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OptiCull vs Photo Curator
Both stand on photo culling software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Mac
OptiCull combines scene-based comparison, automated culling, and import tools for Mac photo workflows. Note the lack of direct Apple Photos integration and the macOS-only availability.
Visit OptiCull Free plan LinuxMacWeb+1
Photo Curator combines blur sorting, duplicate clustering, and scored ranking for large photo libraries. Check the offline Linux bundle requirements if you plan to use that version.
Visit Photo CuratorThe facts
| OptiCull | Photo Curator | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Mac | Linux, Mac, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Pro: $79.99, paid once | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 2 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | dopeai.tech | github.com |
| On photo culling software | #7 of 26 | #3 of 26 |
OptiCull: what it does well
- Groups duplicates into adjustable scenes.
- Magi-Cull assessments can be overridden.
- Can analyze images while copying from SD cards.
- Photos stay local and AI runs on-device, according to the maker.
- Free plan includes unlimited photos and projects.
What to know first
- Available only for macOS; no Windows version is planned.
- Apple Photos has no direct integration.
- RAW support depends on the host macOS version.
- Pro costs 79.99 USD one-time.
Photo Curator: what it does well
- Free and open source.
- Culls into Sharp, Soft, and Blurry groups.
- Clusters near-duplicates and identifies the sharpest frame.
- Supports RAW formats supported by LibRaw.
- Files stay put until the user chooses an action.
What to know first
- Offline Linux bundle supports x86_64 only.
- Linux bundle requires glibc 2.28 or later.
- ARM and musl distributions are not covered by that bundle.
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