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[Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated September 29th, 2026 # Reviews of Photopea Ease of use 4.5 Customer Service 4.1 ## Pros and Cons in Reviews CH Charlie H OwnerComputer Software, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: 6-12 months. “It offers me the freedom to perform complex edits or adjustments while I am out in the field, providing a professional-grade creative environment that fits entirely within my mobile device.“ June 14, 2026 CH Charlie H OwnerComputer Software, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: 6-12 months. “Additionally, the ad-supported free version can be a distraction on a mobile screen, where every pixel is precious.“ June 14, 2026 CH Charlie H OwnerComputer Software, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: 6-12 months. “The seamless integration of PSD files is truly impressive; it maintains every layer, group, and smart object, allowing for a completely fluid workflow between different platforms.“ June 14, 2026 Jun W Assistant ManagerRetail, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “Some features that seem like they should be basic are paywalled, and ads can make program run poorly.“ February 4, 2026 CH Charlie H OwnerComputer Software, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: 6-12 months. “Being an open-source, web-based tool, it provides a high-performance, cost-effective alternative to expensive industry-standard software without sacrificing functionality.“ June 14, 2026 RR Rene R Creative directorArts and Crafts, Self-employedUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “The worst thing about it was the text to image tools.“ December 22, 2024 JA Joseph A Digital Marketing SpecialistMarketing and Advertising, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “Whenever I am in a pinch and need to edit photos or create some type of design quickly and not able to use my own computer, I can easily go their website and start without any delay.“ July 24, 2025 DM DNYANESHWAR M UI UX DesignerInformation Technology and Services, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “Free version has ads that can be distracting“ March 5, 2025 ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 1-25 of 114 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use Jun W. Assistant Manager Retail Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "great budget Photoshop alternative" February 4, 2026 5.0 Very positive. A great digital design software for those on a budget or who just don't want to work witj Adobe anymore. Pros Extremely feature-filled even at the free level, Photopea is an excellent alternative to the expensive Adobe Photoshop. Cons Some features that seem like they should be basic are paywalled, and ads can make program run poorly. Switched from [Adobe Photoshop](https://www.capterra.com/p/229092/Adobe-Photoshop/) Budgetary reasons. Additionally, its very hard to get photoshop as a standalone. Review Source Aroob A. Web Developer Marketing and Advertising Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Photopea for junior graphic designers" February 2, 2025 4.0 Pros It's the best software I have come accross that is almost the same as Photoshop and it has a variety of tools. Cons Sometimes it runs very slow, especially when you use paint brushes, the strokes are a bit slow and lagging. Switched from [Adobe Lightroom](https://www.capterra.com/p/233631/Adobe-Photoshop-Lightroom/)[Adobe Photoshop](https://www.capterra.com/p/229092/Adobe-Photoshop/) Because Photoshop requires a paid subscription and I wanted to explore a free software. Review Source EC Etân C. Developer Computer Games Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Free and easy to use" September 20, 2026 5.0 Amazing, I've used it for quick and easy editing as well as bigger ones, and have never been disappointed. Pros It is free, and almost just as powerful as Photoshop. It's browser based, meaning it doesn't take any space on your computer and can be accessed at any moment. There are a lot of options, and you can import other brushes and tools if needed. The plugin library is also amazing. Cons I don't have anything to complain about, except perhaps the lack of certain additional handy options Photoshop has, but it is a minor issue. Review Source RR Rene R. Creative director Arts and Crafts Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Photopea review " December 22, 2024 3.0 I like it alot and use it along with sketch for my digital design needs. Pros The wide range of tool selections. Also the ease of use. Cons The worst thing about it was the text to image tools. Review Source CH Charlie H. Owner Computer Software Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "A twin that wins!" June 14, 2026 5.0 My overall experience with Photopea is exceptionally positive; it stands as an incredible achievement in web-based software, effectively democratizing professional-grade design tools. The fact that I can access a near-identical Photoshop experience directly in a browser—without any installation, subscription bloat, or hardware lock-in—is truly impressive. Its ability to handle PSD files while preserving complex layers, smart objects, and layer styles makes it an indispensable part of my toolkit for quick