# ACDSee Pro Reviews 2026. Verified Reviews, Pros & Cons | Capterra

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ACDSee Pro

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Last updated March 13th, 2026

# Reviews of ACDSee Pro

Ease of use

4.4

Customer Service

4.2

## Pros and Cons in Reviews

TD

Tom D

Owner and Lead PhotographerPhotography, Self-employedUsed the software for: More than 2 years.

“Before I became a professional photographer, I was pleased with how ACDSee Pro performed and how it allowed me to edit and manage my assets.“

April 3, 2025

KŻ

Karol Ż

CEOComputer Software, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months.

“Too restrictive licensing system that prevents use of the software.“

May 5, 2023

MT

Marta T

Visual ArtistFine Art, Self-employedUsed the software for: More than 2 years.

“This software is the only software you need in your PC to manage big amount of pictures of any format!“

December 2, 2022

NN

Nick N

Vice- PresidentHealth, Wellness and Fitness, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years.

“The only thing that I'm not a fan of is when you change the size of a picture, it doesn't immediately resize the picture view. “

December 17, 2021

AM

Alessandro M

System AdministratorGovernment Administration, 51 - 200 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years.

“New features are continuously added including the latest are: People Mode with Face Detection & Recognition, Noise Reduction, HDR tool, selections and masks based on channels, focus stacking that merges different images producing sharper details and less artefacts.“

February 28, 2022

MT

Marta T

Visual ArtistFine Art, Self-employedUsed the software for: More than 2 years.

“Everything is clear, simple, intuitive... sometimes something raises a question, of course, but load of tutorials are here to help you!“

December 2, 2022

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Julia A.  
Founder | Citywide WiFi Network | Integrated Marketing Strategies |  
  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Overall Good Program to Have in Your Photography Workflow"

July 24, 2018

5.0

We use it for some very important elements in our digital workflow. Sorting images by story line from multiple cameras, selecting images for an online gallery, even using it to rename the images.

Pros

We use this program primarily for sorting and renaming huge quantities of files from multiple cameras. We shoot upwards of 100 weddings a year and this program is a life-saver. We have to take the images from two cameras, sort them so they tell the same story and then rename all the files once they are ordered. This program saves us! Other programs can do this, but the ACDSee platform is the easiest. We also go through and select the images we want to provide in a public online gallery for the Bride and Groom's family and friends. This makes it really easy to go through the images and select the ones we want included. Again, other programs can do this but this has been the easiest we have found.

Cons

For the most part it is easy to use. Learning to navigate yet another panel in another program is frustrating when you haven't learned how the designers think, but for the most part that's not a flaw in design, just operator error.

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TD

Tom D.  
Owner and Lead Photographer  
Photography  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "ACDSee Pro for the consumer and professional!"

April 3, 2025

5.0

Before I became a professional photographer, I was pleased with how ACDSee Pro performed and how it allowed me to edit and manage my assets.

Pros

I liked the user interface and how intuitive the app is.

Cons

ACDSee Pro lacked some more advanced features that professional photographers use.

Alternatives considered

[PaintShop Pro](https://www.capterra.com/p/233262/PaintShop-Pro/)

Reason for choosing ACDSee Pro

I found ACDSee Pro to have more features that I needed compared to other products.

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KŻ

Karol Ż.  
CEO  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "I think it may be good software but I have not succeeded to use it. "

May 5, 2023

1.0

I was unable to activate, and customer service was not very interested in solving the problems.

Pros

I used to have an older version and it works very well. It met its role well, photo management. But the current one I have not been able to activate. The customer support was not able to solve the activation problems on my computer.

Cons

Activation problems. Too restrictive licensing system that prevents use of the software.

Switched from

[GIMP (GNU Image Manipulation Program)](https://www.capterra.com/p/168960/GIMP/)

Better photos management.

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Pramod N.  
Business Analyst  
Insurance  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "ACDSee: Photographer's best friend"

October 17, 2018

5.0

Pros

I have been using ACDSee from the times of DOS based version. It has been most go-to tool for viewing, organizing tool for my memories. As I developed passion for photography, it became my best friend. Over years, ACDSee viewer also became editor/enhancer and all-in-one solution for photo editing. I like it simplicity and ease of use. You can edit/enhance your images easily if you are novice computer user. Supports for wide array for file formats including RAW, effortless organizing, one-click editing are plus of ACDSee. This is must have software if you like keeping your memories organized.

Cons

None, its just get better and better. Though pricing could be more affordable.

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Jill S.  
owner  
Leisure, Travel & Tourism  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "ACDSee Pro is a Solid Photo Editor"

March 11, 2022

5.0

Pros

Extremely user friendly photo editor. Professional looking photos make my social media accounts pop.

