Compare Adobe Photoshop Lightroom and Luminar Neo

At a Glance
Adobe Photoshop Lightroom
Adobe Photoshop Lightroom
Star Rating
(3,227)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (72.2% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Adobe Photoshop Lightroom
Luminar Neo
Luminar Neo
Star Rating
(111)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (84.3% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Luminar Neo
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • G2 reviewers report that Adobe Photoshop Lightroom excels in managing large image libraries, making it a favorite among professionals who need to edit and organize images efficiently. Users appreciate its ability to apply consistent edits across bulk images, which is crucial for projects like marketing materials and social media content.
  • Users say Luminar Neo stands out for its intuitive interface and accessibility, particularly when it comes to changing backgrounds. Reviewers find it relatable and user-friendly, which can be a significant advantage for those who prioritize ease of use in their photo editing workflow.
  • According to verified reviews, Adobe Photoshop Lightroom has a higher overall satisfaction score, reflecting its robust feature set and continuous improvements. Users highlight that the app enhances their editing experience with each update, reinforcing its position as a key tool in their photography workflows.
  • Reviewers mention that Luminar Neo impresses with its AI capabilities, particularly in how it processes images intelligently. Features like Relight AI and Enhance AI are noted for their effectiveness, which can be a game-changer for users looking to achieve high-quality edits quickly.
  • G2 reviewers indicate that while Luminar Neo has a slightly higher score for ease of setup, Adobe Photoshop Lightroom still offers a solid onboarding experience. Users appreciate the intuitive design of Lightroom, which helps them get started without significant hurdles, although some may find Luminar Neo's setup even more straightforward.
  • Users highlight that Adobe Photoshop Lightroom's support quality is commendable, with many finding it responsive and helpful. In contrast, while Luminar Neo also receives positive feedback for support, the volume of recent reviews suggests that Lightroom's established presence may provide a more reliable support experience for users.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Adobe Photoshop Lightroom
No pricing available
Luminar Neo
No pricing available
Free Trial
Adobe Photoshop Lightroom
No trial information available
Luminar Neo
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.1
2,737
8.8
93
Ease of Use
8.5
2,753
9.0
93
Ease of Setup
8.8
385
9.5
20
Ease of Admin
8.8
258
8.7
9
Quality of Support
8.5
2,232
8.9
82
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.0
242
9.1
9
Product Direction (% positive)
8.6
2,675
8.4
87
Features by Category
7.2
164
7.2
30
Generative AI
7.4
136
6.9
30
7.0
125
6.0
28
Agentic AI - Photo Editing
7.3
57
8.8
7
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Adobe Photoshop Lightroom
Adobe Photoshop Lightroom
Luminar Neo
Luminar Neo
Adobe Photoshop Lightroom and Luminar Neo are categorized as Photo Editing
Unique Categories
Adobe Photoshop Lightroom
Adobe Photoshop Lightroom has no unique categories
Luminar Neo
Luminar Neo has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Adobe Photoshop Lightroom
Adobe Photoshop Lightroom
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
72.2%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
17.9%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
9.9%
Luminar Neo
Luminar Neo
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
84.3%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
10.2%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
5.6%
Reviewers' Industry
Adobe Photoshop Lightroom
Adobe Photoshop Lightroom
Photography
19.3%
Marketing and Advertising
8.5%
Design
7.9%
Graphic Design
5.9%
Higher Education
3.2%
Other
55.1%
Luminar Neo
Luminar Neo
Photography
34.3%
Marketing and Advertising
8.3%
Design
7.4%
Information Technology and Services
6.5%
Media Production
3.7%
Other
39.8%
Alternatives
Adobe Photoshop Lightroom
Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Alternatives
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Canva
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GIMP
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Picsart
Picsart
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Pixlr
Pixlr
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Luminar Neo
Luminar Neo Alternatives
GIMP
GIMP
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Photoshop Elements
Photoshop Elements
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ACDSee
ACDSee
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Paintshop Pro
Paintshop Pro
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Discussions
Adobe Photoshop Lightroom
Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Discussions
Is Photoshop included in Lightroom?
7 Comments
How do you keep it organized?
5 Comments
Andrew D.
AD
Hi Brittany: If I'm understanding your question, assuming that you are not speaking about files that you edit in Photoshop that are originally in Lightroom....Read more
How can I correct overexposure in the simplest way.
3 Comments
Rachel C.
RC
With the exposure slider in the develop module Read more
Luminar Neo
Luminar Neo Discussions
When will you integrate Luminar with Affinity and other products?
1 Comment
David C.
DC
that is a great feedback Read more
Why do some PCs with lower end specs run Luminar 4 better than my fully loaded gaming PC?
1 Comment
David C.
DC
Interesting question. Following!Read more
Is it any way to improve performance on a high-end Windows machine?
1 Comment
Alessandro S.
AS
I agree. Luminar AI is an excellent product and it brings tremendous value especially if purchased with a discount (which is pretty easy). I think with the...Read more