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Best Background removers in 2026

Background removers remove the background from an image. Across this category, tools are available for web, API, iOS, Android, macOS and Windows.

70 apps
How the order is worked out

1

BackgroundRemover

Free plan Open source APILinuxMac+3

BackgroundRemover offers local, API and web-service routes for image and video background removal.

9.2 Free plan Visit site
2

Kavij

Free plan Open source APISelf-hostedWeb

Kavij combines background removal with a useful set of touch-up and background editing options.

9.1 Free plan Visit site
3

BG0

Free plan Open source AndroidAPIiPhone+2

BG0 offers local browser processing and a free download path for transparent PNGs, with a separate library for developers.

8.7 Free plan Visit site
4

Pixelcut

Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+1

Pixelcut combines product-image editing with video tools, plus batch processing and API access.

7.7 Free plan Visit site
5

Cutout.Pro
by Cutout.Pro
Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+4

Cutout.Pro offers background removal, replacement, batch processing, and a correction brush, with previews available before spending credits.

7.7 Free plan · paid from $5/mo Visit site
6

Photoroom
by Photoroom
Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+2

Choose Photoroom if you want a multi-platform photo editor with batch editing, layers, masking, cloud sync, and AI retouching.

7.7 Free plan Visit site
7

EraseBG

Free plan AndroidiPhoneSelf-hosted+1

EraseBG offers local browser-based editing, batch work, and several export formats at no charge. Users should account for its lack of API and the stated Safari and iOS image-size limits.

7.6 Free plan Visit site
8

Erase.bg

Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+3

Erase.bg offers background removal alongside editing, bulk processing, and API options. Check the file limits and credit terms before choosing a plan.

7.6 Free plan Visit site
9

Zawa AI Background Remover (formerly X-Design)
by Zawa AI Background Remover (formerly X-Design)
Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+1

Choose Zawa if you need batch background removal with edge controls and editing options in a browser.

7.6 Free plan Visit site
10

Don's Tools Background Remover

Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+3

Pick Don's Tools Background Remover for free browser-based background removal, especially when batch processing or offline use after the first download matters.

7.6 Free plan Visit site
11

RemoveBackgrounds.ai

Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb

RemoveBackgrounds.ai offers free batch background removal with replacement options across web and mobile platforms.

7.5 Free plan Visit site
12

Removal.AI

Free plan APIMacWeb+1

Removal.AI combines automatic background removal with editing, bulk upload, desktop, and API options.

7.5 Free plan · paid from $1.89 Visit site
13

RMBG

Free plan APILinuxMac+2

Choose RMBG if you want a free background remover with model selection, batch processing, and local image handling.

7.5 Free plan Visit site
14

Clipdrop
by Clipdrop
Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+1

7.5 Free plan Visit site
15

Knockout API

Free plan APIWeb

Knockout API combines a broad set of image tools with asynchronous video background removal and developer clients.

7.4 Free plan · paid from $0.02 Visit site
16

Deback

Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb

Choose Deback for browser based background removal with batch review, touch-up controls, and local image processing.

7.4 Free plan Visit site
17

Artguru Background Remover
by Artguru Background Remover
Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+1

Artguru offers background removal and replacement across web and mobile, with free credits for new users.

7.4 From $0.01 Visit site
18

PhotoScissors

Free plan APIiPhoneMac+2

PhotoScissors offers automatic and manual background removal online, plus desktop bulk processing and an API. Check the online upload limits and the output or license terms that fit your workflow.

7.4 Free plan · paid from $4.99 Visit site
19

Background Gone

Free plan Self-hostedWeb

Choose Background Gone for browser-based background removal with local processing, several replacement options, and a free batch allowance.

7.3 Free plan Visit site
20

Pixeroom

Free plan iPhoneMacWeb

Pixeroom focuses on consistent product imagery, with batch framing and reusable templates. Its free web plan has daily export limits, and the native apps are separate products.

7.3 Free plan Visit site
21

remover.bg

Free plan AndroidAPIWeb

remover.bg combines browser editing, multiple export formats, and a paid API. Compare the daily free allowance and expiring subscription credits with the one-time credits, which do not expire.

7.3 Free plan · paid from $2 Visit site
22

BGNinja

Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+1

BGNinja combines background removal, browser refinements, batch processing, and an account-free API.

7.3 Free plan · paid from €3 Visit site
23

PhotoKit Background Remover

Free plan AndroidAPIExtension+5

PhotoKit combines background removal with a set of online editing tools and several integration options.

7.3 Free plan Visit site
24

ClearBackdrop

Free plan APIWeb

Choose ClearBackdrop for free API-based background replacement and batch processing, including commercial use.

7.2 Free plan Visit site
25

Clearcut
by Clearcut
Free plan APIWeb

Clearcut combines background removal, batch editing, and API access with a credit-based model. Check the guest and monthly credit limits, file retention period, and plan terms against your workflow.

7.2 Free plan · paid from $5 Visit site

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Compare the free plan, free trial and pricing model before choosing. For code you may need to inspect or modify, review the open-source licence. Confirm that the tool supports your platform and workflow.

Questions

Are background removers free?

The list includes both free and freemium pricing. Free plans are available, but review each plan's details before choosing.

Do background removers offer free trials?

A free trial may be available. Review the trial conditions and what follows its end.

Can I use an open-source background remover?

Open-source code may be available. Read the licence to confirm whether it allows the use or changes you need.

Which platforms support background removers?

These tools cover web, API, iOS, Android, macOS and Windows platforms.

What does Knockout API cost?

Knockout API has a free plan and lists paid pricing from $0.02.

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