Cons

I have found this to be an affordable alternative to more sophisticated photo editors like Adobe Photoshop.

Switched from

[Adobe Photoshop](https://www.capterra.com/p/229092/Adobe-Photoshop/)

Less expensive and easier learning curve.

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Alirio Rubén R.  
Gerente de Marca - Integrigo  
  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "User from the first versions of the program"

July 17, 2018

5.0

Pros

This software started as a simple image viewer, with more options than what Microsoft presented in its portfolio of products at the end of the 90s. Right now presents the opportunity to categorize, sort, process, copy, print, retouch, as main functions, our images, either individually or in batches. It is also an excellent visualizer of our catalog of images, allowing the change of some values from the first sight.

Cons

I think that the program, with the passing of the years, has lost a bit of its personality and its graphical interface tries to copy the look and feel of Adobe Lightroom. It is a tool that can be used by amateur or media photographers, but it is not the most recommended for professional photographers or who handle a large volume of images. At some time I wanted to include cutting marks and it was impossible. I do not know if they have evolved in this aspect.

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Yasir R.  
Network Operation Center Manager  
Internet  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Best Photo Management application "

October 11, 2017

5.0

All my pictures and needed images that I use in many works and operations I control them by this program and make my edit on it which its very fast can get a clear picture fixing lights and colors easily. I don't have anything don't like in this application, since using it and all of my photos being edited and viewed by this program and its very easy to use and learn.

Pros

How easy editing the photo and re-size it. Allow saving many image extension formats and can manage all type of images without any difficulties.

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April R.  
Owner  
Photography  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "I love this program. "

December 7, 2017

5.0

Pros

Great for browsing jpeg's quickly and for tagging them with numbers, colors, etc. Way, way better to do that than with Lightroom. Couldn't live without this software as a very busy portrait photographer

Cons

They used to create quick albums for you so I could share images with clients quickly via links. They got rid of that and I really, really miss it.

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catherine C.  
Marketing Communication Manager  
  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "ACDSee Rocks! "

March 15, 2018

5.0

not much to complaint... once you become familiar with it, it becomes a part of all that you do! Learning how to use it is totally easy and fast

Pros

ACDSee is an excellent program to process and edit a considerable amount of photographs in a very short time and of excellent quality. The software opens any type of picture and it does quickly. The images are sharp.

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Paul R.  
Executive Director  
Non-Profit Organization Management  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Great Photo Software"

July 19, 2019

4.0

I used this through multiple versions over multiple years. It always helped us get done what we needed and the price was very fair.

Pros

The ability to upload images to the web. Being able to mass-edit and rename multiple images at once.

Cons

In the earlier versions, it would frequently crash, but this has improved over the past 2-3 years for sure.

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YB

Yves B.  
critique ACDSee  
Fine Art  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Après vente incompétent !"

December 24, 2022

4.0

Pros

Excellent logiciel photo que je place en troisième position après PS et LR.Je possède PRO 8 depuis 2014.Hélas en commandant (et en payant) une nouvelle version de mise à niveau, le service après vente est incapable de faire quoi que ce soit afin que je puisse l'installer.Pas de technicien dans le SAV !!! Débrouillez vous !!ASDSee encaisse rapidement les paiements mais n'est pas en mesure de mettre à niveau un logiciel payé et dont la code de clé est confirmé. Une solutio n ??? : ............Le remboursement.C'est juste scandaleux !!! :o(((L'incompétence n'a pas de limite t détruit une très bon produite, c'est lamentable !Sur Photoshop ou Lightroom le SAV est au TOP en disponibilité et en qualité.

Cons

J'ai Pro 8 de 2014 c'est un bon logiciel. Au delà 0je ne peux pas juger car le SAV est incapable de me permettre d'installer une version 2023 (payé !)Excellent logiciel photo que je place en troisième position après PS et LR.Je possède PRO 8 depuis 2014.Hélas en commandant (et en payant) une nouvelle version de mise à niveau, le service après vente est incapable de faire quoi que ce soit afin que je puisse l'installer.Pas de technicien dans le SAV !!! Débrouillez vous !!ASDSee encaisse rapidement les paiements mais n'est pas en mesure de mettre à niveau un logiciel payé et dont la code de clé est confirmé. Une solutio n ??? : ............Le remboursement.C'est juste scandaleux !!! :o(((L'incompétence n'a pas de limite t détruit une très bon produite, c'est lamentable !Sur Photoshop ou Lightroom le SAV est au TOP en disponibilité et en qualité.