edits, on-the-fly adjustments, and collaborative file reviews. It fills a critical niche by being there whenever and wherever I need it, turning any connected device into a functional creative workstation. While I recognize its limitations regarding heavy-duty, high-resolution rendering compared to native desktop applications, it isn't meant to replace my full Photoshop suite; rather, it complements it by providing unparalleled mobility and accessibility. When I'm in the field and need to make a fast, professional-level change, Photopea is the tool I reach for, and its reliability in those moments of need makes it a standout piece of software. Pros What I like most about Photopea is its unparalleled versatility and portability, which fundamentally shifts how I handle design tasks on the move. Being an open-source, web-based tool, it provides a high-performance, cost-effective alternative to expensive industry-standard software without sacrificing functionality. The seamless integration of PSD files is truly impressive; it maintains every layer, group, and smart object, allowing for a completely fluid workflow between different platforms. Most importantly, the fact that I can access this power directly from my phone is an absolute game-changer. It offers me the freedom to perform complex edits or adjustments while I am out in the field, providing a professional-grade creative environment that fits entirely within my mobile device. Cons While Photopea is a powerful tool, it does have drawbacks that become especially apparent during mobile use. Despite the advanced hardware in a device like my Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4—which is built specifically to handle complex, multitasking workflows—Photopea often struggles to maintain stability. Because it operates entirely within a browser environment, it is subject to strict memory constraints; as a result, performance can become sluggish, laggy, or prone to crashes when working with high-resolution images or multi-layered files. It’s frustrating when a device designed for high-performance productivity hits a wall due to browser-based limitations, often resulting in UI glitches or frozen interfaces during intensive tasks like content-aware fills. Additionally, the ad-supported free version can be a distraction on a mobile screen, where every pixel is precious. Ultimately, while it is incredibly convenient for light editing on the go, it lacks the raw, localized hardware acceleration of a dedicated desktop application, making it less reliable for long-term projects or extremely complex creative work. Review Source Joël T. Senior Web Dev Computer Software Used the software for: 2+ years ### "A compact Cluster of My Favorite Image Editing Tools" July 26, 2023 5.0 It's a great alternative for editing online. It's fast and flexible. Pros Photopea is an amazing online Photoshop alternative. It's free and very easy to use.Its user interface is very beginner-friendly as all its features are distributed accurately.It works perfectly with project files from Sketch, Adobe XD, CorelDraw, Adobe Photoshop, GIMP, and Adobe Illustrator.It supports Layer Masking, layers, selection, paths, smart objects (SOs), Layer styles, Text Layers, Vector shapes, and FiltersIt's not different from the regular Photoshop or Sketch App, I usually work with (except with a few differences). This tool is free and just one Google search away.What I really like about this tool is the fact that I can work flexibly without signing up or purchasing any paid membership.I get to choose from a range of screen sizes to commence a project with and I can export my files in different formats just like in Photoshop.I can also choose to save the project as a . PSD file which I can easily deploy to other advanced versions of Photoshop. It's incredible and thank the developers for making such an amazing tool available to the public for absolutely free. Cons Here's a little bug I've experienced with the tool. Sometimes exporting an image in PNG (with transparent background) doesn't work properly. It either distorts the image or exports it with a dark blur background.I experienced this like 3 to 5 times and after trying for the sixth time, It worked.Secondly, Photopea is still limited in advanced image editing. Switched from [Krita](https://www.capterra.com/p/209859/Krita/)[Sketch](https://www.capterra.com/p/171364/Sketch/)[Canva](https://www.capterra.com/p/168956/Canva/)[PhotoScape X](https://www.capterra.com/p/198207/PHOTOSCAPE-X/)[GIMP (GNU Image Manipulation Program)](https://www.capterra.com/p/168960/GIMP/) There are many reasons for switching to Photopea and even though all these alternatives work well and probably serve their purposes, However, They are all limited in one way or the other Review Source Tajalasfia O. Freelancer Writing and Editing Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Photopea review" October 19, 2022 5.0 In general, the program serves as a good substitute for those who cannot afford the more expensive picture editing software. Although there is a learning curve, once you figure out where everything is, things go quite well. Pros Everything I've required to carry out my picture editing and artwork preparation job is in Photopea, which is jam-packed with features. Since Photoshop is the software I was previously using, the screen's