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PhotoEditR vs
the rest.
Where PhotoEditR fits for layers, masks, type and graphics.
See the difference
What you get, shown rather than listed.
Layers, groups & blend modes
Groups, opacity, masks and 37 blend modes.
Layer masks you paint
Paint black to hide, white to show.
Adjustment layers
Changes on their own layer, with a mask.
Live layer effects
Stack stroke, glow, extrude and shadows.
Save projects, pick up later
Reopen your layers where you left them.
Auto-save & recovery
Saved in your browser; restore after a crash.
Install it, use it offline
Install as an app; opens offline.
Feature by feature
PhotoEditR vs other design tools
| Feature | PhotoEditR | Subscription pro editor | Browser template tool |
|---|---|---|---|
| Typical price | Free for personal use | Monthly subscription | Free tier, paid plans monthly |
| Real layers & blend modes | ✓ | ✓ | Limited |
| Layer masks | ✓ vector + paint | ✓ | Limited |
| PSD import | ✓ import* | ✓ native | Partial |
| Pen / Bezier tool | ✓ | ✓ | Basic shapes |
| Typography effects | ✓ grad, outline, path | ✓ | Limited |
| Works offline | ✓ | Limited | ✗ |
| Your files stay local | ✓ | Vendor cloud sync | Cloud-based |
| Runs in browser | Modern browsers + installable PWA | Mainly desktop apps | Web / mobile |
| Bonus templates | 148 layered templates | Varies by tool | ✓ large library |
| Learning curve | Moderate | Steep | Easy but limited |
| Subscription required | No | Yes | For paid plans |
* PSD import — four ways: rasterized, Ultra Match (layers kept, checked against the file’s composite), editable layers or flattened.
Also worth considering
vs other desktop editors
| Feature | PhotoEditR | Premium desktop editor | Open-source desktop editor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | Free for personal use | Varies by product | Free |
| Runs in browser | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
| PSD import | ✓ import* | ✓ excellent | Partial |
| Bonus templates | 148 layered templates | Marketplace | ✗ |
PhotoEditR vs each kind of editor
vs subscription photo editors. Real layers, no subscription.
No monthly fee. Free for personal use.
vs cloud design tools. Real editing, not just templates.
Layers, masks and PSD import, with files kept on your device.
vs free open-source editors. Layers in a browser tab.
Nothing to install, and your files stay on your device.
vs open-source paint apps. Built for photos and design.
Layers, masks and type tools for photo and layout work.
vs the rest. One editor for photos and design.
Layers, templates and PSD import, free for personal use.
Who it's for
Pick the right tool.
PhotoEditR is right for you if…
You make thumbnails, social, brand graphics and product shots, and want real layers and no monthly bill.
Consider a subscription pro editor if…
You need the deepest RAW processing, 3D/video, or your team shares a subscription suite.
Consider a browser template tool if…
You mostly swap copy on premade templates and post straight to social.
Consider a premium desktop editor if…
You want the deepest PSD fidelity in a one-time-purchase desktop app.
Open it in your browser and decide.
The editor, free online — no sign-up, no watermark.
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