Pixelmator Pro
VSCO
No signals
Pixelmator Pro
VSCO
Pixelmator Pro
VSCO
Pixelmator Pro
VSCO
Pixelmator Pro
VSCO
Pixelmator Pro
VSCO
No signals
Pixelmator Pro
No signals
VSCO
Pixelmator Pro
No signals
VSCO
Users: Up to 6 Macs (same Apple ID/Family Sharing)
Storage: Local storage only
Limits: Mac-only (macOS 13.0+), iPad version sold separately or via Apple Creator Studio
Users: 1 user
Storage: iCloud integration
Limits: Subscription model - stops working if cancelled
Users: Unlimited
Storage: Device storage + iCloud
Limits: iPad only, some stability issues reported
Users: 1 user
Storage: Not specified
Limits: Only 15 presets vs 200+ on paid plans, no advanced editing tools like HSL or Dodge & Burn
Users: 1 user
Storage: Not specified
Limits: No desktop editing, no professional profile features, no paid opportunity access, limited AI Lab access
Users: 1 user
Storage: Cloud sync included
Limits: Highest tier required for desktop access and Lightroom sync
| Feature | Pixelmator Pro | VSCO |
|---|---|---|
| Core Features | ||
| RAW editing Non-destructive | ||
| Layer-based editing Full layer support | ||
| Panorama stitching Not available | ||
| Focus stacking Not available | ||
| HDR merge Not available | ||
| Editing | ||
| Film emulation presets 200+ presets, 15 free | ||
| Advanced editing tools HSL, Dodge & Burn on paid tiers | ||
| Video editing Plus and Pro tiers only | ||
| Desktop editing Pro tier only ($60/year) | ||
| AI-powered editing AI Labs prompt-based editing, Pro only | ||
| RAW file support Limited compared to Lightroom | ||
| AI Features | ||
| ML-powered enhancements ML Enhance, Denoise, Super Resolution | ||
| File Formats | ||
| Vector file editing Cannot edit EPS/AI | ||
| PSD compatibility Basic support | ||
| Extensibility | ||
| Plugin support Very limited | ||
| Storage | ||
| Cloud sync Pro tier only | ||
| Integrations | ||
| Adobe Lightroom integration Pro tier only | ||
| Platforms | ||
| Windows version Mac-only | ||
| iPad version Has stability issues | ||
| Social | ||
| Creative community No likes/follower counts, gallery sharing | ||
| Professional | ||
| Professional portfolio website Pro tier only | ||
| Performance | ||
| Apple Silicon optimization Excellent M-chip support | ||
| Usability | ||
| Offline editing Basic editing works offline | ||
| Photo archive feature Requested for 7+ years, not implemented | ||
| Mobile | ||
| Android feature parity Many iOS features unavailable on Android | ||
| Billing | ||
| In-app subscription cancellation Must cancel via device settings | ||
