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Head-to-head · Photo Preset Libraries

VSCO vs Contrastly Lightroom Presets

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 3 checks side by side
Higher score VSCO #5 in Photo Preset Libraries 8.7/10 Free plan · 7-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 0 of 3 features Visit VSCO
Contrastly Lightroom Presets #7 in Photo Preset Libraries 8.5/10 Paid ✓ 2 of 3 features Visit Contrastly

VSCO leads on 1 check, Contrastly Lightroom Presets on 0, and 2 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 3 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreVSCO · 8.7/10
  • Free planonly VSCO
  • Free trialonly VSCO
  • Most featuresContrastly Lightroom Presets · 2 of 3

VSCO scores higher on our rubric for photo preset libraries: 8.7 against 8.5 out of 10; our editors rank them #5 and #7.

VSCO offers free plan; Contrastly Lightroom Presets doesn't.

VSCO is the better fit for creators wanting presets plus a full editing app. Contrastly Lightroom Presets is the better fit for buyers needing a large preset bundle.

  • VSCO fits best

    Creators wanting presets plus a full editing app

  • Contrastly Lightroom Presets fits best

    Buyers needing a large preset bundle

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Side by side

Feature VSCO 8.7/10 Visit ↗ Contrastly Lightroom Presets 8.5/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.7 8.5
Ranking #5 in Photo Preset Libraries #7 in Photo Preset Libraries
Best for Creators wanting presets plus a full editing app Buyers needing a large preset bundle
Pricing model Free plan + paid Paid
Starting price $2.49/mo $549 one-time
Free plan ✓ (best) —
Free trial 7 days —
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Desktop, Mobile
Platforms Web, iOS, Android Windows, macOS, iOS, Android
Support Email, Live chat, Tickets, Docs Email, Docs
Integrations 9 integrations 3 integrations
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market Solo, Small business
Features VSCO 0/3 · Contrastly Lightroom Presets 2/3
Video presets Not checked yet Not checked yet
Mobile support Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Commercial license Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Specs
Delivery type Not checked yet Download
Included presets Not checked yet 1450 presets
Software support Not checked yet Adobe Lightroom, Adobe Lightroom Classic, Adobe Camera Raw
Our review
Pros
  • Free Starter plan includes 15 standard presets and photo editing.
  • Batch editing supports up to 100 images, with RAW and ProRAW capture.
  • Pro adds client galleries, portfolio sites, and unlimited AI Lab access.
  • 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
Cons
  • VSCO One is available only with annual billing.
  • Feature availability varies by membership and platform.
  • Its broad toolkit may exceed the needs of preset-only buyers.
  • The Complete Bundle costs $549 as a one-time purchase
  • Mobile synchronization follows computer installation
  • Designed around Adobe Lightroom and Camera Raw workflows
Our verdict

VSCO is a photography platform for editing and sharing photos and videos across the web, iOS, and Android. It suits creators developing a visual style, photographers editing RAW images, and professionals who need client-facing tools…

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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…

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  1. VSCOPhoto Preset Libraries 8.7Free plan · 7-day trial
  2. Contrastly Lightroom PresetsPhoto Preset Libraries 8.5Paid

Strengths and trade-offs

  • VSCO — where it wins

    • Free Starter plan includes 15 standard presets and photo editing.
    • Batch editing supports up to 100 images, with RAW and ProRAW capture.
    • Pro adds client galleries, portfolio sites, and unlimited AI Lab access.

    Where it doesn't

    • VSCO One is available only with annual billing.
    • Feature availability varies by membership and platform.
    • Its broad toolkit may exceed the needs of preset-only buyers.

  • 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
  • VSCO8.7/10 · Free plan · 7-day trial

    A broad editing platform for creators who want presets, AI tools, and client features.

    Visit VSCOFull 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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