Pixlr
Browser photo editor with AI generation, generative fill, and background removal.
Visit Pixlr Free with ads; Plus from $1.99/mo, Premium from $7.99/mo
Quick verdict
- Best for
- Quick photo edits without Photoshop
- Pricing
- Free with ads; Plus from $1.99/mo, Premium from $7.99/mo
- Not ideal if
- Ads and limits on the free tier
What is Pixlr?
Pixlr is a long-running online photo editor that added AI image generation, generative fill and expand, face swap, and one-click background removal, with a free tier and cheap subscriptions. It is the browser-based alternative to Photoshop for quick jobs.
Key features
- Layer-based editing in the browser
- AI generate, fill, expand, and remove
- Background removal and batch editing
- Face swap and portrait retouching
- Templates for social sizes
Pros
- Real editing tools, not just templates
- Very cheap for what it does
- No install
Cons
- Ads and limits on the free tier
- AI generation quality trails dedicated generators
- Not a Photoshop replacement for professional retouching
Best for
Quick photo edits without PhotoshopStudents and hobbyistsSocial media managers on a budget
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