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Photomator

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From $2.50/mo Free plan macOSiOS
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Spec score 8.7 #22 of 160 in Photo Editing Software

What it is

Photomator is a photo editor for Mac, iPhone, iPad, and Apple Vision Pro. It supports more than 750 RAW image formats, including Apple ProRAW, and offers nondestructive controls for brightness, contrast, exposure, curves, and color balance. AI selection tools can identify subjects, skies, and backgrounds; users can also use masks and brush selections. The Repair tool removes small imperfections or entire objects. Other listed machine-learning tools include Auto Enhance, Super Resolution, Smart Deband, Denoise, and ML Crop. Photomator works with the Photos library and Apple File System, and can edit files on devices, external drives, and cloud services. Edits sync with Photos or Files, while iCloud Drive supports syncing edits across Mac, iPhone, and iPad. It can import and export LUTs for use with other apps. The App Store describes a free download with in-app purchases. A monthly subscription is listed at $7.99 per month; an exclusive lifetime offer is $79.99 once. Requirements include iOS 17 or later, iPadOS 17 or later, macOS 13 or later, and visionOS 1 or later for Apple Vision.

Spec sheet

Integrations
The App Store listing says edits sync with Photos or Files and that iCloud Drive supports edit syncing across Mac, iPhone, and iPad.Read 9 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Support
The product page links to a user guide and support site, and lists [email protected] as a contact email.Read 9 Oct 2026 · pixelmator.com
AI retouching
YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · pixelmator.com
AI selections
Photomator can use AI to select subjects, skies, and backgrounds, and also supports masks and brush selections.Read 9 Oct 2026 · pixelmator.com
Apple technologies
Photomator uses Apple technologies including SwiftUI, Core ML, Core Image, and Metal.Read 9 Oct 2026 · pixelmator.com
Batch editing
Photomator can apply workflows to hundreds of photos and copy and paste adjustments between photos.Read 9 Oct 2026 · pixelmator.com
Cloud sync
YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · pixelmator.com
Color adjustments
It offers nondestructive color adjustments including brightness, contrast, exposure, curves, and color balance.Read 9 Oct 2026 · pixelmator.com
Compatibility limits
The App Store lists requirements of iOS 17 or later, iPadOS 17 or later, macOS 13 or later, and visionOS 1 or later for Apple Vision.Read 9 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
LUT support
Photomator can import LUTs from Pixelmator Pro or other image, video, or graphics apps, and export LUTs for use in other apps.Read 9 Oct 2026 · pixelmator.com
Machine learning tools
The product lists Auto Enhance, Super Resolution, Smart Deband, Denoise, ML Crop, and other machine-learning features.Read 9 Oct 2026 · pixelmator.com
Masking tools
YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · pixelmator.com
Photo editing
Photomator is a photo editor for Mac, iPhone, iPad, and Vision Pro.Read 9 Oct 2026 · pixelmator.com
Photo library
The app works with the Photos library and Apple File System, and supports editing files on devices, external drives, and cloud services.Read 9 Oct 2026 · pixelmator.com
Platform
multi-platformRead 20 Sep 2026 · pixelmator.com
Privacy disclosure
The App Store privacy section says purchase history, crash data, and performance data may be collected without being linked to the user.Read 9 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
RAW support
The product page says Photomator supports over 750 RAW image formats, including Apple ProRAW.Read 9 Oct 2026 · pixelmator.com
Repair tool
Its Repair tool can remove small imperfections or entire objects from photos.Read 9 Oct 2026 · pixelmator.com

Plans and prices

Monthly Subscription $7.99 a month Monthly Subscription $7.99 One license for Mac, iPad, iPhone, and Apple Vision Pro Read 9 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Free download Free Free · In-App Purchases App Store listing describes Photomator as free with in-app purchases Read 9 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Yearly Subscription $29.99 a year Yearly Subscription $29.99 One license for Mac, iPad, iPhone, and Apple Vision Pro Read 9 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Exclusive Lifetime Offer $79.99, paid once Exclusive Lifetime Offer $79.99 One license for Mac, iPad, iPhone, and Apple Vision Pro Read 9 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Lifetime $119.99, paid once Lifetime $119.99 One license for Mac, iPad, iPhone, and Apple Vision Pro Read 9 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com

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Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • Supports over 750 RAW formats
  • Nondestructive color adjustments
  • AI selections, masks, and brush tools
  • Batch editing and cloud sync
  • Free download with in-app purchases

Limits

  • Requires iOS 17 or later on iPhone
  • Requires macOS 13 or later on Mac
  • Monthly subscription is $7.99 per month

Who it suits

Photomator suits people editing photos across Mac, iPhone, iPad, or Apple Vision Pro, including those who work with RAW files, masks, or batch edits. It also supports people who want to edit files from devices, external drives, or cloud services.

Verdict

Photomator pairs extensive RAW support with selection, repair, and machine-learning tools across Apple platforms. Check the listed operating-system requirements and subscription terms for the devices you plan to use.

Where Specifiction places it

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