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Last updated March 13th, 2026

# Page 5 - Reviews of PicMonkey

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AC

Anil C.  
Marketing Executive  
Marketing and Advertising  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Edit your photos with PicMonkey"

June 14, 2022

4.0

I used photo edition and finding stock photos to edit them for our social media marketing strategy.

Pros

PicMonkey has essential feature for editors, who are willing to work for photos and design. There are many photos inside that you can use for your editions.

Cons

I do not have any bad experience with PicMonkey.

Switched from

[Canva](https://www.capterra.com/p/168956/Canva/)[Adobe Photoshop](https://www.capterra.com/p/229092/Adobe-Photoshop/)[Pixlr](https://www.capterra.com/p/198210/Pixlr-X/)

Pixlr is quite expensive to use.

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Martina L.  
Fotografa  
Photography  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Fa il suo dovere"

November 15, 2023

4.0

Pros

Utilizzo da anni PicMonkey, e se lo faccio è per la praticità del programma stesso. In pochi click riesco a editare e creare facilmente ciò che voglio senza fatica.

Cons

E' un po' limitativo, ma dipende sempre da ciò per il quale si utilizza.

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KP

Katie P.  
General Manager  
Retail  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "PicMonkey has made graphic design EASY!"

March 22, 2023

5.0

My overall experience with using PicMonkey has been an enjoyable one!

Pros

I love the ease of use that PicMonkey provides. I can create unique graphics and different designs for social media and print use.

Cons

More of the preloaded graphics would be something that I would like to see in the future. Graphics for different holidays, events & branding.

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MC

Melissa C.  
Owner  
Publishing  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "The Perfect Platform To Make Fabulous Images That Hook My Customers!"

August 20, 2020

5.0

I love PicMonkey and have been using it for a few years now. IT is my go to and it has really upped my photo game as looking at my pictures when I begin 2013 as compered to now.... is crazy and it is a different quality and level of blog all together thanks to the tools that Pic Monkey provides me. I also love their tutorials that make it easy to even the technology challenged to create amazing pictures.

Pros

I just love this platform and all that it offers. I recently upgraded as they have the colest tools to use to create amazing graphics and more that help to hook my readers in to read my posts, reviews and to enter my many giveaways.

Cons

Nothing to say about this platform that is negative. The only thing that could make it amazing is if it were free but that would be crazy as for the small fee that I pay and all of the abilities that I have to create... make this a steal of a deal.

Reason for choosing PicMonkey

A fellow blogger told me about it and I have been using it ever since.

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Abigail G.  
Freelance Writer  
Health, Wellness and Fitness  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Similar to Canva"

November 30, 2022

4.0

I have never had to contact customer service, the product has always editing photos and produced high-quality images that are easy to download. Worth trying!

Pros

I have used PicMonkey for 2+ years and it has evolved and become a competitor of Canva. You can edit people - their faces, skin tone, hair, body size, etc. But now you can add in graphic design and use their templates. Some clients think this is worth the monthly payment, but it depends.

Cons

While it's more expensive than Canva, it's free version is useful for clients who want the bare minimum for in-house simple editing. If you're looking for easy-to-use social media templates or posters for in-house marketing, I would suggest Canva as it's cheaper.

Alternatives considered

[Canva](https://www.capterra.com/p/168956/Canva/)

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Usama A.  
Graphic Designer  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "I'm Loving It"

August 28, 2019

5.0

Best solution available in the market for quick editing and social media post making.

Pros

The biggest advantage I think it has is, it is a cloud solution which means it is accessible anytime anywhere in the world you just need to have a internet connection and mostly importantly it wont take any space on your hard drive. It is very simple and easy to use . you definitely don't have to be a "pro" to use this. With the pre-sized templates designing a post for social media has never been more easier. It is really affordable, at this price point it is a very awesome tool as compare to its competitors like Canva (I don't consider photoshop its competitor because photoshop is more professional and heavy-duty tool)

Cons

It has glitches sometimes which is really annoying in the middle of the work. apart from that PicMonkey is really great.

