PicMonkey (AI)
by PicMonkey (Shutterstock)
Online photo editor and design tool for quick image editing and social graphics
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Our verdict
PicMonkey (owned by Shutterstock) is an online photo editor with touch-up tools, design templates, and AI-powered background removal for quick image editing.
Overview
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Score breakdown
Overall score
Scores are editorial assessments by the Compare Best AI team on a 0–10 scale.
Expert review
CompareBestAI Team
Compare Best AI · Editorial Team
PicMonkey combines photo editing (crop, resize, filters, touch-up) with graphic design (templates, text, graphics). Acquired by Shutterstock, it includes some Shutterstock stock images.
How we tested
Days tested
5 days
Tasks evaluated
- ·Photo editing
- ·Template design
- ·Touch-up tools
Method
Compared against Canva
Reviewer
CompareBestAI Team
Plans & pricing
Basic
Photo editing
- Photo editor
- Templates
- Background remover
- Stock photos
Pro
Designers
- Brand kit
- Priority support
- Premium templates
- Shutterstock images
Pricing may vary by region. Always verify on the vendor's website.
Feature comparison
| Feature | PicMonkey (AI) | Canva | Adobe Express |
|---|---|---|---|
| Photo touch-up tools |
Is it right for you?
Good fit for
Photo editing
Better touch-up tools than Canva
Less suited for
Graphic design
Canva is more versatile for design
Free needs
No free plan — Canva's free plan is better
User reviews
Editorial score
Distribution is estimated from our editorial score. Verified user reviews coming soon.
Use cases
Typical ways teams rely on this tool — from everyday tasks to specialized workflows.
- Photo editing
- Social media graphics
- Photo touch-up
Integrations
Reported connectors
Apps and services commonly connected out of the box or via official connectors.
- Shutterstock
- Google Drive
- Dropbox
Privacy & compliance
Security & data practices
Highlights we track from the vendor's documentation. Always confirm current terms, subprocessors, and regional policies on their official site.
- GDPR-ready
Details
Category
Price
- $7.99/mo
Free version
Best for
- Photo editing & retouching
- Marketing graphics
- Brand kits and templates
Frequently asked questions
PicMonkey (AI)
Content & Design
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