layout is comparable, making the move really simple. Because it's cloud-based, it's accessible from any location where I can obtain a connection, making it incredibly usable and accessible. Amazingly, it's a free item! Cons The program has a learning curve, just like many others before it did. You have to exercise patience when editing and looking for its tools because it might occasionally run slowly depending on the size of the project you're working on. As a result, becoming accustomed to the application itself takes time. Review Source KB Kate B. Photographer Photography Used the software for: 2+ years ### "High-level online photography group design." October 15, 2025 4.0 Photopea assisted White Pine Photography with managing photo editing and graphic design on the web, facilitating professional client projects and portfolio management through a user-friendly, secure interface. Pros Customers prefer Photopea's fast customer support and secure payments, which make it convenient to design and use templates for business picture needs without having to download heavy software. Cons Other users prefer template choices or pro features less comprehensive than desktop suites, and the addition of sophisticated security features or payment features demands more attention. Review Source JA Joseph A. Digital Marketing Specialist Marketing and Advertising Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Photopea, Edit photos with precision from anywere!" July 24, 2025 4.0 Whenever I am in a pinch and need to edit photos or create some type of design quickly and not able to use my own computer, I can easily go their website and start without any delay. Pros I like the fact that it shares a lot of functions and tools that mirror the most popular software options that are out, but for free! Cons I disliked the fact that there is no option to download the software to run it locally. I also dislike that it lacks its own identity in terms of features. Review Source AR Amos R. Owner Entertainment Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Open Source Photo Editor with everything you need to be creative!" November 17, 2025 5.0 I was very impressed when I used Photopea the first time, because it had the same tools and resources as other similar photo editor software, and since you don't really have to install it and use from the website, it grew on me because I can design on every computer I sit. Pros It's an open source photo editor great for enhancing pictures and creating marketing materials such as banners, business cards, etc. It is very similar to other paid options so it's easy to use and to master. Cons You have to pay a small fee to get the get rid of the advertisements in their site, but other than it's a great software. Review Source TE Tony E. IT Support Specialist Computer Hardware Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Amazing online photo editing suite" May 11, 2025 5.0 Overall very pleased. Very powerful program that can run directly from your web browser Pros Full featured program that can run from anywhere in any machine Cons Not 100% up to par with Photoshop but can't complain given the price Review Source ND Norbert D. Media Marketing, Graphics Design and IT Consumer Electronics Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "All you need in one place" April 5, 2024 5.0 I can't believe that it's actually free to use. No need to spends hundreds to get your business what it needs. Can't imagine using anything else. Pros Photopea is something I can't go without on daily basis. Even though I can use more expensive softwares to do the same thing, I always come back to photopea. Easy, supports multiple formats, doesn't take any storage on any device. The best part is that I can use it on any laptop or computer without needing to pay and download on every device. All I need is to open my browser, get my files from cloud storage and I am working from anywhere. Cons Nothing is perfect, and same applies to photopea. With some files, photopea struggles to open and view them properly. Happens rarely but enough so that I have to find different vectors and files etc. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Independient User Broadcast Media Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "A free option for users that have any experience in this kind of software." May 9, 2021 5.0 Pros The most important thing about this software is that it's mostly free, but not completely because it has some tools that you need to pay to use them. It has good adaptability to do any design for every kind of job in which you can add your personal touch. It works with extensions of other software like .PSD, .AI, .XD, .sketch, .PDF and .XCF. So, the compatibility it doesn't a problem because it supports a lot of types of files like JPG, PNG, GIF, TIFF, SVG, DDS, etc. And you can export to any type of file or extension that you want or you need to realize your job in the correct form. The most important thing about this software is that it's mostly free, but not completely because it has some tools that you need to pay to use them. Cons The first bad thing that I have to say about this software is that it has tools that you need to pay to use, and that's a bitter pill because if you need especially one of these tools the unique solution for your problem