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Narrative Select

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What it is

Narrative Select is photo culling and editing software for photographers working on macOS or Windows. Its AI detects faces, evaluates focus and eye state, and assesses whether another frame in a scene may be stronger. It sorts and ranks images, while the photographer makes the final selections. Scenes View organizes shoots, the Close-ups Panel helps inspect expressions, and People Filter groups images by named faces. Supported formats include CR2, CR3, NEF, DNG, RAW, JPG, HEIC, and HEIF. Culling runs locally and offline, with side-by-side comparison and batch actions. One-click workflows connect to Lightroom Classic, Lightroom CC, Photoshop, and Capture One; Capture One support is listed for Mac. The maker says thousands of RAW files can be imported in seconds, with unlimited projects and images. New accounts receive a free Ultra trial without a credit card, with no duration stated. Annual-billed plans are 10.00, 20.00, 40.00, and 60.00 USD monthly.

Spec sheet

Purpose
Narrative is AI-assisted photo culling and editing software designed for photographers.Read 29 Sep 2026 · narrative.so
Intended users
The maker describes the product as built for photographers, especially professionals who shoot high volumes of images.Read 29 Sep 2026 · narrative.so
Trial
New accounts start with a free Ultra trial without requiring a credit card; the page does not state the trial duration.Read 29 Sep 2026 · narrative.so
Integrations
Narrative supports one-click workflows with Lightroom Classic, Lightroom CC, Photoshop and Capture One; Capture One support is listed for Mac.Read 29 Sep 2026 · narrative.so
Support
The site links users to a Narrative Help Center and a Contact Support page.Read 29 Sep 2026 · narrative.so
Headquarters
Auckland, New ZealandRead 28 Sep 2026 · narrative.so
Founded
2019Read 28 Sep 2026 · narrative.so
AI culling
The software detects faces and assesses focus, eye state and whether a better frame may exist in a scene.Read 29 Sep 2026 · narrative.so
Company location
Narrative describes itself as a New Zealand startup and says it is made in Aotearoa New Zealand.Read 29 Sep 2026 · narrative.so
Creative control
The AI sorts, assesses and ranks images while the photographer makes the final selections.Read 29 Sep 2026 · narrative.so
High-volume workflow
The maker says users can import thousands of RAW files in seconds and use unlimited projects and images.Read 29 Sep 2026 · narrative.so
Image formats
Supported formats listed include CR2, CR3, NEF, DNG, RAW, JPG, HEIC and HEIF.Read 29 Sep 2026 · narrative.so
Limits
The listed paid plans support one user on Lite and Standard, up to two on Premium, and up to four on Ultra.Read 29 Sep 2026 · narrative.so
People Filter
People Filter lets users name detected faces and filter a shoot by one or more people.Read 29 Sep 2026 · narrative.so
Scenes and close-ups
Scenes View organizes a shoot into scenes, and the Close-ups Panel helps review expressions.Read 29 Sep 2026 · narrative.so

Plans and prices

Lite $10 a month annually 1 user · unlimited images and projects · fast culling · ships to Lightroom, Photoshop and Capture One Read 29 Sep 2026 · narrative.so
Standard $20 a month annually 1 user · advanced AI culling · unlimited editing with Core and Marketplace AI Presets Read 29 Sep 2026 · narrative.so
Premium $40 a month annually up to 2 users · 1 Color AI Preset · 1 Black & White AI Preset · AI image straightening Read 29 Sep 2026 · narrative.so
Ultra $60 a month annually up to 4 users · up to 5 Color AI Presets · up to 5 Black & White AI Presets · personal onboarding · early access to features Read 29 Sep 2026 · narrative.so

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Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • AI evaluates focus, faces, and eye state
  • Supports major RAW, JPG, HEIC, and HEIF formats
  • Works offline with local culling
  • Integrates with Lightroom, Photoshop, and Capture One
  • Unlimited projects and images are listed

Limits

  • No free plan is listed
  • Paid plans are billed annually
  • Capture One support is listed for Mac

Who it suits

Narrative Select is aimed at photographers, especially professionals handling high-volume shoots. Its local and offline workflow also suits users who want culling without a continuous connection.

Verdict

Narrative Select combines automated image assessment with photographer-controlled selection. Its format coverage, offline culling, and editing integrations suit large shoots, while plan pricing and user limits vary by tier.

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