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Manila B.

Digital strategist

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

1/2/2023

"Great app for apple devices"

4.5/5

What do you like best about Pixelmator?

Ease of use, professional functions for image retouching and graphic processing, export Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Pixelmator?

The program is continuously updated, so what is missing is also implemented. For now there is nothing wrong, so good Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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Doug H.

Web Consultant

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

6/17/2022

"Pixelmator is my go to photo editor"

5/5

What do you like best about Pixelmator?

Pixelmator has all the tools I need but isn't complicated Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Pixelmator?

I don't know any downsides to using Pixelmator Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

UC

Verified User in Computer Software

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

1/11/2022

"Advanced Photo Editing at a Fraction of the Cost"

4.5/5

What do you like best about Pixelmator?

Pixelmator is a very low-cost alternative to more advanced photo editing software. The interface and tools are familiar and most, if not all, essential photo editing functions are included. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Pixelmator?

More of a commentary on photo editors in general: many advanced features are beyond the ken of the average user like me. Here's an opportunity for Pixelmator to truly be a "photo editor for the rest of us", i.e. present the advanced features like layer blends in a way meaningful to newbies. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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Arman S.

Executive Director

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

10/19/2021

"Great For Novice Photo Editors"

4/5

What do you like best about Pixelmator?

Its price is great for what it can do. When comparing it to tools like Photoshop, for most people is plenty of power for a very affordable price. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Pixelmator?

Not much to dislike. It is the best first point of entry into custom photo editing outside of something with great limitations like Canva. At some point, in your progression as an editor, you will find certain limitations or might desire an interface that is a little bit more Mac-native/advanced. That is when you might consider checking out Pixelmator Pro. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering Pixelmator:

If you are considering Pixelmator, I'd say first consider free web-based options like Pixlr or Canva, depending on your needs, but if you plan to do a ton of editing and want something with personal customization, go for it and with that price it is impossible you will regret it. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Pixelmator solving and how is that benefiting you?

Nowadays Pixelmator has taken a back seat to my more preferred option of Pixlemator Pro for very custom work, or Canva for basic template-based projects. But Pixelmator for a while was my absolute go-to for photo editing and basic graphic design work, without the cost limitations or knowledge base needed for Photoshop. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

UH

Verified User in Higher Education

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

12/28/2021

"Pixelmator is the BEST Photoshop Replacement!"

5/5

What do you like best about Pixelmator?

Pixelmator is quick to learn and easy to use. It uses many of the same symbols and features as Photoshop, but without the huge price tag. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Pixelmator?

Pixelmator isn't as sleek as Photoshop, and can't do quite everything Photoshop can, but it does all of the things I need, so I am very pleased with it! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering Pixelmator:

This is definitely the best image editor for Macs that I've found! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Pixelmator solving and how is that benefiting you?

I seriously considered purchasing Photoshop for my business because creating great graphics is really important to me. I want our brand to stand out visually. I think using Pixelmator has made a big difference in what we can do and the kind of clients we attract. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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Diogo R.

CEO

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

7/29/2021

"Image editor for quick modifications"

4/5

What do you like best about Pixelmator?

Pixelmator has three advantages over Photoshop.

1. It's much more affordable;

2. It has a more straightforward interface, with few menus and tools;

3. Common modifications have direct or more apparent namings.

Apart from the price, Pixelmator is more straightforward, and most of the changes you want to do on an image have more intuitive steps to produce. Both intermediate or advanced users can use it. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Pixelmator?

Because it's a more straightforward tool, it lacks more complex tasks, and fine-tuning tools might require a similar learning curve like Photoshop. It's ideal for intermediate users with specific changes and effects to apply or for cropping and converting images. For a more advanced user, if the price is not an issue, I would stick with Photoshop. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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Chris D.

Student and Family Minister

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

6/29/2018

"Powerful, Simple, and Feature Full"

5/5

What do you like best about Pixelmator?

I’m a big fan of the way objects work in Pixelmator. Also, many of the controls feel more natural and a far better fit for my use case than Photoshop. I use Pixelmator Pro, and ML Superresolution is a future I use almost weekly to improve stock imagery for large-scale prints. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Pixelmator?

If I could ask for one feature from the Pixelmator team it would be a vector workflow. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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Alessandro D.

Collaboratore ai testi

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

7/27/2021

"A valid alternative!"

5/5

What do you like best about Pixelmator?

Graphic User interface, usability, features Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Pixelmator?

Difficult transition from Photoshop with many features Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering Pixelmator:

Pixelmator is a valid alternative to Adobe Photoshop because have all of Photoshop features with an amazing graphic user interface, in perfect macOs Style Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Pixelmator solving and how is that benefiting you?

I handle with graphic design every day. Pixelmator is cheap and powerful. I can do anything without spending fora subscription Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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Chris C.

Worship and Children's Pastor

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

4/4/2017

"Great budget resource"

3.5/5

What do you like best about Pixelmator?

A great alternative to higher-priced graphics software. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Pixelmator?

Not quite as full-featured as some other software. Some things don't look quite as clean designed in Pixelmator. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering Pixelmator:

Give it a try, but understand that there is a learning curve. Also, you may have to use workarounds or other software to fill in some gaps. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Pixelmator solving and how is that benefiting you?

We have been able to get around monthly fees and costly graphic designers. We can do all of our design in-house. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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Rogelio A.

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

12/7/2020

"Pixelmator is awesome for photo editing!"

4.5/5

What do you like best about Pixelmator?

The user-friendliness is really outstanding. The controls and icons are sharp and laid out neatly by default. We can customize our workspace to suit our needs. We can clear panels we don't need and just focus on the tools we need. There are hotkey options to let us get through design projects faster. The presets are excellent and there are many to choose from. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Pixelmator?

I have had an overall positive experience with Pixelmator from top to bottom. It may not allow for detailed editing the way that Photoshop or Lightroom allow for, but it mostly works the way I want and does allow for more advanced adjustments than typical photo apps. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering Pixelmator:

Use it for a wide variety of image editing needs. You can also create vector graphics, which is ideal when printing on large areas. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Pixelmator solving and how is that benefiting you?

Photo editing can be done much faster. I can use intuitive sliders and field settings to make quick adjustments that can be viewed instantly. I don't have to pay a high fee for software that gives me super value for creative work. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.