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RB

Rainer B.  
Dipl.-Phys.  
Architecture & Planning  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Neu installiert gut, dann immer schlechter im Gebrauch"

August 24, 2023

2.0

Bilder sortieren und Ordnen. Geringe Bearbeitung wegen der häufigen Abstürze.

Pros

Sortieren, Umbenennen. Sonst gibt es nichts Lobenswertes, da alles im Laufe der Zeit langsamer und mit Abstürzen läuft! Nach jeder Upgrade kläuft erstmal alles gut, bis dann das alte Theater wieder losgeht.

Cons

Nach einigen Monaten intensiver Nutzung immer wieder Abstürze und Einfrieren des Bildschirms. Das Problem hat ACDSEE bereits seit über 10 Jahren. Service: Gar nicht. keine Anfrage wird beantwortet. Statt dessen ständig neue Sonderangebote.

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JT

Jodi T.  
owner  
Sports  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Best photo editor"

December 13, 2019

5.0

I do underwater photography for my clients. They love the photos and with one button I can auto adjust colour to make them pop.

Pros

Ease of use is the main thing. Photos are easy to find and manipulate, edit and enhance. Easy to buy and load.

Cons

Changed a few things since my renewal. Otherwise nothing bad to say about it. NOTHING NOTHING NOTHING

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dF

dave F.  
video editor  
Education Management  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Actually worth the money in the long run!"

April 10, 2019

4.0

I use this software to keep photos and media organized for websites that I manage. At any time I need images manipulated or be able to be shared and I use ACDSee Pro to keep everything.

Pros

I've always liked using ACDSee as a graphics viewer. Using the Pro version is good because I'm actually at a professional usage and need for the software. It fits in well with the tools I need to keep media well organized and able to adapt to different needs. I am able to made quick adjustments to any of the thousands of images on my PC as a job may call for. I do not regret at all this software!

Cons

I would say the price is a bit steep, but I think of it as an investment rather then a high price. In the long run you will thank yourself for paying the one-time price. I've been using it for a long time, so I know.

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hD

hemant D.  
Website making  
Civil Engineering  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Create awesome phto with ACDSee Pro"

December 21, 2020

4.0

Pros

\_Good to manage all photos database. - Classifiy images easily.

Cons

\-- Editor is not so poweerful,lot of other alternative software available .

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
System Analytics  
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing  
Used the software for: I used a free trial

### "Well known picture tool"

December 3, 2019

5.0

It has all features needed for picture editing and reviewing

Pros

I had be using this application few month ago, also have been using it in the past long time ago. Certainly it is good app.

Cons

I have no remarks except price for app that I will use once per month or even less. Windows offers free solution for my needs

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Dan S.  
Partner  
Medical Practice  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Trusted Photo Editor"

March 9, 2021

4.0

I've used this through multiple platforms since digital cameras were invented.

Pros

It doesn't have a many features as something like Photoshop but is quick and easy to use.

Cons

Needs more control over cropping features. And resizing, strangely, is in a totally different place

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DG

Deb G.  
Clinical Mental Health Counselor  
Mental Health Care  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "No skill required..it just works!"

January 25, 2017

5.0

I'm sure having skill would make this even better but I'm an amateur photographer that adores taking pictures of my pets and nature. I end up with thousands of digital photos scattered all over my pc. ACDSee solved this problem for me and made it super simple for me to edit/enhance each of my photos. It just works...the features are amazing and I've not only sorted out all of my photos and made the "keepers" even nicer, but I've also had fun doing so. I've had problems with other imaging software where it just 'blows up' /errors but I've had zero issues with ACDSee on my Windows 10 laptop. It runs smooth and does what it says it'll do. Love it!!

Pros

Ease of use, plentiful features, excellent tutorials

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KF

Kevin F.  
Owner  
  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Keeps getting better"

January 19, 2018

5.0

Pros

Every new release has many new improvements from the previous one. The software opens any type of picture and does it quickly. The images are sharp.

Cons

Some times the terms they use to edit or process pictures can be a little confusing. Sometimes I have trouble understanding the work flow.

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
leading seller expert  
  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Suitable for beginners, but for more thorough work with photos prefer another program."

April 17, 2018

4.0

Pros

I like the black color of the interface, easy to use, suitable for simple and fast image processing.

Cons

Very expensive editor for this functions. the interface is too cluttered with different tabs and buttons. Heavy program.

