared on	Pixlr	PurePhotos
Our rating	4.3Better	3.9
Starts at	$2/mo	$0.15/moBetter
Free plan	Yes	Yes
Category	Image Generation	Image Generation
Plans	From $2/mo	From $0.15/mo
Key features	Full layer-based editing alongside AI generation Owned by stock-photo company 123RF Background and object removal tools Access to 123RF's stock photo library One of the longest-running browser-based editors	AI extraction tuned for fine hair, props and sports equipment Apply a custom background during extraction at no extra cost Layered PSD export for further editing in Photoshop FTP integration for bulk upload and download of up to 10,000 images Public API and desktop apps for macOS and Windows
Pros	Genuine layer-based editing, closer to desktop software than most rivals Very low entry price for paid access Long track record and stable ownership under 123RF	Pay-as-you-go pricing with no subscription or monthly minimum Named, checkable professional-photographer testimonials Bulk FTP workflow suited to studio-scale shoots, beyond single images
Cons	AI generation quality is secondary to its editing toolset Free tier is ad-supported Interface can feel dated next to newer, generation-first apps	Built for studio-scale workflows, likely more than a casual user needs No confirmed company name or founding date published Unusually complex images still benefit from a spot check after extraction
Company	Pixlr Pte Ltd, founded 2008	PurePhotos

Prices come from each vendor's pricing page, last checked 20260923. Check the vendor before you buy.

FAQ

Questions people ask

Is Pixlr better than PurePhotos?

In our reviews Pixlr scores 4.3 and PurePhotos scores 3.9. The better pick depends on the job. Pixlr: A browser-based Photoshop alternative since 2008. PurePhotos: AI and computer-vision background removal service for professional photographers, with PSD export, FTP bulk upload and a public API, from $0.15 per image.

Which is cheaper, Pixlr or PurePhotos?

PurePhotos has the lower starting price: from $2/mo for Pixlr and from $0.15/mo for PurePhotos.

Do Pixlr and PurePhotos have free plans?

Yes, both have a free plan.

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