is that you pay. The second and last bad that I found in this software is that its online software, it's a web page, and you need an internet connection to use it, so, if you need to work on a remote site that doesn't have internet, you may be in a problem. Alternatives considered [Adobe Photoshop](https://www.capterra.com/p/229092/Adobe-Photoshop/) Reason for choosing Photopea It's generally free. Review Source MB Miquéias B. Photopea: A different experience in design projects Apparel & Fashion Used the software for: 2+ years ### "An online service rivaling photoshop but not so simplified" August 20, 2020 4.0 My team and I used the software for a long time, it was a great choice because we had the possibility to use the platform anywhere and on any operating system, this for us was a great advantage, in addition to the functions that were satisfactory for our graphic editions. The beginning of our projects with a focus on graphic design was with him, and it is essential that the quality of the project is very high. However, with an ever greater change of employees, the training difficulty did not compensate, since the functions necessary to carry out the edits were quite complex, so we saw the need to change services. Pros In general, Photopea is a good editing software, with basic and advanced tools. For users of traditional Photoshop, it is a very close online alternative. To take advantage of the online platform, it is not necessary to register or download any program on the computer, which is a great advantage over your competitor, in addition to having a range of files to create very interesting projects. Cons The software is interesting and a good alternative for some users, but due to the complexity of some of its functions and the lack of an instruction on usability, it is definitely a bad option for aspirants who want to create visual art projects, in addition to having some limitations for more experienced users who prefer to find a more effective action on their competitor. Review Source Islam R. Founder Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Full-fledged image editing powerhouse right in your browser" January 7, 2022 5.0 Pros What I like the most about Photopea is that it holds so many image editing capabilities under one platform, accessible from any modern web browser — for free! Also it can import and export some of the most popular formats which makes it even more powerful. Cons I think Photopea can improve even more by offering users two interfaces; simple and advanced, the simple interface can contain the more common features like cropping, resizing, etc. in a more modern and intuitive layout. And the advanced interface could be the current version which has all the features. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Marketing intern Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Free photo editing platform " June 26, 2022 4.0 The overall experience with photopea is good also it is free to use and it is the competitor of Adobe Photoshop which need a paid subscription. Pros \- Free to use platform for photo editing - It does not use any space on computer internal storage because we use this on browser such as Chrome. Cons I think I least about this platform is that tissue too many ads so they need to focus on that because same to many ads is irritating. Review Source Arun A. RPA Developer | Automation Engineer Design Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Photopea review" March 20, 2022 4.0 easy to install, learn and use. good user interface and user friendly Pros excellent editing application having advanced capabilities. has capabilities for beginners and for expert users. Cons 3D design support is limited to very few features which can be improved Review Source Omar H. Machine learning engineer - Intern Information Technology and Services Used the software for: I used a free trial ### "Best free photo editing software" September 20, 2021 4.0 It has been an overall good experience. It looked visually pleasing, easy to use and fast. I would recommend this to anybody who does requires a fast and easy way to edit his/her photos without the complexity that larger and slower editing software would require. Pros If you are looking for a light software for that does most of your major photo editing work for free then Photopea is what I would recommend. Now the thing that I like the most about is the fact that there is an online version of it. So if you are on the go, you could edit without having a computer on your person. I like that it is fast and simple. If you have used any photo editing software before it would probably be very easy to pick up photopea. I would recommend this software if your needs are like mine which are basically minimal photo editing. Cons I did not see anything that I would consider a con. but for a photo editing software to be that fast, I suspect it would probably lack certain features and functionalities that perhaps professional editors would want, so you might want to check first if it has what you need. because of the trade-off between size/speed & features/functionalities. However it is not an issue because I am not a professional editor. If I were to use it I would simply use it for my own gain. Other than that I don't suspect anything else. Review Source BA Bikas A. Assistant Marketing