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EditThisPic vs Pixlr: Describe Edits or Use Traditional Tools?

Type what you want vs navigate menus and apply filters manually. Two approaches to online photo editing.

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The Verdict

EditThisPic wins for speed and simplicity when you have specific edits in mind - describe what you want instead of learning tools. Pixlr wins for creative projects requiring filters, templates, collages, or direct manual control. For everyday photo fixes, EditThisPic gets you there faster. For design work and visual exploration, Pixlr offers more creative options.

Feature EditThisPic Pixlr
Editing Approach AI-powered text prompts Traditional manual tools
Learning Curve None - just describe what you want Moderate - familiar tool-based interface
Object Removal Describe what to remove Manual heal/clone tools
Background Removal Type 'remove background' AI Remove BG tool (separate step)
Speed for Specific Edits 15-30 seconds 2-5 minutes (select tool, adjust)
Filters & Effects Describe the style you want 100+ preset filters
Design Templates Not available Thousands of templates
Collage Maker Not available Built-in collage tool
Price Free tier + pay-as-you-go Free tier + $4.90/month Premium
No Account Required Yes - fully functional Limited without account
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Frequently Asked Questions

Both can remove backgrounds, but EditThisPic integrates it into natural language. Type 'remove background' or 'replace background with white' and it handles everything. Pixlr requires using a separate Remove BG tool. For pure background removal, EditThisPic is slightly faster.
No. EditThisPic focuses on AI-powered photo editing through text prompts. It doesn't have filters to browse, design templates, collage makers, or traditional tools like brushes and shapes. Pixlr is a full-featured editor; EditThisPic is specialized for quick AI edits.
EditThisPic has no learning curve - if you can describe what you want, you can use it. Pixlr is more intuitive than Photoshop but still requires understanding tools and menus. For someone who just wants to fix a photo quickly, EditThisPic is easier.
Both have free tiers. Pixlr's free version has ads and limited features. EditThisPic's free tier uses ad-funded edits. For unlimited use, Pixlr Premium is $4.90/month; EditThisPic offers pay-as-you-go credits.
Yes, they complement each other well. Use EditThisPic for quick AI edits like removing objects, people, or backgrounds. Use Pixlr for adding filters, creating designs, or making collages with your edited photos.
For AI-powered edits like object removal and background replacement, EditThisPic often produces cleaner results since it's built around AI generation. For manual adjustments and filters, Pixlr gives you more control over the exact output.

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