Adobe Photoshop
8.7#4 in photo editing softwareAndroidiOSWebmacOS
VisitAdobe Photoshop vs DxO PureRAW
DxO PureRAW
7.3#53 in photo editing software$89.99 one-timemacOSWindows
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| Fact | Adobe Photoshop | DxO PureRAW |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 1990 | 2003 |
| Free plan | No | No |
| Purpose | Photoshop provides tools to create, edit, and design images and graphics with advanced workflows, precise selections, and AI-powered features. | DxO PureRAW processes RAW files to improve sharpness, reduce noise, and correct optical defects before photo editing. |
| Security | Adobe’s September 2026 Photoshop security update addressed vulnerabilities that could result in arbitrary code execution on Windows and macOS. | DxO says it takes reasonable technical and organizational precautions to prevent loss, misuse, or alteration of personal information and stores it on secure systems. |
Adobe Photoshop plans
- PhotographyPriced on request
- Photography—
- Creative Cloud Pro—
- Creative Cloud ProPriced on request
- Creative Cloud Pro for students and teachersPriced on request
- Creative Cloud Pro for students and teachers—
DxO PureRAW plans
- New license—
- Upgrade—
- DxO PureRAW 6 new license$89.99, paid once
- DxO PureRAW 6$139.99, paid once
Pick Adobe Photoshop if…
Photoshop suits people who need image and graphics tools across desktop, mobile, and browser platforms, including workflows involving layers, masks, RAW photos, or image compositing. Its standalone and multi-app plans, plus student/teacher and business categories, provide options for different types of buyers.
Pick DxO PureRAW if…
It suits photographers who want to process supported camera RAW files before editing, particularly those using Lightroom Classic or Photoshop. Users should check camera compatibility, since newly released models may take a few weeks to be supported.