Download Photo Retouching - Best Software & Apps

Photoscape3.7

License: free Download
Platform: Windows

An amazing free photo editor with lots of extra tools

29301 votes

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PROS: Amazing free application, Lots of special effects and filters, Many extra tools to work with your photos
CONS: Nothing so far

Photo! Editor1.1

License: free Download
Platform: Windows; Android; Symbian

Edit and optimize photos the easy way

8093 votes

PROS: Fixes most imperfections in your images, Includes interesting tools to add light and morphing effects, Useful sidebar tutorial to explain features
CONS: Outdated interface, Lack of advanced image editing options

TouchRetouch4.0.1

License: buy Download
Platform: Android; Windows; iPhone

A Full Version program for Android‚ by ADVA Soft

1216 votes

GIMP2.8.14

License: free Download
Platform: Mac

Open source image editor gets even better

760 votes

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PROS: Multiplatform, Powerful image editing tools, Lots of interface tweaks to make it newbie friendly, Single-window mode, FINALLY runs natively on the Mac
CONS: Can't view multiple items in single-window mode, Not many included automated features

Snapseed2.0.93990626

License: free Download
Platform: Android; iPhone; Windows

Adjust and filter your photos

55 votes

PROS: Intuitive, Easily share to other apps, Minimalist interface
CONS: Some controls feel cramped on a phone, No RAW support

Windows Live Photo Gallery 201216.4.3528.331

License: free Download
Platform: Windows

Nicely simple photo organization

884 votes

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PROS: Very easy to use, Basic editing tools included
CONS: Long installation, Optimizing tools need improvement, Many extras require registration and/or additional downloads

PhotoFiltre Studio7.2.1

License: free Download
Platform: Windows

Great freeware image editor and optimizer

4489 votes

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PROS: Solid for a free image editor, Reads large amount of image formats, Quick batch convert/processing, Optimizable color palette, Quick contrast/hue/saturation buttons
CONS: Limited amount of filters, Unintuitive image explorer, Crowded and not customizable interface, Doesn't include layers

Aviary Photo Editor1.0

License: free Download
Platform: Windows; Android

Quickly edit pictures

730 votes

PROS: Quickly and easily edit images, Automatic saving, Crop tool presets
CONS: No zooming, Draw tools are too big, Limited color palate and no feathering

Adobe Photoshop Fix1.0.466

License: free Download
Platform: Android; iPhone

Professional and Intuitive Photoshop Tool for Mobile Phones

28 votes

PROS: Many new special effects for users to enjoy., This application still maintains the traditional 'feel' of Adobe Photoshop.
CONS: This software may cause older operating systems to run slower due to its file size., Some features such as a histogram display and a white-balance correction are not available within this version.

Photo Studio1.30.3

License: free Download
Platform: Android; BlackBerry

Photo editing with professional results

51 votes

PROS: Editing and retouching, Packed with filters, frames, effects..., Create mosaic art, Share with other applications
CONS: No support for some social apps, Must pay for additional effects

PhotoDirector - Photo Editor1.1.2.92540

License: buy Download
Platform: Android

A photo editor for easily retouching your pictures and adding effects

3 votes

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CymeraVaries with device

License: free Download
Platform: Android; iPhone

One of the best photo apps on mobile

135 votes

PROS: A ton of features, Share albums privately, A beautiful interface, Help screens to make it more user-friendly
CONS: Quality of effects, stickers, and borders varies, Registration required

Serif PhotoPlus Starter Edition3.0

License: free Download
Platform: Windows; Mac

Transform your photos with this slick image editor

239 votes

PROS: Lots of editing features, Easily navigable interface, QuickFix Studio for fast photo retouching, Multiple documents can be open at once, Drawing feature available
CONS: Most attractive features are only for the paid version, Tutorials are restricted to the paid version

PicMonkeyvaries-with-device

License: free Download
Platform: Windows; Web Apps

A popular image editor available as a Chrome extension

5 votes

PROS: The tools are very easy to use, Most of the extension’s functions are free-to-use
CONS: You cannot export your pictures without paying, The extension is still buggy

Corel PaintShop Pro (64-Bit)X7 (64-Bit)

License: buy Download
Platform: Windows

Complete graphics editor for all levels of ability

535 votes

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PROS: Large range of tools and effects, Support for layers, "Express Lab" to quickly fix photos
CONS: Lengthy installation process, Requires a Corel account, Overwhelming interface

Pixelmator3.3.1

License: buy Download
Platform: Mac; iPhone

A beautiful and fast image editor

220 votes

PROS: Use of layers, Use of Core Image, Multi-window interface
CONS: Limited preferences, Photoshop shortcuts don't work

RealWorld Paint2011.1

License: free Download
Platform: Windows

Free image editor with surprisingly powerful features

117 votes

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PROS: Easy to use, intuitive interface, Lets you scan images, import them from the Clipboard or take screenshots, Advanced features: support for layers, masks, shadows and more
CONS: Not as many options as a professional image editor

Nikon Capture NX2.2.4

License: buy Download
Platform: Windows; Mac

Nikon's excellent official photo editing and retouching software

178 votes

PROS: Precision enhancement tools, Edits in JPEG and TIFF formats, Professional but easy to use
CONS: May be a bit too precise and exacting for beginners

Old Photo Restoration Software3.2

License: buy Download
Platform: Windows

Old Photo Restoration Software helps retouching, removing spots, scratches and other imperfections.

26 votes

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Unshake1.5

License: free Download
Platform: Windows

Improve blurry photos

25 votes

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Softonic’s Best Rated Software for this topic
#	Name	Version	Votes	Rating	Platform
1	TouchRetouch	4.0.1	1216	8.3	Android, Windows, iPhone
2	Photoscape	3.7	29301	7.7	Windows
3	PhotoFiltre Studio	7.2.1	4489	7.6	Windows
4	Photo! Editor	1.1	8093	6.8	Windows, Android, Symbian
5	Windows Live Photo Gallery 2012	16.4.3528.331	884	6.6	Windows

Softonic’s Best Rated Software for this topic

Version

Votes

Rating

TouchRetouch

4.0.1

1216

8.3

Android, Windows, iPhone

Photoscape

3.7

29301