Head-to-head · Photo Editing Software
Pixlr vs Fotor
Pixlr leads on 0 checks, Fotor on 0, and 7 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 7 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Free planboth
Pixlr and Fotor score identically on our rubric (7.9 out of 10) for photo editing software; Pixlr sits at #13 and Fotor at #16 in our editorial ranking, so the choice comes down to fit.
Pixlr is the better fit for low-cost browser and batch editing. Fotor is the better fit for accessible AI editing across platforms.
- Pixlr fits best
Low-cost browser and batch editing
- Fotor fits best
Accessible AI editing across platforms
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Side by side
| Feature | Pixlr 7.9/10 Visit ↗ | Fotor 7.9/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 7.9 | 7.9 |
| Ranking | #13 in Photo Editing Software | #16 in Photo Editing Software |
| Best for | Low-cost browser and batch editing | Accessible AI editing across platforms |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | — | — |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Desktop, Mobile | Cloud, Desktop, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android | Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android |
| Support | Email, Community | Email, Live chat, Tickets, Docs |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market | Solo, Small business, Mid-market |
| Features Pixlr 5/6 · Fotor 5/6 | ||
| RAW photo support | — | Not checked yet |
| Layer editing | ✓ | ✓ |
| Masking tools | ✓ | ✓ |
| Batch editing | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cloud sync | ✓ | ✓ |
| AI retouching | ✓ | ✓ |
| Specs | ||
| Platform | Multi-platform | Multi-platform |
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| Our verdict | Pixlr is a freemium photo editing suite for individuals, creators, marketers, educators, and businesses. Its browser-based editors, desktop software, mobile apps, design tools, and AI features cover photo enhancement, retouching,… Read the review → |
Fotor is photo editing and visual creation software for individuals, creators, small businesses, and designers. It works across web, Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android, combining basic adjustments with effects, filters, collages, templates,… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Pixlr — where it wins
- Batch editing supports more than 100 images with reusable macros
- Layers, masks, and PXD documents support compositing workflows
- Web, desktop, iOS, and Android access with AI editing tools
Where it doesn't
- Some proprietary RAW formats are unsupported
- AI credits and generation limits vary by paid plan
- Export formats vary depending on the editor used
Fotor — where it wins
- AI portrait retouching, object removal, and background cleanup
- Layers and masking support detailed, non-destructive image edits
- Web, desktop, and mobile apps with cloud synchronization
Where it doesn't
- The free plan adds watermarks to JPG, PNG, and PDF exports
- Advanced tools and larger storage are reserved for paid plans
- The broad feature set may exceed the needs of simple photo adjustments
- Pixlr7.9/10 · Free plan
A low-cost, multi-platform editor with layers, batch macros, and AI tools.
Visit PixlrFull verdict → - Fotor7.9/10 · Free plan
Fotor brings accessible AI editing, layers, masking, and batch tools to multiple platforms.
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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