Side by side
| Feature | Luminar Neo | Pixelcut |
|---|---|---|
| What it does | AI-powered photo editor for desktop, mobile and (soon) web that automatically enhances, retouches and restores photos for photographers and hobbyists. | AI photo and video editor for e-commerce sellers, creators and small brands: background removal, upscaling, product photos and AI actors. |
| Price from | 289 PLN | 8 USD/mo |
| Free plan | no | yes |
| Platforms | web, ios, android, windows, mac | web, ios, android, api, chrome |
| API | not stated | yes |
Luminar Neo: key features
- AI image enhancement that detects areas to adjust automatically
- Generative tools: remove distractions, expand scene, replace objects (GenErase, GenSwap, GenExpand)
- Sky replacement and relighting such as golden hour and fog effects
- Portrait tools: skin smoothing, facial feature enhancement, background blur
- Image quality tools: restoration of old photos, denoising, upscaling
- Raw editing for over 1000 cameras, plus layers, masking and clone tool
Pixelcut: key features
- Background removal for images and video
- Upscaling up to 16x with selectable models
- Expand (uncrop) images beyond the frame
- Generative fill and AI retouch/erase
- AI product photos and product showcase generation
- Batch editing across hundreds of files
FAQ
Is Luminar Neo or Pixelcut better?
It depends on the job - compare prices, free plans and features in the table above.
Are Luminar Neo and Pixelcut free?
Luminar Neo: No - according to the vendor, it is paid only. Pixelcut: Yes, there is a free plan. Free plan: limited background removal, limited upscale, limited Generative Fill and Expand (300/day), free export without watermark, 600 AI credits per month listed in the plan comparison.