Manager Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "A designing tool to make Photoshop look easy" December 15, 2022 5.0 Pros online, easy to use, great functionalities Cons could also be made offline and the navigation be made more easier. Review Source Roshish S. Flutter Developer Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "My go-to website when I do not have Photoshop " September 26, 2023 5.0 Pros When I had a low-end PC, I would use PhotoPea and it worked like a charm. It had all the needed feature and I would not miss Photoshop at all. Even with a higher end PC, I would use PhotoPea when I did not have access to Photoshop. So, PhotoPea is an amazing alternative to Photoshop which is lite and easy to use on the go. Cons Sometimes, the website can be slow but with the features it gives, we can not complain. It is amazing and nothing really bad to say about it. Review Source Asdrúbal Javier A. Creative Design Used the software for: I used a free trial ### "Undoubtedly a very complete site to edit images at the level of other professional software" October 3, 2021 4.0 I use photopea as an alternative option when I am away from my editing program and need to make certain modifications, I don't use it very often but it is always an incredible alternative and I recommend it for those who are starting to get used to image editing and want to start leaving. to a more professional platform, this is it. Pros This online editor impressed me, it is very complete, it has the necessary and complete options to make the professional editing space, options such as liquefying, layered work, even filters and smart selection options, I like it because it is online and it is an alternative incredible to use it anywhere with an internet connection without having to install it, and the best thing is the diversity of formats that it accepts such as psd, Ai among others I am really impressed with the quality of the interface that this program has and how easy and intuitive it is to use. Cons There is not much to say about cons, only that some options may be limited, but it is normal, it happens in all programs, you cannot always have everything resolved, that is why these reviews are to help these programs to improve . Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Digital marketing specialist Medical Practice Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "The best solution to photo editing online" September 16, 2021 5.0 Overall, my experience has been great. I use the platform everyday. No need to install anything, just go to the website and start editing. Pros The functionality of this online platform is amazing! Everything you need for professional photo editing is available online. Cons Overall, the site responsiveness could be improved. Sometimes the changes made take time to be saved. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Graphic Designer Graphic Design Used the software for: I used a free trial ### "Your Photo Editing Bestie" September 24, 2022 3.0 Overall, the program is a suitable alternative for those who can't afford the more expensive photo editing programs. Although there is a learning curve, once you get the hang of where everything is it's pretty much smooth sailing from there. Pros The program allows you to maneuver around your workplace easily and makes identifying what you would like to fix or add to images a breeze. There are many cool features and it makes editing fun. Cons There is a learning curve to the program, like many others before it. It sometimes runs slowly depending on the size of project you're working on, so you have to be patient when editing and searching for its tools. Therefore it takes some time to get use to the program itself. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Network Engineer Computer Networking Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Photopea" September 22, 2022 5.0 Pros An excellent and easy program to make designs and modify them, and files can be saved in the cloud and accessed from any browser. Cons The program needs to add more photo editing tools and artificial intelligence tools Review Source SM Scott M. Owner Entertainment Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Photoshop wasn't working - went to the web " June 19, 2020 5.0 When I bought my new macbook pro and attempted to transfer my copy of photoshop to it from my old mac it just did not function properly. I then had my old mac that has been working like a champ still, slow but still working and it was doing fine. Just a few days ago it just would not boot up and I had to do an important graphic work for my website and I thought I was doomed. I went on line and looked up free photoshop options and found photopea and man it might as well be Photoshop - very awesome indeed - I got my work done and have had other projects come up and I believe I found my replacement Pros This might as well be Photoshop but online. I don't use photoshop for expert level graphic design but simple promotional items for events and things for my website and I was able to do the same thing I was able to on Photopea than I was able to do on Photoshop Cons When I open up an image and I save or export it just saves with the name I initially opened up versus allowing me to do a true save as... Review Source Similar Products Featured