Photomator review
A capable Apple-focused editor for RAW, masking, retouching, and batch workflows.
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
Photomator is a nondestructive photo editor for Apple devices, aimed at photographers and other users who need detailed correction, retouching, organization, and batch processing. Its feature set covers more than 750 RAW image formats, Levels and Curves, presets, library browsing, ratings, flags, filtering, export, sharing, watermarks, and LUT support. Editing can draw from Apple Photos, Files, external locations, or cloud services, with synchronization through iCloud Drive across supported Apple devices.
For advanced editing, Photomator brings together selective adjustments through linear, radial, and brush masks with AI-powered subject, sky, and background selections. Repair and Clone tools address object removal and content copying, while nondestructive editing preserves flexibility during correction. Batch editing and custom batch workflows make the product better suited to repeated processing than a basic one-image editor. Users who want focused RAW handling and detailed retouching within Apple’s ecosystem should find this combination compelling.
Pricing is organized into Monthly Subscription, Yearly Subscription, and Lifetime plans, with a listed starting price of 7.99; App Store prices vary by region. The product website states that Photomator remains a separate App Store purchase. Its strongest fit is for Apple users who value RAW coverage, masks, AI-assisted selections, library-based editing, and batch workflows. Users who need Windows or Android support, or who prefer a free editor, should consider an alternative with broader platform coverage or a different pricing model.
Photomator pros and cons
- Where it wins
- Supports more than 750 RAW image formats
- Combines masks, AI selections, repair, and clone tools
- Offers batch editing with Apple Photos and iCloud Drive integration
- Where it doesn't
- Available only on macOS and iOS
- Paid plans may not suit users seeking a free editor
- App Store pricing varies by region
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