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North Borders Presets vs Pat Kay Presets

Both stand on photo preset libraries. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

North Borders Presets

Paid AndroidiPhoneMac

North Borders offers preset bundles with Lightroom compatibility, mobile files, and instructional material. Check availability before purchasing because the listed Mini, V4, and Mega pages displayed sold-out notices.

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Pat Kay Presets

Paid AndroidiPhoneMac+2

Choose Pat Kay Presets if you use a supported Lightroom version and want a one-click route to one of five editing styles. The Complete Collection offers all five styles and 56 presets for $99, paid once. Look elsewhere if you use a Lightroom version based on Lrtemplate or need a free plan.

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The facts

North Borders PresetsPat Kay Presets
Free planNoNo
Open sourceNot publishedNot published
Runs onAndroid, iPhone, MacAndroid, iPhone, Mac, Web, Windows
Lowest paid planMINI PRESETS PACK: $20, paid onceFilm Preset Pack: $39, paid once
Plans published36
MakerNot publishedNot published
Websitenorthborders.copatkay.com
On photo preset libraries#32 of 35#28 of 35

North Borders Presets: what it does well

  • Works with Lightroom Classic, Mobile, and CC
  • RAW and JPEG support in major packs
  • DNG files and mobile transfer guide included
  • Tutorials and installation guides provided
  • One-time purchase pricing

What to know first

  • Mini, V4, and Mega pages showed sold out
  • No free plan or trial
  • Prices range from $20 to $93.75

Pat Kay Presets: what it does well

  • One-click application of editing settings to photos.
  • Five styles are available as separate packs.
  • Complete Collection combines 56 presets across five packs.
  • PDF installation guide included with instant downloads.
  • Complete Collection includes 27 mobile wallpapers.

What to know first

  • No free plan is available.
  • Requires Lightroom version 7 or later.
  • Not compatible with older versions using Lrtemplate.
  • Each individual preset pack costs $39, paid once.

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