# Page 2 | Adobe Lightroom Reviews 2026. Verified Reviews, Pros & Cons | Capterra > Page 2 - Is Adobe Lightroom the right Photo Editing solution for you? Explore 326 verified user reviews from people in industries like yours to make a confident choice. Source: https://www.capterra.com/p/233631/Adobe-Photoshop-Lightroom/reviews --- Adobe Lightroom 4.8 (326) [View alternatives](https://www.capterra.com/p/233631/Adobe-Photoshop-Lightroom/alternatives/) Provider data verified by our Software Research team, and reviews moderated by our Reviews Verification team. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated March 13th, 2026 # Page 2 - Reviews of Adobe Lightroom ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 26-50 of 326 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use JC Jacqueline C. Brand Designer Design Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "The Photo Editing Software That Became a Standard" January 14, 2025 4.0 It does what it says regardless of if you're a subscriber or not. it came with my creative cloud subscription so I tend to use it when I want to do some light editing. The app is far more superior than the desktop version. Pros What I liked the most is the tools offered for editing and organizing images. Taking a decent image that may have turned out too dark and giving it a lighting adjustment is so easy to obtain. I also liked the option to use a screen reader. The interface is simple to navigate and easy to understand. Cons Since adobe moved to a subscription model lightroom is pricey considering the many alternatives that are out there. I don't like that it doesn't default to opening when I pop in an SD memory card. Review Source LAL Lise-Mari Anne L. Photographer Photography Used the software for: 2+ years ### "My Favourite Editing Application." January 31, 2025 5.0 I have used Adobe Lightroom for approximately 7 years for my photography business. It has been a game changer for me and really easy to use. The new AI feature cuts my editing time in half which increases my productivity. Pros I like that it offers a simple user interface and allows for more than adequate photograph editing for an affordable price. Cons It takes alot of CPU power and can therefore slow down the computer at times. Review Source RV Renato V. socio Computer Software Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "i really like lightroom i use it and i recommend it" February 4, 2025 5.0 I consider it to be a complete image editing app due to its wide variety of tools in the field of color, lighting, cropping and more. Pros I really liked the automatic editing option, it makes editing photos much easier Cons the paid tools could have a preview in the paid version so that the user is interested in purchasing the complete package Review Source LA Lya A. Product Designer Design Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "LIGHTROOM AVIS" May 7, 2025 5.0 TRÈS PRATIQUE POUR CLASSER ET RETOUCHER LES PHOTOS. FLUIDE ET EFFICACE, MAIS CERTAINES FONCTIONS SONT UNIQUEMENT SUR ORDI. Pros INTERFACE SIMPLE, RETOUCHES NON DESTRUCTIVES, SYNCHRO CLOUD TOP. PARFAIT MÊME POUR LES PHOTOGRAPHES DÉBUTANTS. Cons L’ABONNEMENT PEUT REVENIR CHER À LA LONGUE. VERSION MOBILE MOINS COMPLÈTE, FAUT PARFOIS PASSER PAR L’ORDI POUR TOUT AVOIR. Review Source JS Jesse S. Owner Photography Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Lightroom is all you need to edit" April 15, 2025 5.0 I have enjoyed using it for several years, mostly using it on my phone and it has helped get several photos in magazines. Pros I love how user friendly, theyre constantly updating, super easy to use on phone, you can easily import to other adobe apps too Cons How slowly it syncs between multiple devices or how differently the pictures appear on my phone vs laptop when im editing Review Source VM Victor M. EDITOR PROFISSIONAL DE IMAGENS Marketing and Advertising Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Adobe Lightroom Review" April 2, 2025 5.0 If you're a photographer or want a powerful, no-nonsense editor for professional adjustments, Lightroom is a must-have. For advanced image manipulation, Photoshop might be a better choice. Pros Adobe Lightroom is one of the best photo editing and organization apps, widely used by professional and enthusiast photographers. It stands out for its intuitive interface, non-destructive editing, and advanced artificial intelligence features. Cons Paid plan – Only available with a monthly/annual subscription. Requires internet to sync files to the cloud. Limited editing compared to Photoshop, as it does not allow for layers or deeper manipulations. Review Source NC Nathan C. Sales and Purchasing Manager Wholesale Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Excellent photo editing software" December 4, 2024 5.0 I really like using Lightroom to process my photos and the results compared