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PhotoPad vs PhotoQuill
Both stand on photo editors. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan AndroidExtensioniPhone+4
Choose PhotoPad if you want a broad set of photo editing and creative tools, including RAW support and direct uploads to listed services. The main reason to look elsewhere is the free edition's non-commercial-only restriction or the eight-image project limit.
Visit PhotoPad Free plan LinuxMacWeb+1
PhotoQuill combines a free browser editor with layered editing, broad format support, and optional credit-based AI tools. Check the paid plan details if you need commercial licensing or more credits.
Visit PhotoQuillThe facts
| PhotoPad | PhotoQuill | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | No | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, Extension, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows | Linux, Mac, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | PhotoPad Photo Editor Home Edition Annual Plan: $34.99 a year | See the plans |
| Plans published | 9 | 7 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | nchsoftware.com | photoquill.com |
| On photo editors | #15 of 96 | #19 of 96 |
PhotoPad: what it does well
- Includes crop, resize, retouch, color, exposure, blur, and sharpening tools.
- Supports non-destructive editing through an adjustable effects list.
- Makes collages, mosaics, calendars, greeting cards, and montages.
- Supports RAW editing, HDR and exposure blending, and wide panoramas.
- Can upload edited pictures to five named services.
What to know first
- The free edition is limited to non-commercial use.
- A project supports up to eight images.
- Telephone and live chat support are listed for Platinum support customers.
PhotoQuill: what it does well
- Free editor has no watermarks or hidden fees.
- Can be used without creating an account.
- Supports layered PSD editing and export.
- Images and AI processing stay on-device.
- Supports desktop, tablet, and mobile browsers.
What to know first
- AI generation uses credits.
- Paid plans start at $9.90/mo.
- Full commercial rights are included with Premium.
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