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    DxO PhotoLab

    RAW development and advanced photo corrections, often used as a Lightroom alternative or complement.

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    DxO PhotoLab

    3.8/5
    DecentEditorial score
    Free planNo
    ModelPaid
    PriceOn request
    Verified2026-03-29
    How this score is calculated
    Quick decision

    DxO PhotoLab: when it makes sense.

    Quick summary (condensed)

    DxO PhotoLab Summary

    Category
    productivity tool.
    Price from
    Free.
    Best for
    professionals.
    Alternatives
    Adobe Lightroom, Capture One.
    ToolTrim verdict
    RAW development and advanced photo corrections, often used as a Lightroom alternative or complement.
    Pricing

    How much does DxO PhotoLab cost?

    DxO PhotoLab offers a free plan. Here's the full breakdown of available plans for 2026.

    Paid plan

    Licence à vérifier selon édition.

    Price verified on 2026-03-29
    Comparison

    Best alternatives to DxO PhotoLab.

    2 alternatives to DxO PhotoLab, compared by price, features, and fit for freelancers and small teams.

    ToolPrice/moFree planTT ScoreReplaceableVerdict
    DxO PhotoLabCurrent

    RAW development and advanced photo corrections, often used as a Lightroom alternative or complement.

    		Free
    3.8
    		n/a
    Adobe Lightroom

    The standard for RAW photo management and editing.

    		Free
    3.5
    		n/a
    Capture One

    The RAW editing software preferred by professional photographers.

    		24€
    3.5
    		n/a

    ToolTrim Score · Independent editorial analysis · Not a user rating

    Which profile should pick what

    ProfileRecommendation
    Solo / freelanceAdobe Lightroom is often enough
    TeamAdobe Lightroom can be justified
    1 free alternatives
    Audience

    Who is DxO PhotoLab for?

    Features

    What DxO PhotoLab covers.

    Photo editing
    Raw
    Catalogue photo
    Photo enhancement
    Photo
    Color grading
    Rating

    Our verdict on DxO PhotoLab.

    3.8/5

    Decent

    ToolTrim editorial score · Independent analysis

    Why this score

    DxO PhotoLab is fairly easy to replace with an alternative, no free tier to test before paying, use cases that still depend on your specific context.

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    Questions about DxO PhotoLab.

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    What is DxO PhotoLab used for?

    RAW development and advanced photo corrections, often used as a Lightroom alternative or complement.

    How much does DxO PhotoLab cost?

    DxO PhotoLab costs €0 (free). Price verified on 2026-03-29.

    Is DxO PhotoLab suitable for beginners?

    DxO PhotoLab suits most professionals. See the "Who is it for" section for details.

    Is DxO PhotoLab worth the price?

    It depends on your usage. See our verdict above.

    What are the best alternatives to DxO PhotoLab?

    The main alternatives to DxO PhotoLab are: Adobe Lightroom, Capture One. Free alternatives: Adobe Lightroom.

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