Adobe Lightroom
7.9#1 in batch photo processing softwareAndroidiOSWebmacOS
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ON1 Photo RAW
8.3#10 in photo editing softwareFrom $89.99 a yearAndroidiOSExtensionmacOS
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| Fact | Adobe Lightroom | ON1 Photo RAW |
|---|---|---|
| AI editing | Generative Remove uses Adobe Firefly generative AI to remove distractions from photos. | Built-in AI tools include NoNoise AI, Resize AI, Generative Erase, Sky Swap AI, Restore AI, and Brilliance AI. |
| AI retouching | Yes | Yes |
| Batch editing | Yes | Yes |
| Cloud sync | Yes | Yes |
| Founded | 1982 | 2005 |
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Headquarters | San Jose, California, USA | Portland, Oregon, United States |
| Masking tools | Yes | Yes |
| Photo organization | Lightroom keeps photo libraries organized and searchable. | Photo RAW browses files where they are stored and supports tagging, albums, stacking, and AI-powered keywording. |
| Platform | multi-platform | desktop |
| RAW photo support | Yes | Yes |
| Support and learning | Adobe offers Lightroom tutorials and Lightroom Academy learning resources. | ON1 offers support, free training videos, and monthly live webinars with ON1 educators. |
Adobe Lightroom plans
- Creative Cloud Pro for students and teachersPriced on request
- Creative Cloud Pro for students and teachers—
- Lightroom for teamsPriced on request
- Lightroom for teams—
- Creative Cloud Pro for teamsPriced on request
- Creative Cloud Pro for teams—
ON1 Photo RAW plans
- ON1 Photo RAW MAX Subscription trial$7.99 a month
- ON1 Photo RAW MAX$89.99 a year
- Photo RAW 2027$99.99, paid once
- Photo RAW MAX 2027$169.99, paid once
- ON1 Photo Studio$179.99 a year
Pick Adobe Lightroom if…
It suits people who want to edit and organize photos across desktop, web, and mobile. Its batch editing, RAW support, masking, and cloud sync are relevant to users with varied photo workflows.
Pick ON1 Photo RAW if…
It suits photographers, from hobbyists to working professionals and commercial studios, who want editing and photo management in one application. Those needing targeted masks, batch work, or RAW processing may find its listed tools relevant.