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Manila B.

Digital Marketing Strategist

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

12/9/2025

"A Lightweight, Powerful Alternative to Photoshop especially on Mac"

4.5/5

What do you like best about Pixelmator?

What I like best about Pixelmator Pro is how fast, clean, and beautifully designed it is — especially for Mac users. The interface is intuitive and minimal, but still gives access to powerful editing tools. It opens almost instantly, handles large files smoothly, and offers excellent support for photo editing, design, and retouching. I also love the seamless integration with macOS features like iCloud, Sidecar, and Apple Silicon optimization. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Pixelmator?

While it’s excellent for most design and editing tasks, Pixelmator Pro still lacks some advanced features you’d find in Photoshop, especially for high-end compositing or animation workflows. It’s also more limited when it comes to plug-ins or industry-standard compatibility. But for 90% of everyday needs, it’s more than enough — and faster. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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

Pixelmator Pro solves the problem of needing a fast, capable, and affordable image editor that doesn’t feel bloated. It allows me to edit photos, create visuals, and handle graphic design tasks without the complexity or subscription cost of heavier software. It saves me time, runs flawlessly on Mac, and gives me professional results in a fraction of the time. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.