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At a Glance
ACDSee
ACDSee
Star Rating
(278)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (79.9% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$59.99 - $149.99 MSRP
Learn more about ACDSee
Photos
Photos
Star Rating
(789)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (66.4% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Photos
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • G2 reviewers report that Photos excels in overall user satisfaction, boasting a significantly higher G2 Score compared to ACDSee. Users appreciate its intuitive interface and ease of use, with one reviewer noting how easy it is to manage and organize their photo gallery.
  • Users say that ACDSee offers robust editing tools and is particularly effective for those who work with large libraries of images. Reviewers highlight its speed in indexing and loading images, making it a solid choice for users who need to handle raw files from various camera models.
  • According to verified reviews, Photos shines in its seamless integration with other Apple services, such as AirDrop, which allows users to share videos quickly without losing quality. This feature is especially appreciated by users who frequently capture and share video content.
  • Reviewers mention that ACDSee is a great option for small businesses, as it does not require a subscription and offers a comprehensive set of tools for photo management and editing. Users value the ability to organize photos efficiently, which is a key feature for those managing extensive collections.
  • G2 reviewers highlight that Photos has a more extensive user base, reflected in its higher total number of reviews. This suggests a broader acceptance and satisfaction among users, which can be reassuring for potential buyers looking for a reliable photo management solution.
  • Users express mixed feelings about ACDSee's support quality, with some noting that while the product is effective, the support could be improved. In contrast, Photos users generally report a more positive experience with customer support, contributing to their overall satisfaction with the product.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
ACDSee
ACDSee Photo Studio Standard, Professional, and Ultimate
$59.99 - $149.99 MSRP
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Photos
No pricing available
Free Trial
ACDSee
Free Trial is available
Photos
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.9
237
8.9
565
Ease of Use
8.6
240
9.2
570
Ease of Setup
9.2
52
9.2
102
Ease of Admin
8.8
42
8.9
52
Quality of Support
8.3
176
8.7
426
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.5
37
8.5
50
Product Direction (% positive)
8.0
234
8.3
536
Features by Category
Not enough data
5.4
31
Generative AI
7.7
5
5.8
30
7.0
5
5.2
30
Agentic AI - Photo Editing
Not enough data
5.0
18
Not enough data
6.4
18
Agentic AI - Photo Management
Not enough data
5.7
18
Not enough data
7.1
18
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
ACDSee
ACDSee
Photos
Photos
ACDSee and Photos are categorized as Photo Editing and Photo Management
Unique Categories
ACDSee
ACDSee has no unique categories
Photos
Photos has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
ACDSee
ACDSee
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
79.9%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
12.1%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
8.1%
Photos
Photos
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
66.4%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
18.4%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
15.2%
Reviewers' Industry
ACDSee
ACDSee
Photography
27.1%
Computer Software
4.8%
Non-Profit Organization Management
3.7%
Information Technology and Services
3.7%
Marketing and Advertising
2.9%
Other
57.9%
Photos
Photos
Photography
6.7%
Marketing and Advertising
6.1%
Design
5.2%
Higher Education
4.5%
Information Technology and Services
3.6%
Other
74.0%
Alternatives
ACDSee
ACDSee Alternatives
Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic
Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic
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Adobe Photoshop
Photoshop
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GIMP
GIMP
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Photoshop Elements
Photoshop Elements
Add Photoshop Elements
Photos
Photos Alternatives
Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic
Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic
Add Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic
Adobe Bridge
Bridge
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Affinity Photo
Affinity Photo
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Photoshop Elements
Photoshop Elements
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Discussions
ACDSee
ACDSee Discussions
How do you handle crashes when database grows big in size?
2 Comments
Randy D.
RD
When mine gets buggy I delete my database then the database gets rebuilt as you access different folders This might be a problem for some folks that use a...Read more
I don't think ACDSee allows a change to the 'canvas size' as is found in Photoshop?
2 Comments
AW
Photo Studio 2020. Canvas size can be changed shown in last weeks webinarRead more
How can I avoid mixing the old rated pictures with the new ones?
2 Comments
Alexandro L.
AL
Hi! What do you mean with old and new? Do you mean pics that you rated some days ago that you want to filter now? If so, with the new version you can create...Read more
Photos
Photos Discussions
Do you guys prefer Photos or Google Photos?
2 Comments
Corinne M.
CM
Photos. I prefer Apple over Google for the most part. Read more
How to get it all in one place?
1 Comment
Ivan T.
IT
Consider Google PhotosRead more
How should I best categorize my photos so that they are easily accessible?
1 Comment
Krista M.
KM
I categorize mine in albums based on year, specific events or calendar months, and locations and sub categories such as people, places, and things. That way...Read more