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MY

Mohamed Y.  
M.s  
Sports  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "his reference picmonkey"

November 23, 2022

5.0

A very wonderful experience

Pros

All features were great and all things are available and easy to use

Cons

The exorbitant payouts were really too much for the beginners

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Lissa H.  
Photographer, owner  
Photography  
Used the software for: I used a free trial

### "A good photo editing software for businesses but not great for photographers"

February 7, 2022

5.0

Pros

Very easy to use with good automation so if you don’t have experience editing photos, it makes things simple for you. It’s great for social media and marketing. It not expensive and you get a seven day free trial to try it out. It has things like remove background and smart resizing for different social medias. You can use it for logo editing also. It has touchups that are like instagram filters to make faces look better. It’s a good software for people who think photoshop is too complicated or hard to use.

Cons

If you are a photoshop user, you won’t like this software. It has limited capabilities and has no where near the options as photoshop. It uses a layer system for editing which is good for beginners but it’s annoying for advanced editors who have used photoshop or Lightroom. All in all it’s just a good photo editor for beginners or people who just need to edit for their social media marketing but it’s not a good software for a photographer.

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CW

Christi W.  
Office Administrator  
Religious Institutions  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Create Dynamic Designs in Minutes!"

March 14, 2018

5.0

I benefit from the ease of use, the time it takes to create a design, and the ease of retrieving the design from the app on my cell phone.

Pros

This software is so easy to use! I am a novice and I like to design for our women's group social media page. (I'm a novice but I have some skills!) There are plenty of templates to choose from that are easy to customize. The alignment hints and grids make it easy to position your text or graphic. There are lots of overlays, effects, and text choices to choose from and they keep adding to it. I have only contacted customer service one, a year or two ago, to see when they may be adding a certain feature. They got back with me the same day and assured me that the feature I was looking for was in the works. And it was! The Hub makes it so convenient to save your work and come back to it where you left off. With the app on my cell phone, I can simply retrieve my graphic to post anytime. PicMonkey is my go-to graphic design software!

Cons

I can't think of anything that I dislike about this software. However, when i owned a PC, the software did crash a few times. But that was probably my laptop and not the software. I've owned a MacBook Pro for several months now and I've had no issues.

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MJ

Megan J.  
Writer  
Health, Wellness and Fitness  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Awesome for photo editing and graphic design "

October 15, 2021

5.0

I use PicMonkey for editing photos and creating designs for my blog and Instagram. It comes with everything I need to professionally edit images and create custom designs. It’s one of my favorite editing softwares!

Pros

PicMonkey has a ton of great editing and design features. It’s pretty easy to get the hang of it and despite the many features isn’t cluttered or overwhelming like other editing softwares. It’s perfect for editing photos for my blog or creating Instagram posts. I love how it has everything I need in one place. Another perk is that they offer a free trial so you can mess around with it first before committing to a subscription.

Cons

It can be a little pricey. It does offer a lot of features and tools for design and photo editing but if you don’t need to edit photos super often then it’s probably better to choose a free software with less features

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Kevin K.  
CEO/Creative Director  
Marketing and Advertising  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Funny Name - Good Graphics Photo Editor!"

March 15, 2019

4.0

Pros

I started using PicMonkey before PicMonkey was cool! It's always been my go-to to edit/tweak my photos. For that reason, I keep going to it. PicMonkey is packed with great editing tools especially for photos. The Hub addition has been huge making it easier to go back to old designs and work from a copy. Fun extras that my other go-to Canva doesn't have BUT I do use both to compliment my work.

Cons

No search!!! I can't understand why there is no way to search. Since I've used it for so long, I know where some elements are but only after scrolling and scrolling. Also think it's taking them too long to release more effects that were available on the older version. And, the customer service is horrible as in very little chance anyone will get back with you. That needs to really change.

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Natalie R.  
Independant Repersentive of Sedalia.Elkriver,Paparazzi,also Soyl Scents. Owner of MBGC  
Wholesale  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Awesome Editing for multiple types of Media"

November 21, 2018

5.0

Picmonkey Helps me solve the problem of having engaging post s or banners fo my small business, There able to Completly customize giving your business a unique look and feel. They also automatically have the templates for social media making u ready to tackle anything thrown at you.

