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AI-powered image editor for Mac and iPad, now from Apple
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Pixelmator Pro is an image editing and graphics app for Mac and iPad users who want layer-based editing with AI tools. It is now offered by Apple as part of the Apple Creator Studio subscription bundle, alongside Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro.
Users open photos or create documents, edit with layers, effects and AI tools, and export. Some AI features require an Apple Intelligence-capable device, and iPad access comes through the subscription.
Photographers, designers and Mac users who want a native editor with a one-time purchase option. Students and educators have a discounted plan.
Pixelmator Pro is available as a $49.99 one-time purchase on the Mac App Store, which excludes the Warp Tool. Apple Creator Studio costs $12.99 per month or $129 per year for new subscribers, and $2.99 per month or $29.99 per year for students and educators. Creator Studio has a 30-day free trial for new subscribers.
Pixelmator Pro is a native Apple app with deep use of Apple Intelligence features. It is available as part of Apple Creator Studio with Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro.
Affinity Designer and Figma are vector-oriented design tools, while Pixelmator Pro leans toward photo and raster editing. Canva is a template-based online design tool, and Kittl focuses on typography and print design.
Pricing Model
SUBSCRIPTION
Starting Price
$50/mo
Free Options
Free trial
| Feature | Apple Creator Studio | Student and educator |
|---|---|---|
| Includes Pixelmator Pro, Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro | , | |
| Or $129 per year | , | |
| 30-day trial | , | |
| Or $29.99 per year | , |
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