Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Photo Editors

The best Photo Editor alternative to Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic is GIMP, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic and many of them are Photo Editors so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Photo Editor alternatives to Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic are darktable, digiKam, RapidRAW and RawTherapee.

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  1. GIMP icon

    GIMP

     4814 likes

    Free open-source suite offering advanced photo retouching, image composition, original artwork creation, batch processing, plugin support, custom scripting, mass image format conversion, and integration with free publishing tools for comprehensive editing solutions.

    208 GIMP alternatives

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    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Haiku
    • Flatpak
    • AmigaOS
    • AppImage
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    GIMP vs Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic Comments
    Guest
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    GIMP is an alternative to Photoshop, not Lightroom

    • GIMP is Free and Open SourceAdobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic is Paid and Proprietary
    • GIMP is an Image Editor Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic is a Raw Photo Editor
    • GIMP is Customizable, Privacy focused and LightweightAdobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic is not according to our users
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    darktable

     368 likes

    Open source non-destructive RAW editor and virtual darkroom with zoomable lighttable, database-driven organization, HDR and EXR support, floating-point workflow, batch exporting, and advanced editing for photography and scientific imaging across platforms.

    81 darktable alternatives

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    darktable vs Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic Comments
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    I have experience using both darktable and Lightroom Classic. In my estimation, darktable is a more powerful tool than Lightroom Classic, except for the new AI features that LR has. However, darktable can be somewhat more cumbersome for novice and casual users.

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    Works better than Lightroom when your photos are on a NAS

    • darktable is Free and Open SourceAdobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic is Paid and Proprietary
    • darktable is Privacy focusedAdobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic is not according to our users
  4. digiKam icon

    digiKam

     367 likes

    digiKam is an advanced digital photo management tool that simplifies importing and organizing photos into albums. It supports various formats including RAW, features tagging, metadata management, duplicate finder, photo editing, sharing, GPS data handling, and has cross-platform compatibility.

    129 digiKam alternatives

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    • KDE Plasma
    • Flathub
    • Qt
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    RapidRAW

     69 likes

    GPU-accelerated RAW photo editor for Windows, macOS, and Linux featuring non-destructive workflow, AI-driven masking tools, 32-bit precision, advanced color grading, tonal controls, batch operations, preset system, customizable interface, and comprehensive export options.

    61 RapidRAW alternatives

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    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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    RawTherapee

     242 likes

    Raw photo processing software with advanced control over demosaicing. Ideal for newcomers, semi-professionals, and professionals. Supports HDR DNGs, JPGs, and TIFFs, with in-house enhancements for some camera models. Open-source, lacks digital asset management.

    68 RawTherapee alternatives

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    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Flatpak
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    RawTherapee vs Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic Comments
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    Although it doesn't have good photo management, it's the best alternative I've found to Lightroom after trying pretty much all the open source raw editors.

    • RawTherapee is Free and Open SourceAdobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic is Paid and Proprietary
    • RawTherapee is Privacy focusedAdobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic is not according to our users
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    Adobe Lightroom

     477 likes

    Maximize your photo editing and organizing abilities across platforms with non-destructive editing in high resolution and 1 TB of cloud storage. Harness simple tools like sliders to achieve your ideal image and automatically apply tags. Access and utilize Lightroom on mobile, web, or desktop.

    139 Adobe Lightroom alternatives

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  10. Luminar Neo icon

    Luminar Neo

     89 likes

    Advanced RAW photo editing software equipped with AI-driven features like GenErase, GenExpand, and GenSwap. Enhances portraits and landscapes using Sky AI and Atmosphere AI. Compatible with Adobe and Apple products, supports multiple formats, and offers panorama stitching, noise reduction, and more.

    105 Luminar Neo alternatives

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    • Chrome OS
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    • Apple Photos
    • Adobe Photoshop
    • visionOS
    • Adobe Lightroom
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  11. ACDSee Photo Studio icon

    ACDSee Photo Studio

     149 likes

    Offers organization, viewing, and editing tools for digital images, supports over 700 RAW formats, enables metadata embedding and syncing, dynamic category and keyword filters, workflow optimizations, non-destructive edits, detailed image preview, and sharing options.

    194 ACDSee Photo Studio alternatives

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  12. Adobe Elements icon

    Adobe Elements

     84 likes

    Comprehensive photo editing tool with AI-powered automation and easy step-by-step guidance. It includes unique creation tools, layer support, facial recognition, and organizes your photos seamlessly. Available as a one-time purchase, no subscription required, with cloud sync for flexibility.

    160 Adobe Elements alternatives

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    Capture One

     35 likes

    Capture One is a leading raw converter and workflow software which enables photographers to reduce the time and effort required to deliver astounding ready-to-use images with excellent color and detail.

    62 Capture One alternatives

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    Zoner Studio

     60 likes

    All-in-one photo editor offering organized asset management, advanced RAW processing, detailed layers and masks, HDR monitor compatibility, AI-powered tools for editing, integrated video editor for trimming, flexible culling options, and print creation features.

    101 Zoner Studio alternatives

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