{"id":103620,"date":"2024-07-25T10:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-07-25T14:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/?p=103620"},"modified":"2025-06-13T14:21:49","modified_gmt":"2025-06-13T18:21:49","slug":"best-lightroom-alternatives-in-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/best-lightroom-alternatives-in-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Lightroom Alternatives in 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Whether you&#8217;re trying to avoid the monthly subscription, want software that has more features, or just don&#8217;t feel like Lightroom works for your workflow, there are plenty of photo editing alternatives on the market that may be better for you. Adobe&#8217;s Creative Cloud suite includes some of the most popular apps for creators on the market today. Despite the popularity of Lightroom, Adobe&#8217;s photo cataloging and editing app, it may not be the best option for you. Let&#8217;s look at the best Lightroom alternatives to help you pick the best software for your photo editing needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-spotify wp-block-embed-spotify wp-embed-aspect-21-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Spotify Embed: Best Lightroom Alternatives in 2024\" style=\"border-radius: 12px\" width=\"100%\" height=\"152\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/episode\/3yiWjrQG7LxdniKqXbFyf1?si=lnC4s6CDR5yKHe-oG2Y9uQ&#038;utm_source=oembed\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">ON1 Photo RAW<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/on1.sjv.io\/YgjJxm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ON1 Photo RAW<\/a> aims to bridge the gap between Lightroom and Photoshop. They seek to solve a common pain point of Adobe users. Many Lightroom users struggle to find success in Photoshop. The two programs are totally different when it comes to how they work. ON1 has cataloging capabilities similar to Lightroom, and it offers many photo editing features such as Photoshop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ON1 also has many plugins that do everything from sky swapping to noise reduction and even special effects. All of these plugins are included in the base program and can also be used as plugins with other photo editors. This is perfect for those who want to give ON1 a try but aren\u2019t totally ready to switch their whole workflow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ON1 has a free 30-day trial and can be purchased outright for $100 or paid monthly for $7.99\/month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pros<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Easy-to-use interface<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Blends the best of Lightroom and Photoshop in one app<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>One-time fee<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>One of the cheaper options, but still has plenty of features<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cons<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Have to pay extra to use plugins with other apps<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Missing a few advanced tools<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"639\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/ON1-1024x639.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-103629\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/ON1-1024x639.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/ON1-300x187.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/ON1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>ON1 Effects is undoubtedly one of the highlights of ON1 Photo RAW. These easy-to-use effects help to take your photography over the top.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Skylum Luminar Neo<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/skylum.evyy.net\/zNJ67M\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Luminar Neo<\/a> is one of the best Lightroom alternatives for photographers who don\u2019t want to spend much time editing their images and love one-click solutions. Over the past few years, Skylum has focused on adding filters powered by AI that will apply edits to your photos for you. If you want to use a lot of edits in a short time, Luminar Neo has you covered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The interface of Luminar Neo is easy to use, even for beginners. The app&#8217;s interface has a futuristic look and feels great to use. Once you edit an image, it\u2019s easy to work your way through the edits in an order that makes sense, applying one adjustment at a time. Like ON1, Luminar Neo has many built-in plugins to help you edit your images.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Luminar Neo has several different pricing options. Subscriptions cost $11.95\/month or $99\/year, while purchasing the software outright costs $249.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pros<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Easy-to-learn and use<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lots of AI features to enhance your images<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>One of the best apps for creating quick edits<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cons<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Missing some organizational tools for photo cataloging<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Doesn\u2019t have many advanced editing features<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Expensive compared to the lack of advanced features<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"639\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Luminar-1024x639.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-103632\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Luminar-1024x639.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Luminar-300x187.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Luminar.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>The Luminar Neo interface has many adjustments on the side of the screen that can be quickly and easily applied to edit an image.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Capture One Pro<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.captureone.com\/en\/products\/capture-one-pro\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Capture One<\/a> is loaded with features for editing your images and has just about every Lightroom and Photoshop feature you\u2019ll need. It is particularly passionate about emphasizing very high-end rendering quality and is, therefore, best suited for seasoned photographers who can harness its power.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The software has a very steep learning curve, but those willing to spend the time and effort mastering it will reap a large reward. If you haven\u2019t edited your images before, Capture One is not a good \u201cfirst-editor.\u201d However, those with years of experience in the Adobe programs may find Capture One to offer more precise and powerful editing tools to enhance their images.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Capture One is available as a subscription for $34 USD\/month if billed monthly, $21.58\/month if billed yearly, or $299 for a one-time purchase to own the current version forever. Users who make the one-time purchase can also buy the updates at a reduced rate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pros<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Very powerful editing features<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Many batch editing tools<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Highly customizable interface<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cons<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Expensive to buy outright and more costly for a subscription than Adobe Lightroom<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Very steep learning curve<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"529\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/CaptureONe1-1024x529.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-103638\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/CaptureONe1-1024x529.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/CaptureONe1-300x155.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/CaptureONe1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Capture One has a free 30-day trial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">DxO PhotoLab<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/tidd.ly\/4bi1jSI\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">DxO PhotoLab<\/a> is quickly becoming one of the best Lightroom alternatives for many photographers looking to leave Adobe yet still have access to many great editing features. It includes access to the Nik Collection, a powerful photo effects plugin formerly owned by Google. Additionally, you&#8217;ll get access to DxO DeepPRIME, one of the best noise-reduction tools currently on the market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Regarding features, DxO has basically everything a photographer needs to create stunning images. That said, a few key features need to be improved to match the capabilities of Lightroom. Most notably, the masking panel in PhotoLab offers some good adjustments to create masks, but it isn\u2019t quite as powerful as the masking options seen in Lightroom. Still, most users will be able to get everything they need out of DxO PhotoLab.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>DxO PhotoLab is available for a one-time purchase of $139. Upgrades are sold at a reduced price to current users.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pros<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Access to Nik Collection tools<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Great built-in denoising feature<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free 30-day trial<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cons<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Missing some features for photo organization<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lacking advanced masking options<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"639\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/DXO-1024x639.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-103634\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/DXO-1024x639.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/DXO-300x187.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/DXO.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Using DxO\u2019s DeepPRIME for high-quality noise reduction and detail enhancement.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Darktable<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For those looking to save money, one of the best free Lightroom alternative options available is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.darktable.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Darktable<\/a>. Darktable is open-source software that actually has quite a few features, considering that it is free. Due to the nature of being an open-source software, there has been substantially more time spent on adding features than on making the features more straightforward to use. Darktable has a steep learning curve for newer users, but you&#8217;ll be rewarded if you can figure out how to make the program work for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Darktable is free and can be installed on both Mac and Windows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pros<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Free<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Advanced color management system<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Highly customizable interface<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cons<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Difficult to learn<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lacks many advanced features<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">And the Winner is&#8230;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The best Lightroom alternative for each photographer is going to be different. Beginners should prioritize software that is easy to use and offers good results quickly. More experienced photographers should look for software with features to help them take their images to the next level. Regardless of what you shoot and how long you\u2019ve been doing it, there is a Lightroom alternative out there that will be just right for you.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Whether you&#8217;re trying to avoid the monthly subscription, want software that has more features, or just don&#8217;t feel like Lightroom works for your workflow, there are plenty of photo editing alternatives on the market that may be better for you. Adobe&#8217;s Creative Cloud suite includes some of the most popular apps for creators on the market today. Despite the popularity of Lightroom, Adobe&#8217;s photo cataloging and editing app, it may not be the best option for you. 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