Pros

I like the ease of use, as well as the functionality of the plugins. They have so many styles and different tiles to choose as well they let you upload more. They have extensive learning module so u can learn to be a pro

Cons

There was really nothing that displeased me at all. The price is fantastic for what you do get and the apps work great. I havent had not one single issue

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Claudia P.  
Chat Moderator and Consultant  
Public Relations and Communications  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "For everyone"

October 27, 2023

5.0

Pros

PicMonkey is easy to use and has a lot of fuctions, in a few click you're done editing photos. I like it for simple edits.

Cons

I woulnd't recommend it if you need to edit a lot. If it's just for small edits, then it's okay.

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Aravind Narayanan N.  
Designer  
Design  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Easy and Complete Photo Editor"

March 26, 2019

5.0

Picmonkey helped me to earn some money.While i am working for urgently delivering Freelance works, i used this software for a model photography touch up work . I felt awsome.

Pros

This awesome software "Picmonkey"well developed photo editing software which allows users to use with easy methods.We can manipulate images with our own creativity . Those tools are doing its functions neatly. .I already made some online freelance works using this software. i did some collage works and some brochure designs using some photo manipulation technique.Overall i suggest this software for all professionals and newcomers.

Cons

Work load decreases but cost increased. Picmonkey is that it costs money. we should pay cash for using any of its features. if this software allows some good features for free then it will be a good thing .

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Mahnoor K.  
Creative Executive  
Marketing and Advertising  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Making Graphics Made Easy! "

September 12, 2021

4.0

PicMonkey could be one of the best editing apps for simple people like me who don't know the complexities of photoshop and stuff. PicMonkey makes things easier for people like us. But if they just fix their log in problems, it'd be a beast.

Pros

What I really like about this software is the ease of access. Like if I have a graphic in mind, I can just go on to PicMonkey, upload my stock image, and get to work with various text styles, pictures options, layering options and many other things!

Cons

The worst thing about this app is the login options. Since it's new upgrade, the login has gotten really tacky. Previously I used to use PicMonkey without having to login or sign up, but now I have to. I dont mind doing that, but the process was excruciating. First it didn't let me sign up saying that my account already exists (no it doesn't!) And then when I've finally made up an account, it logs back out when I dont it for a while and then the logging back in procedure is a bigger hassle!

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JB

Jean B.  
retired  
Writing and Editing  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Old version was better!"

February 8, 2020

4.0

I have loved being able to crop, enhance, watermark via graphics, clone, and generally make my photos look professional despite being taken by an amateur using a simple point-and-shoot. This was all on the old version. The new version is complicated and I have given up on it.

Pros

When I started using it years ago, it was SO user-friendly. I am not computer savy, and other free or paid applications were beyond my comprehension. After about a year with Pic Monkey, I upgraded to the paid version which gave me even more easy to use features. The old Pic Monkey is straightforward, easy to use, and does an excellent job for my hobby of photography and blogging. This is no longer the case...see cons.

Cons

I absolutely hate the new version as it seems to be geared to two things: businesses, and those that have no creativity and want ready-made templates. I have tried the new version and could not figure out how to do the basic things I like to do, things that were so simple on the old version. It is no longer user friendly, and has far too many ready-made things that seem pointless. I am currently fishing around for other simple, low cost systems and will leave Pic Monkey once the old version is no longer available.

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bC

bianca C.  
digital director  
Consumer Electronics  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "A great low-budget alternative to a high end design program "

August 27, 2019

4.0

This is a great tool for social media usage and it has helped us succeed in quick content creation.

Pros

I think this is an excellent software for minimal-quick editing needs. We use this regularly for social media posts... some great backgrounds and overlays.

Cons

This is not a perfect replacement for a photoshop or illustrator. There is not much potential to edit beyond the set templates. Overlaying other images is sometimes an issue.

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heather T.  
Owner  
E-Learning  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Almost like photoshop lite. Great for editing and creating new photos."

January 17, 2020

5.0

I make product mockups, and designs for products/tshirts, and more.

