Pixlr

Pixlr is a browser-based photo editor from Pixlr Pte Ltd, with Photoshop-style layers in Pixlr Editor and quick fixes in Pixlr Express. It adds AI image generation, generative fill, background removal and video and collage makers, with iOS and Android apps.

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Who it's for

Best for

  • People who need a quick free editor at work or school
  • Casual users who edit a few images a day

Not for

  • Anyone working on long projects they can't afford to lose
  • Free users who need to save many images a day

Pricing

Free plan$0
Plus$2.49/mo
Premium$9.99/mo
Ultra (from)$24.99/mo
Max$49.99/mo

Features

  • Pixlr Editor with layers

    A Photoshop-style editor in the browser with layers, masks, filters and adjustment tools.

  • Generative fill and AI tools

    Fill or extend part of a photo from a prompt, and use 20+ AI tools without installing anything.

  • AI image generator

    Turn a text prompt into an image, then edit it in the same app.

  • Remove background

    Cut out the subject of a photo automatically and download it with a clear background.

  • Video and collage makers

    Separate tools make short videos and photo collages from templates.

What users say

Pros

  • It is a dependable free editor in the browser for everyday edits, compositing and color fixes.
  • Handles layered, creative photo edits on mobile like a lightweight Photoshop alternative.

Cons

  • The free version is hemmed in by ads and a cap of three saves a day.
  • Frequent slowdowns and unexpected crashes can cause work to be lost completely.
  • Heavy focus on generative AI features has degraded the core photo editing experience.

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Global Traffic Rank

Top 10k

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