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# Compare Adobe Photoshop vs Adobe Lightroom

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> Detailed comparison between Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Lightroom. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | Adobe Photoshop | Adobe Lightroom |
| **Overall rating** | 4.8/5 | 4.8/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 2434 | 326 |
| **Starting Price** | US$22.99 | US$9.99 |
| **Free Trial** | Yes | Yes |
| **Free Version** | No | No |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, 24/7 (Live rep), Chat | Email/Help Desk, Knowledge Base |
| **Training** | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos | Documentation |

## Key features

### Adobe Photoshop

- 3D Digital Asset Management
- CAD Tools
- Collaboration Tools
- Content Import/Export
- Content Sharing
- Custom Brushes
- Custom Fonts
- Data Storage Management
- Design Management
- Design Templates
- Drag & Drop
- File Management
- Generative AI
- Image Editing
- Image Library
- Interactive Content
- Mobile App
- Pattern, Colour & Art Storage
- Pre-built Templates
- Real Time Editing

### Adobe Lightroom

- Collaboration Tools
- Content Import/Export
- Content Sharing
- File Management
- Image Editing
- Real Time Editing

## Links

- [View Adobe Photoshop Profile](https://www.capterra.co.nz/software/1012156/adobe-photoshop)
- [View Adobe Lightroom Profile](https://www.capterra.co.nz/software/1016102/adobe-photoshop-lightroom)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.co.nz/compare/1012156/1016102/adobe-photoshop/vs/adobe-photoshop-lightroom)

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