Darkroom

What Darkroom is

Darkroom is a photo-editing app for macOS and iOS with RAW photo support, masking, and batch editing. Its listed capabilities also include cloud sync and AI retouching. The free Starter plan lets users try premium tools, but exporting requires Darkroom+. The Yearly plan costs $39.99 per year and includes full access, Family Sharing, and a free trial. Monthly access costs $9.99 per month, includes full access, can be cancelled anytime, and has no trial. A separate Forever option is listed at $99.99 per month as a one-time purchase, with full access and future features included. The plan details also list a free trial, with the Yearly plan specifying one and the Monthly plan none. Darkroom was founded in 2015. Its listed platform coverage is macOS and iOS, so users should check that those systems fit their editing workflow. Starter offers a way to try the tools, but the export requirement matters if you need to save edited work.

Who it suits

Darkroom suits people editing photos on macOS or iOS who want RAW support, masking, batch editing, cloud sync, or AI retouching. It may also suit users who want to try premium tools before choosing a paid plan, provided they note the export restriction.

Limits

Starter lets users try premium tools but requires Darkroom+ for exporting. The Monthly plan has no trial; the Yearly plan includes a free trial.

Getting started

1. Open the Darkroom website.
2. Use a macOS or iOS device.
3. Start with Starter to try the premium tools.
4. Choose Yearly, Monthly, or Forever for the listed paid access options.
5. Use Darkroom+ when you need to export from Starter.

Verdict

Darkroom offers a broad set of listed editing tools across macOS and iOS, with free tool access and multiple paid options. Check the Starter export restriction and the Forever plan's listed billing details before choosing.