Updated March 2026 · Independent Analysis
ProcreatevsPixlr
Pixlr starts at $1.99/mo, 85% cheaper than Procreate's $12.99/mo. Procreate is rated higher at 4.6/5 vs Pixlr's 4.3/5.
Procreatevs Pixlr
★ 4.6/5+0.3 vs Pixlr
Only in Procreate
- ✦ Digital Painting
- ✦ Brushes (400+)
- ✦ Layer Support
From $12.99/mo(pricier)40M+ downloads users · est. 2011
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Pixlrvs Procreate
★ 4.3/5-0.3 vs Procreate
Only in Pixlr
- ✦ Photo Editor
- ✦ AI Image Generator
- ✦ Background Remover
✓ Free planFrom $1.99/mo(cheaper)500M+ users · est. 2008
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Procreate
4.6/5 avg
G2 Score4.6/5
Capterra Score4.8/5
G2 Rating4.6/5
Pixlr
4.3/5 avg
G2 Score4.3/5
Capterra Score4.5/5
G2 Rating4.3/5
Quick Stats
Feature Comparison
Procreate uniquely offers Digital Painting, Brushes (400+), Layer Support. Pixlr uniquely offers Photo Editor, AI Image Generator, Background Remover. Both share 2 features including Animation, PSD Support.
Feature
Procreate
Pixlr
Animation
✓
✓
PSD Support
✓
✓
Digital Painting
✓
✗
Brushes (400+)
✓
✗
Layer Support
✓
✗
3D Painting
✓
✗
Color Management
✓
✗
Canvas Size Up to 16K
✓
✗
Apple Pencil Support
✓
✗
Time-lapse Recording
✓
✗
Text & Typography
✓
✗
Clipping Masks
✓
✗
Blend Modes
✓
✗
Reference Companion
✓
✗
Perspective Guides
✓
✗
Symmetry Tools
✓
✗
Custom Brushes
✓
✗
Gesture Controls
✓
✗
Photo Editor
✗
✓
AI Image Generator
✗
✓
Background Remover
✗
✓
Batch Editor
✗
✓
Graphic Templates
✗
✓
Collage Maker
✗
✓
Color Correction
✗
✓
Filters & Effects
✗
✓
Layer Editing
✗
✓
Web-based
✗
✓
No Install
✗
✓
Stock Photos
✗
✓
Design Templates
✗
✓
Total Features
18
15
Quick Verdict
Independent analysis based on features, pricing, and user ratings
Choose Procreate if you need:
- ✓ Digital Painting
- ✓ Brushes (400+)
- ✓ Layer Support
- ✓ 3D Painting
- ✓ Color Management
Choose Pixlr if you need:
- ✓ Photo Editor
- ✓ AI Image Generator
- ✓ Background Remover
- ✓ Batch Editor
- ✓ Graphic Templates
Pricing Comparison
Pixlr starts at $1.99/mo, 85% cheaper than Procreate's $12.99/mo.
Procreate Plans
Paid plans only
Procreate (iPad)Best Value
$12.99/one-time- • No subscription
- • All features
Procreate Dreams
$19.99/one-time- • 2D animation app
Pixlr Plans
Free tier available
Free
Free- • Basic editing
- • AI tools (limited)
PlusBest Value
$1.99/mo- • Priority AI generation
- • More templates
Premium
$7.99/mo- • Unlimited AI
- • All assets
Team
$12.99/user/mo- • Team features
- • Brand kit
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