Pixlr Review

PROS: First of all, Pixlr is free. If this doesn't convince you to try this out, then I don't know what will. It requires zero downloads. Plus, it has tools that almost mirror Photoshop tools too.

CONS: The ads take up a huge chunk of the browser's screen. I find it annoying to be adjusting the settings every time I visit this site too. It would be nice if they stored preferences. Resizing photos is difficult to do as well.

PROS: Free isn't always synonymous with a buggy and incomplete. Pixlr proves this quite well. Despite being offered to the public at no cost, this is actually an impressive tool. Its tools are comparable to Adobe Photoshop. I'm really happy I found this tool.

CONS: Copying and pasting layers are almost impossible in Pixlr. Plus, the program is heavily reliant on the internet. If you have a slow connection, you can very well say goodbye to a day of productivity.

PROS: Pixlr is my number one go-to solution for editing images. Not only does it have the tools to substantially refine the quality of my media files, but it also has plenty of effects that I can choose from. Ever since using it, red eyes in photos are no longer a problem after I've run them through Pixlr. My favorite thing about this though is that it's free to use, and I don't have to commit to downloading software.

CONS: So far, I don't have any major complaints about Pixlr. I would suggest, however, that they add more effects options to their toolbox.

PROS: At a time when most photo editors are exclusively on a subscription basis, discovering Pixlr has been such a relief. It has a complete toolbox, even comparable to that of Adobe Photoshop. And even then, it's still a lot more simple than this Adobe giant that professionals seem to prefer using. I particularly like my options for pencils, brushes, shading fills, etc. With the number of tools that this lets you use, it's a wonder why this remains free (not that I'm complaining). My final take on the matter: I recommend anyone who's looking to find a free and complete photo editing tool to use. It's not as sophisticated, but here you will have access to all the basics, and a little more. You can even use this to merge two photos together. It's truly a viable alternative to paid Adobe tools.

CONS: This is a free app, so understandably, this will be littered with ads--and it is. It's not a major cause for concern. I just get irritated by some ads.

PROS: I swear you can barely tell the difference between a paid editing tool and Pixlr. It equips me with all the basic tools that I need for my job. I love how simple and straightforward its interface is too. I can launch this on my browser and get to work right away.

CONS: It would be nice if Pixlr were to provide templates that users can use. This will be a time-saver on our part. Saving images and banners can be quite difficult on this platform too.

PROS: I love how this solution offers advanced editing tools. Its retouch feature is one of my favorite functions. The shadow effect is perfect for adding depth to videos too. Plus, you can easily work on more than one image simultaneously in this editing platform. I find this easy to use and very intuitive.

CONS: Its effects options are not as extensive as I would like it to be.

PROS: Pixlr offers a wide range of photo editing tools. Filters, special effects, brushes--you name it! I've been able to practice my creativity and editing skills thanks to this solution. The results have been really promising too.

CONS: It takes a while for the tools to load. It is ridden with ads too.

PROS: I can attest to the convenience and robustness of Pixlr. I used to work with this tool before I finally succumbed to the use of Photoshop. Even then, these two are quite comparable. This is pretty impressive considering that Pixlr is free and Photoshop is pricey.

CONS: I've gotten used to using keyboard shortcuts with Photoshop, and I'm disappointed to note that these don't work in Pixlr. I can't import Photoshop WIPs into it too. Despite these issues, I still think that Pixlr is awesome and I recommend it to anyone who doesn't have access to Photoshop.