VSCO
VSCO: A preset-led editor with mobile, web, RAW, AI, batch, cloud, and video tools. Ranked #18 of 158 in Photo Editing Software by our editors (7.9/10); pricing: Free plan · 7-day trial; best for preset-driven mobile and web editing.
At a glance
- Editor score7.9 / 10
- PricingFree plan · 7-day trial
- Best forPreset-driven mobile and web editing
- Free planYes
- Paid from$2.49/mo
- PlatformMulti-platform
- Founded2011 · San Francisco, California, United States
- Facts checked20 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- 200+ presets and manual controls for varied editing workflows
- AI tools, batch editing, layered collages, and video editing
- Cloud sync connects the mobile app with the desktop web editor
Where it doesn't
- RAW and ProRAW editing is limited to supported iPhone devices
- Cloud synchronization to the desktop editor is for Pro Members
- Advanced features require paid plans beyond the 15-preset Starter tier
Our verdict on VSCO
VSCO is a photo and video editing platform for photographers and visual creators who want film-inspired presets alongside manual controls. Its mobile apps and browser-based editor support iOS, Android, and the web, while the feature set covers exposure, contrast, HSL, tone, white balance, collage and montage composition, saved Recipes, and video adjustments. The Starter plan provides 15 presets, community sharing, and VSCO Spaces at no cost, making it suitable for casual creators and photographers who want a focused starting point.
Pricing is structured around increasing creative depth. According to the published plans, Plus costs $2.49 per month when billed annually or $7.99 monthly, adding 200+ presets, advanced mobile editing, video editing, and an ad-free experience. Pro costs $4.99 per month when billed annually or $12.99 monthly, adding studio-grade mobile and desktop editing, unlimited AI Lab, client galleries, and a portfolio site. VSCO One costs $41.67 per month when billed annually and adds VSCO Workspace, unlimited client galleries, studio-grade editing tools, and a video education library. A 7-day free trial is also listed.
The strongest fit is for creators who value a preset-driven workflow but still need deeper controls, AI-assisted removal and enhancement, RAW support on supported iPhones, and batch editing of up to 100 photos in Studio Pro. Cloud synchronization connects the mobile app with the desktop web editor for Pro Members, and Adobe Lightroom is listed as an integration. The main boundary is platform-specific RAW support: RAW and ProRAW editing is available on supported iPhone devices, not Android or the web. Photographers seeking a mobile-and-web creative workflow should consider VSCO; users who need Android or browser-based RAW editing should choose an alternative.
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VSCO fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | $2.49/mo |
| Platform | Multi-platform |
| RAW photo support | Yes |
| Layer editing | Not verified |
| Masking tools | Not verified |
| Batch editing | Yes |
| Cloud sync | Yes |
| AI retouching | Yes |
| Free trial | 7 days |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android |
| Compliance & security | GDPR |
| Support | Email, Live chat, Tickets, Docs |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 9 integrations: Adobe Lightroom, Gmail, Outlook, Apple Calendar, Google Calendar, Square … |
| Pricing | Free plan · 7-day trial (source) |
| Website | vsco.co |
| Facts checked | 20 Sep 2026 |
VSCO integrations
VSCO lists 9 integrations on its own site.
- Adobe Lightroom
- Gmail
- Outlook
- Apple Calendar
- Google Calendar
- Square
- Stripe
- ShootProof
- PicTime
Alternatives to VSCO
- Adobe PhotoshopA deep, multi-platform editor for compositing, retouching, RAW work, and AI-assisted edits.9.4
- Adobe LightroomA broad Lightroom workflow for RAW editing, masking, organization, and synchronized access.9.2
- Capture OneA deep choice for professional RAW and tethered workflows, without a free plan.9.0
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