to my old photos is a massive improvement. I feel it is capable of so much more than I use it for though as I have definitely barely scratched the surface Pros The AI assisted masking is fantastic. it's not 100% perfect but each update seems to improve this markedly Cons The hardware requirements to get it to work quickly is quite high. This is more of a 'me' problem though as I am definitely due a new computer! Review Source GF Gregor F. Photographer Media Production Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "My Experience with Lightroom" April 1, 2025 4.0 Lightroom is my favorite Adobe app for retouching my clients' photos Pros I use it for its powerful advanced color correction to get the editing for all pics I take from my clients and transmit all their emotions Cons I felt some constraints to reach the best achievements compared to Photoshop Review Source KW Keely W. Photographer Media Production Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Lightroom simplifies photo retouching" April 7, 2025 4.0 Pros It's a practical and complete software for my clients's photo retouching. Plenty of configurations to get the perfect light-tone Cons It is rather limited compared to Photoshop Review Source AR Amanda R. owner Medical Practice Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Lightroom Review" March 7, 2025 5.0 Great overall, really makes photo editing for social media easy and not overwhelming Pros Love the app and that I can easily access on my phone for quick photo editing. Cons importing photos always seems to be clunkier than I would like Review Source JB Jatin B. Fashion Consultant Retail Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Cons of lightroom" January 9, 2025 5.0 It's very good overall but just focus on reducing rendering Pros Lightroom can make a very good photo album for wedding photography and videography Cons Lightroom take more time in photo rendering and video rendering i have i5 11th gen pc still it load a lot Review Source JG Joe G. CEO Photography Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Lightroom 5 Stars" February 1, 2025 5.0 I have been using Lightroom for over 5 years. It is very user-friendly, easy to navigate, and helps you expand your creativity. Pros If I had to pick only one feature, I would have to say the AI Generative Denoise feature. It gives you the ability to edit a photo a little more effortlessly while keeping the quality and maintaining low grain visibility. Cons Lightroom is amazing. I don't love the mobile app as much as editing from my desktop. Outside of that, Lightroom is fantastic! Review Source TA Tabarak A. Graphic Designer Design Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Pocket photo powerhouse" May 6, 2025 5.0 Pros I can raise exposure, lower contrast, and test different colour profiles on my phone without long waits. Overall, that feels quite powerful for a mobile app. Cons For the desktop version, even on my strong PC, Lightroom Classic sometimes slows down when I change modules or start a large export. The face‑recognition tool is not always accurate; it often marks my cat as a person. Review Source BS Becca S. Owner Photographer Photography Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Excellent tool for new photographer" March 31, 2025 5.0 Pros The pop up tutorials are very helpful for new editors. Cons Sometimes the application is slower than I'd like. Switched from [Movavi Video Editor Plus](https://www.capterra.com/p/228422/Movavi-Video-Editor-Plus/) Movavi didn't have a lot of the tools I needed. Review Source GD GAJENDRASINH D. Fashion consultant Retail Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Adobe Lightroom -The unlimited tool for photo editing " February 6, 2025 5.0 My overall experience was very positive about photo editing and also manage my photo Pros I like most about ending my photos to look liked naturel feel,the basic tool convert a rich looking photos Cons Adobe Lightroom feel like overwhelming at first for those new to photo editing. Review Source RG Ravi G. Fashion consultant Retail Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Largest lightroom " January 30, 2025 5.0 My experience is to good to use in daily work and doing project also Pros I like most about adobe lightroom You can always go back to the original or tweak previous adjustments. Cons I like least about adobe lightroom classic can be slow, especially when handling large catalogs or high-resolution RAW files. