Darkroom alternatives: 4 apps ranked by verified data
Common reasons people leave Darkroom: apple devices only, and premium features need a Darkroom+ subscription to export. We ranked 4 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Darkroom, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Photomator currently ranks first.
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The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.
Best Darkroom alternative for most people
PhotomatorAlso edits Apple Photos directly, sold as a licence rather than a subscription.
Best Darkroom alternative for a free option
SnapseedCompletely free on iPhone and Android, with selective and healing tools.
Best Darkroom alternative for a free plan you can upgrade
VSCOFilm-style presets with a community and pro photographer tools.
Best Darkroom alternative for Mac
Adobe LightroomCross-platform, including Android and Windows, with a full catalogue and cloud storage.
Best Darkroom alternative for Windows
Adobe LightroomCross-platform, including Android and Windows, with a full catalogue and cloud storage.
Best Darkroom alternative for iPhone and Android
Adobe LightroomCross-platform, including Android and Windows, with a full catalogue and cloud storage.
Best Darkroom alternative for working in the browser
Adobe LightroomCross-platform, including Android and Windows, with a full catalogue and cloud storage.
Darkroom alternatives: common questions
What is the best alternative to Darkroom?
Photomator ranks first right now. Also edits Apple Photos directly, sold as a licence rather than a subscription. Adobe Lightroom and VSCO follow it in our ranking.
Is there a free alternative to Darkroom?
Yes. VSCO (free plan + paid) and Snapseed (free) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.
Is there an open-source alternative to Darkroom?
None of the 4 alternatives in this list is open source.
Why do people switch from Darkroom?
The complaints we hear most: apple devices only; premium features need a Darkroom+ subscription to export; no layers or compositing.
How is this list ranked?
Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Darkroom, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.