AKVIS HDRFactory
AKVIS HDRFactory is HDR software for Windows, macOS, and Linux.
What AKVIS HDRFactory is
AKVIS HDRFactory is HDR software for Windows, macOS, and Linux. It supports both listed HDR merge modes, multiple tone mapping controls, RAW files, and batch processing. HDR images can be output as TIFF, BMP, JPEG, WEBP, or PNG. AKVIS was founded in 2004. There is no free plan, but a 10-day trial is listed. Home Plugin and Home Standalone each cost $69, paid once for a lifetime license covering 2 computers and non-commercial use. Home Deluxe costs $99, paid once with the same listed license term, computer count, and non-commercial-use restriction. The Business plan costs $154, paid once, with a lifetime license for 2 computers and commercial use allowed. These plans provide different purchase formats and usage terms.
Good
- Supports both HDR merge modes
- Includes multiple tone mapping controls
- Supports RAW files
- Batch processing is available
- Offers five HDR output formats
Watch out
- No free plan
- Trial lasts 10 days
- Home plans are for non-commercial use
- Commercial use is listed only for Business
Who it suits
It suits people creating HDR images who need RAW support, batch processing, or tone mapping controls. Non-commercial users can choose among the Home plans, while Business lists commercial use as allowed.
Verdict
AKVIS HDRFactory combines merge modes, tone mapping, RAW support, and batch processing. Check the usage terms before choosing: commercial use is listed for Business, while the Home plans are non-commercial.
Plans and prices
From AKVIS HDRFactory's own pricing page, checked 20 Sep 2026.
| Plan | Price | What it gives you |
|---|---|---|
| Home Plugin | $69, paid once | 2 computers · Non-commercial use · Lifetime License |
| Home Standalone | $69, paid once | 2 computers · Non-commercial use · Lifetime License |
| Home Deluxe | $99, paid once | 2 computers · Non-commercial use · Lifetime License |
| Business | $154, paid once | 2 computers · Commercial use allowed · Lifetime License |
The facts
Each one read from AKVIS HDRFactory's own pages, with the date it was checked.
The company
- Founded
- 2004checked 23 Sep 2026
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