Luminar Neo
8.3#11 in photo editing software$129 one-timeAndroidiOSWebAPI
VisitLuminar Neo vs PhotoPad
What both publish
| Fact | Luminar Neo | PhotoPad |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Integrations | The desktop app works as a plug-in for Lightroom Classic, Photoshop and Apple Photos. | Edited images can be uploaded directly to Twitter, Flickr, Dropbox, OneDrive and Google Drive. |
| Limit: performance | G2 reviewers report lag with high-resolution RAW files and weaker Windows performance than Mac performance. | G2 reviewers mention slow loading, long rendering times for large images and occasional hanging while effects are applied. |
| Praise: ease of use | Independent reviewers repeatedly describe the interface as intuitive, simple and beginner-friendly. | G2 reviewers repeatedly describe PhotoPad as simple, intuitive and quick for cropping, resizing, color adjustments and effects. |
Luminar Neo plans
- Desktop Only$129, paid once
- All Platforms$159, paid once
- Max$199, paid once
- Perpetual Desktop License$129, paid once
- Cross-device Perpetual License$159, paid once
- Max Perpetual License$199, paid once
PhotoPad plans
- Pro Edition Annual Plan—
- Home Edition Annual Plan—
- Pro Edition Quarterly Plan—
- Free editionFree
- FreeFree
- PhotoPad Photo Editor Pro Edition Quarterly Plan$9.99 a month
Pick Luminar Neo if…
It suits photographers who want editing tools such as RAW support, layers, masking, and AI retouching across desktop or mobile platforms. The listed plans vary by device access and included extras.
Pick PhotoPad if…
PhotoPad suits people who want photo adjustments, RAW editing, and creative project tools such as cards or collages in one editor. Its free edition fits non-commercial use, while people using it for business should consider the available paid editions.