Pros

I use PicMonkey AND Canva and see them as complementary. Canva has more, and better looking templates, but PicMonkey has more tools, and, as far as I can tell, is better for creating things from scratch. So when I'm just in a rush and want to make a quick social image to share, I use Canva, but when I want to edit a photo, make something transparent, add in my own fonts from my computer, or add in more textures, etc., PicMonkey is my go-to. I also really like the collections by holiday, so it's easy to have all the images or fonts for a particular holiday represented easily.

Cons

Their template library isn't that great. I know they're working on this, and adding more, but it's really not as good as Canva, to be honest.

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Program Manager  
Non-Profit Organization Management  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "PicMonkey for non profit use"

March 29, 2023

5.0

Pros

PicMonkey is great if you are a beginner at Marketing and want to make logos and social media content. Its easy to use and has a lot of great features. I use it personally for picture editing and it works great since I'm not skilled in that area.

Cons

Its very basic. I prefer Canva for business use but Picmonkey is great for personal or a beginner

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kS

kartik S.  
Information security engineer  
Banking  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Affordable and easy-to-use design tool."

October 25, 2022

4.0

Pros

It's simple to use, making it ideal for both beginners and pros. Apart from that, I enjoy its cloning and masking feature, which gives the image a professional appearance.

Cons

Sometimes this software hangs a lot apart from that and consumes a lot of system resources.

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Trevor M.  
Web Designer  
Insurance  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "PicMonkey is an ally for tasks in our company"

August 7, 2019

4.0

Keeping the distance from Photoshop, PicMonkey has given me a wonderful experience. It's a fun platform that requires dedication and helps me create or solve designs quickly. After learning each of his editing tools we organized a course on PicMonkey that I offered to my co-workers

Pros

The amount of edits I can make to the photos is amazing and I love it. I can take the image of a woman's face and make it up completely thanks to PicMonkey. It is an attractive, friendly platform and offers me multiple options to work with web designs, a specific photo, create a collage or a professional logo. The auto-save tool is great because it supports my projects and I can store them in folders within the same platform. I love the before and after option to compare the edits I made.

Cons

The only way to export photos and designs is with a paid plan. This detracts from the free version. There are editing tools that can be confusing when applying them, but I think it all depends on learning.

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MW

Matt W.  
AM  
Automotive  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "PicMonkey Review"

May 28, 2024

5.0

Pros

It has a lot of nice features that are comparable to more expensive products.

Cons

The worst part about the app is the log on options.

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DD

Dhruva D.  
nurse  
Medical Practice  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Great tool for photoediting! "

January 26, 2022

5.0

Overall, PicMonkey is a great software to use when editing photos. It has advanced features that are user friendly which makes it extremely amicable for beginners.

Pros

I love how this software can be a great tool for beginners that are interested in photoediting or graphic design. It was easy to navigate through the features and advance my photos on a user friendly platform that is affordable as well. There are also many templates offered which makes projects easier.

Cons

Although there is 7 day trial period, PicMonkey does require payment. I also have issues with my photo becoming blurry at times when I am changing the size of the image.

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Shannon C.  
Virtual Support Specialist / Owner  
  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Great product...not a big fan of the business model. "

January 31, 2018

5.0

PicMonkey is a great product and was one of my "go-to's" when they first launched. Unfortunately, I don't use it regularly enough to pay a monthly fee, but it would be a great choice for those who need to create simple graphics on a regular basis.

Pros

I was one of the first to jump on board when PicMonkey launched a few years ago. The platform was super easy to use. Instead of relying on some of my heavier software to create graphics for blog and social media posts, I could easily hop on PicMonkey and whip something up quickly. The fonts where great and I loved that I could pull fonts from my hard drive to keep everything branded. Since I wasn't replacing my other design software, I used the free version of PicMonkey. I figured allowing the ads at the bottom of the screen was a nice trade off.

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SA

Susan A.  
PTA Treasurer  
Non-Profit Organization Management  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Making creating flyers and designs fun!"

July 1, 2022

5.0

Pros

As a board member for our PTA, efficiency and ease of use are some of my favorite things about using this program. Not only does it let me create amazing designs to share, it also helps us stand out from the rest and let's me having fun while creating my designs.

Cons

You do have to subscribe to keep access to your designs.

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