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Photomatix Pro vs Pixeluvo
Both stand on photo editing software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free trial MacWindows
Photomatix Pro combines detailed HDR controls, batch previews, alignment, and ghost removal for desktop photographers. The watermarking trial and one-set plugin limit are important considerations before purchase.
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Pixeluvo combines detailed photo correction with layered editing, masks, drawing, and effects. Check the trial’s saved-file limit and current Linux availability before choosing it.
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| Photomatix Pro | Pixeluvo | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | A free trial | A free trial |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Mac, Windows | Linux, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Photomatix Pro 7: $99, paid once | See the plans |
| Plans published | 1 | 2 |
| Maker | Photomatix Pro | Not published |
| Website | hdrsoft.com | pixeluvo.com |
| On photo editing software | #133 of 159 | #137 of 159 |
Photomatix Pro: what it does well
- Six HDR processing methods
- Over 70 settings and 40 presets
- Automatic handheld-photo alignment
- Advanced ghost removal
- Supports multiple professional output formats
What to know first
- No free plan
- Trial images carry a watermark
- Included plugins process one bracketed set at once
- Batch automation is preset-based
Pixeluvo: what it does well
- Unlimited layers, blending modes, and layer masks
- Curves, Levels, temperature, and tonal balance controls
- Pressure-sensitive graphics tablet support
- 30-day trial available
- Noise, blur, distortion, and painterly filters
What to know first
- Trial saves limited to 800×600 pixels
- No free plan
- Linux download currently unavailable
- Windows-only requirements listed on download page
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