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Pixelmator Pro vs Retoucher Background Remover
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 trial iPhoneMac
Pixelmator Pro combines photo editing, design tools and AI features across Mac and iPad. Check the operating-system requirements and the separate Mac, Creator Studio or education pricing before choosing it.
Visit Pixelmator Pro Free plan Web
Retoucher Background Remover focuses on isolating subjects and exporting transparent PNGs, with free credits and paid monthly allowances. Choose a plan according to image volume, and note that adding a replacement background is outside this tool.
Visit Retoucher Background RemoverThe facts
| Pixelmator Pro | Retoucher Background Remover | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | A free trial | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | No |
| Runs on | iPhone, Mac | Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Apple Creator Studio for students and educators: $29.99 a year | Starter: $15 a month |
| Plans published | 6 | 4 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | apple.com | retoucher.com |
| On photo editors | #77 of 96 | #73 of 96 |
Pixelmator Pro: what it does well
- Supports more than 750 RAW formats
- Includes masking and nondestructive layers
- Provides vector and typography tools
- Works with Mac and iPad
- Offers AI image tools
What to know first
- No free plan
- iPad access requires Apple Creator Studio
- Requires macOS 26 or iPadOS 26
- Some features require internet access
Retoucher Background Remover: what it does well
- Exports transparent PNG files
- Handles soft-edge transparency
- Offers four starter credits
- Supports Backdrop Swap and design export
- Provides three monthly credit tiers
What to know first
- No replacement backgrounds
- Web access only
- Each cutout uses one credit
- No free trial
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