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KM

Kamal M.  
Manger  
Automotive  
Used the software for: I used a free trial

### "ACDSEE PRO"

December 13, 2020

5.0

It's so easy to browse and watch my photos

Pros

It's so easy to use this software and I can very easy browse my photos

Cons

I found that software better than old software's

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EI

Emad I.  
Senior Web Developer  
Machinery  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Beautiful and balanced Photo browser and editor for simple daily tasks"

November 17, 2019

5.0

The rich featrues this program has as both photo editor and browser, the seamless integration with other programs on different systems, and keeping tabs on my photos in the cloud to be shared across multiple platforms to be readily for editing and publishing is a huge advantage worth noting and praising here.

Pros

I am not really a professional photographer nor i am an expert geek at editing photos with complex programs like Photoshop, I was only looking for a program to let me access the most basic functions, where i can simply browse and edit my photos only without too much hassle like other programs do, I have tried multiple programs like adobe lightroom but it wasn't (light) at all, in contrary it way too heavy on my machine and needs to be updated regularly to work otherwise it would be infested with bugs and crashes everynow and then (especially when i update my windows) that could shutdown the program while i had spent hours of editing my photo to find all my efforts go in vain and nothing had been saved and have to go all over again, I was actively searching for other alternatives here and there until i found the ACDsee pro I thought to myself why not i could give him a shot, and Oh my God I found my salvation within this amazing piece of software, it has everything i needed and more, very lightweight ( doesn't take too much ram nor clog the processor or Hard disk usage), very easy to use, have the most simplest and friendliest user interface i ever dealt with, it serves well as either photo browser ( where i can browse, arrange and organize my photos under workspace tab, import from multiple locations: Disk,flash or CDs) or as photo editor (as doing a batch processing or export in different formats, resizing, cropping, create wonderful slideshow for special occasions).

Cons

The cloud services needs to have appropriate prices for entry planes, some features especially those used for editing color curves and balancing exposure need some to be revamped to give a more clear and less noisy outcomes on par with competitors.

Reason for choosing ACDSee Pro

Convenience , has better reviews, has better customer support, has better price plans for the pro program features.

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AP

Alan P.  
Photographer  
Photography  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Look Under The Hood"

December 4, 2020

4.0

I've seen many comparisons between ACDSee and Lightroom. They are both very good at the workflow for digital photography, and I think it becomes a matter of preference. My suggestion is whichever system you use, stick with it, and get as good as you can with it. I do like ACDSee very much, especially because it has additional features (kind of like having parts of Photoshop sprinkled in). I am very excited to keep on improving my knowledge and skill in photography post-production with ACDSee.

Pros

From the beginning many years ago when I started using ACDSee as a photo editor and DAM (Digital Asset Manager), I just dug right in and found the tools I was most interested in using. My results were always good enough to make me want to have and use the new features on the next version. I should have known better, but by jumping right in, I ended up wasting a whole lot of time in the long run. A couple of years ago, in an effort to learn a little more about one of the tools, I took a look at one of the many training videos ACDSee makes for its users. And in a word, Whoa! I started learning how ACDSee could help me achieve superior photo results in much less time than before. What the effective differences are between two similar tools; easy and effecient organization of all my photos; setting up smart workflows where I can process my photographs quickly and in a correct order; and much, much more. ACDSee has a wealth of really useful trainings and tutorials that will make you a better photographer and are truly worth your time invested. That's why I highly recommend 'looking under the hood'.

Cons

ACDSee (Ultimate) seems to take quite a while to load up on both of my two systems (both Windows 10). The latest release (2021) is faster (though not fast), so it looks like they are working on it.

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SS

Stefano S.  
CIO  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "One of the best Pictures and Video management software"

March 23, 2024

5.0

Pros

The easyness to use it and also the great catalogue feature.

Cons

Sometimes do mess with face recognition and maybe it could be useful more features about deiting with other filters.

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Fray Agustin G.  
Director  
Non-Profit Organization Management  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Gestión y organización de tus bibliotecas fotograficas "

October 27, 2023

5.0

Lo empecé a utilizar como una recomendación y alternativa a Adobe Lightroom, ya que permite organizar de forma mas rápida las bibliotecas de archivos fotográficos. Ahora con las herramientas de AI, les he dado un toque impactante a las fotografías que he tomado.

Pros

El revelado de archivos RAW es maravilloso, ahora con la implementación de AI garantiza obtener resultados sorprendentes.

Cons

En ocasiones se congela cuando estas trabajando con archivos grandes, mayores a 1GB.

Switched from

[Adobe Lightroom](https://www.capterra.com/p/233631/Adobe-Photoshop-Lightroom/)[RawTherapee](https://www.capterra.com/p/234579/RawTherapee/)[GIMP (GNU Image Manipulation Program)](https://www.capterra.com/p/168960/GIMP/)

Principalmente porque permite gestión de archivos de mejor manera, no necesitas estar importando las fotografías de manera manual, sobre todo los archivos en RAW.

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