PhotoDirector vs Sable
PhotoDirector
cyberlink.comSable
sable-editor.euSide by side
| Figure | PhotoDirector | Sable |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | Free |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| macOS | Yes | Yes |
| Linux | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 5 | 1 |
| Spec score · Photo editors | 8.9 (#12) | 8.4 (#36) |
| Spec score · AI Photo Editors | 8.5 (#31) | 7.8 (#68) |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Generative AI | The product includes AI image generation, image-to-video, character motion swap, multi-face swap, AI try-on, and AI object replacement. | Opt-in Generative Fill and image generation use a locally managed ComfyUI runtime, and nothing is installed until enabled in Preferences. |
| Headquarters | New Taipei City, Taiwan | Dietmannsried, Germany |
| Purpose | PhotoDirector is generative-AI photo editing software for creating, enhancing, and transforming images, aimed at beginners and experienced editors. | Sable is a cross-platform raster image editor with a GPU-first canvas, non-destructive editing, and locally run AI. |
Plans
PhotoDirector
- PhotoDirector 365 EssentialFree
- PhotoDirector 365Price not published
- PhotoDirector 2027$119.99 a month
- PhotoDirector EssentialFree
- PhotoDirector 2027$119.99, paid once
In their own words
PhotoDirector
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.