FilmLab
8.0#3 in photo scanning softwareFrom $59.99 a yearFree planAndroidiOSLinuxmacOS
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PhotoScanner
6.7#10 in photo scanning software$1.99 one-timeiOSmacOS
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| Fact | FilmLab | PhotoScanner |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | Kennebunk, Maine, USA | Berlin, Germany |
| Metadata | Desktop 3.5 preview metadata support can copy most source metadata, including scan-camera and lens information, into exported files. | Users can add or correct dates and locations for each scanned photo, and metadata is preserved on export. |
| Privacy | The privacy policy says photos stay on the device and are not uploaded unless the user shares them through another app. | PhotoScanner says ordinary photo processing happens locally on the Mac and photos are not transferred to the cloud unless deliberately exported. |
| Purpose | FilmLab converts digital captures of film negatives into color or black-and-white images using a custom processing engine designed to produce darkroom-inspired colors and tones. | PhotoScanner digitizes printed photos and albums on Mac using an iPhone or a connected scanner. |
FilmLab plans
- EducationFree
- Monthly$7.99 a month
- Annual$59.99 a year
- Lifetime$199.99, paid once
PhotoScanner plans
- AI-Credits Small Pack$1.99, paid once
- AI-Credits Medium Pack$7.99, paid once
- AI-Credits Big Pack$17.99, paid once
- Photo Scanner Lifetime$19.99, paid once
Pick FilmLab if…
FilmLab suits film photographers who want to convert digital negative scans and adjust or batch-edit images. Its mobile apps also suit people who want to preview or review negatives and make quick scans for sharing.
Pick PhotoScanner if…
PhotoScanner suits people digitizing family prints, albums, or larger photo collections, including users without technical experience. It is for Mac users who can meet the macOS 14.6 requirement; iPhone capture is available through its companion app.