PhotoDirector vs PhotoQuill

PhotoDirector is generative-AI photo editing software for creating, enhancing, and transforming images. Edit by Chat turns plain-language requests into guided editing actions, while Quick Action suggests changes such as enhancement, background blur, color correction, and cleanup. Generative features include image generation, image-to-video, character motion swap, multi-face swap, AI try-on, and object replacement. For detailed editing, PhotoDirector supports RAW files, batch work, image organization, layers, masks, blending modes, compositing, exposure, HSL, curves, sharpening, and lens correction. Its stock feature provides access to iStock by Getty Images. PhotoDirector Essential is free without a time limit, but advanced AI tools and selected export options are restricted. Mac and Windows versions are separate products, and a license does not transfer between them. Internet access is required for activation, subscription access, online services, some features, and updates. The free plan requires no payment information.

PhotoQuill is a browser-based photo editor for image adjustments, layered work and optional AI editing. Its editor supports layers, opacity, masks, blending modes and non-destructive editing. Users can open, edit and export layered PSD files, as well as work with PNG, JPG, WebP, BMP, GIF, SVG, HDR and EXR formats. It runs in modern browsers on Windows, macOS, Linux, ChromeOS, tablets and mobile devices. The core browser editor is free, with no watermarks or hidden fees, and does not require an account. Optional AI tools include background removal, object and colour changes, filters and image generation; AI generation uses credits. Accounts receive 10 free credits at registration and 5 free credits daily. Images and AI processing stay on the user's device. Paid plans start at $9.90 a month, and credit top-ups are also available. Paid plans include commercial licensing, with full commercial rights on Premium. Subscriptions can be changed or cancelled at any time without lock-in contracts or fees.