Head-to-head · Photo Preset Libraries
RNI Films vs Contrastly Lightroom Presets
RNI Films leads on 1 check, Contrastly Lightroom Presets on 0, and 3 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 4 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreRNI Films · 8.6/10
- Free planonly RNI Films
RNI Films scores higher on our rubric for photo preset libraries: 8.6 against 8.5 out of 10; our editors rank them #6 and #7.
RNI Films offers free plan; Contrastly Lightroom Presets doesn't. On delivery type, RNI Films gives you Both where Contrastly Lightroom Presets offers Download.
RNI Films is the better fit for film-look specialists using Adobe or Capture One. Contrastly Lightroom Presets is the better fit for buyers needing a large preset bundle.
- RNI Films fits best
Film-look specialists using Adobe or Capture One
- Contrastly Lightroom Presets fits best
Buyers needing a large preset bundle
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Side by side
| Feature | RNI Films 8.6/10 Visit ↗ | Contrastly Lightroom Presets 8.5/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.6 | 8.5 |
| Ranking | #6 in Photo Preset Libraries | #7 in Photo Preset Libraries |
| Best for | Film-look specialists using Adobe or Capture One | Buyers needing a large preset bundle |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Paid |
| Starting price | — | $549 one-time |
| Free plan | ✓ (best) | — |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Desktop, Mobile | Desktop, Mobile |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS, iOS, Android | Windows, macOS, iOS, Android |
| Support | Email, Docs | Email, Docs |
| Integrations | 7 integrations | 3 integrations |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Solo, Small business |
| Features RNI Films 2/3 · Contrastly Lightroom Presets 2/3 | ||
| Video presets | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| Mobile support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Commercial license | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Specs | ||
| Delivery type | Both | Download |
| Included presets | Not checked yet | 1450 presets |
| Software support | Adobe Lightroom, Adobe Photoshop ACR, Capture One | Adobe Lightroom, Adobe Lightroom Classic, Adobe Camera Raw |
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| Our verdict | RNI Films is a collection of film-emulation presets, profiles, and editing tools for photographers who want film-inspired results across desktop and mobile workflows. Desktop products support Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop ACR, and Capture… Read the review → |
Contrastly Lightroom Presets is a downloadable collection of more than 1,450 presets for Adobe Lightroom, Lightroom Classic, and Adobe Camera Raw. It is aimed at photographers who want ready-made starting points for editing, including… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
RNI Films — where it wins
- Film-stock emulation with presets and profiles
- Supports Lightroom, Photoshop ACR, and Capture One
- iOS app includes RAW editing, grain, halation, and video grading
Where it doesn't
- Paid desktop packs range from $82 to $192 one-time
- Mobile editing features are centered on the iOS app
- Desktop product sales are final
Contrastly Lightroom Presets — where it wins
- More than 1,450 presets across varied photographic themes
- Supports Lightroom, Lightroom Classic, and Adobe Camera Raw
- Includes RAW/JPG support, mobile sync, and lifetime updates
Where it doesn't
- The Complete Bundle costs $549 as a one-time purchase
- Mobile synchronization follows computer installation
- Designed around Adobe Lightroom and Camera Raw workflows
- RNI Films8.6/10 · Free plan
A broad film-emulation library for Adobe, Capture One, and mobile workflows.
Visit RNI FilmsFull verdict → - Contrastly Lightroom Presets8.5/10 · Paid
A very large preset collection with broad themes, mobile sync, and a high upfront price.
Visit ContrastlyFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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