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Lead Hospital & Health Care Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Starting out as a Photographer" April 9, 2025 4.0 I enjoy it a lot but it is not easily accessible for someone starting out. Pros It is simple and easy, with easy tutorials and user-generated content to teach everything. Cons It is expensive monthly for a small business. Review Source HA Hakob A. Solutions Engineer Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Every photographer's best tool" February 2, 2025 5.0 I was using Adobe Lightroom several years ago when I was learning professional photography as a new hobby, and needed a professional tool for color correction and editing of my photos. The software does its job flawlessly, without any issues. Pros It's a professional tool both for experienced photo editors and newbies, so I absolutely loved it. The interface is user-friendly, and even new users can pretty much apply their creative ideas for their photos. Cons Unfortunately, the Adobe pricing was a bit high for me, and I couldn't afford a two licenses for Photoshop and Lightroom, so I replaced my Lightroom with Camera Raw application from Adobe, which has the necessary functionality and is free with Photoshop license. Review Source Pierluigi B. autista Environmental Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "il meglio del meglio" September 29, 2024 5.0 utilizzo adobe da diversi anni e devo dire che e' il migliore software per quanto riguarda l'elaborazione di file immagine soprattutto in formato raw. e' un software molto intuitivo e si possono sviluppare delle color davvero stupende. Pros semplicita d'utilizzo e possibilita di fare praticamente qualunque cosa se si lavora ovviamente in formati raw. Cons purtroppo come tutto il pacchetto adobe purtroppo i prezzi dei pacchetti costano un po troppo se non si e' dei professionisti e non lo si fa per lavoro. Review Source MB Meherunnesha B. Content creator Education Management Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Is Adobe lightroom good for edit ?" July 17, 2025 4.0 It's great and I use this only for colour grading. Otherwise they are very costly features and heavy app. Pros Lightroom is best for color grading. It's easy to use and best features.I also like their filters for changing color. Cons On budget friendly phones, lightroom became laggy and slow and their cloud storage are limited. Beginners might feel lost without tutorial. Review Source NO Nick O. Photographer Photography Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Great for a beginner" February 21, 2025 5.0 I've used it on and off in the past (the mobile version is fantastic). I might look at using Photoshop or something a little more technical at some point in the future, but for now, I really enjoy it. Pros Lightroom has been an easy start into editing photos for my new photography business. Cons It's quite intense on my hardware and slows everything down while using it. Review Source JB Johanna B. Dental Hygienist Hospital & Health Care Used the software for: 2+ years ### "An easier option for an amateur" February 20, 2025 5.0 Lightroom is a great tool for people who want to get started with photo editing while having more options than a smartphone, but easier than photoshop. Pros I like that you can upload presets and then easily apply them. Cons Sometimes even when altering photos on the app, they can look a little different when saved in the gallery. Review Source VP Vanessa P. designer del gioiello Arts and Crafts Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "soddisfa ogni richiesta" March 9, 2025 5.0 Complessivamente il programma offre una vasta gamma di strumenti che riesce a soddisfare qualsiasi necessità Pros Adobe Lightroom permette di editare le foto in modo semplice, intuitivo e completo Cons inizialmente, la vasta gamma di strumenti potrebbe disorientare un nuovo acquirente, ma una volta presa dimestichezza con l'interfaccia, la scelta degli strumenti giusti diventa istintiva e fluida. Review Source JW Jenna W. Owner Marketing and Advertising Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Great for photo editing " December 30, 2024 5.0 Have used for years for photo editing and is easy to use with other adobe programs Pros Can easily edit photos like a professional Cons Have to relearn some of the functions when they make updates Review Source mL mickael L. PHOTOGRAPHER Photography Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "A must have for all photographers" June 18, 2024 5.0 I use LR daily for my photographer activity and i couldn't do it with an other software. It's a must have. Pros LR allows you to edit your pictures as you want it to. It gives you really fast render. The AI tools are insanely good. The sorting tools allows you to handle your picture sorting as you want to directly in the application. Cons A bit complicated to understand all export options, but once you get use to it and make your templates properly it's a one click export. Alternatives considered [GIMP (GNU Image Manipulation Program)](https://www.capterra.com/p/168960/GIMP/) Reason for choosing Adobe Lightroom I choose LR because it was the software with witch i was the most comfortable working with. Review Source Similar Products Featured