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Users consistently praise the ease of use and powerful editing features of Photoshop Elements, making it ideal for both beginners and casual users. The guided edits and automated tools simplify complex tasks, allowing for quick and effective photo enhancements. However, some users note that it lacks certain advanced features found in the full version of Photoshop, which may limit professional use.

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Tod R.
TR
IT Asset Manager
Media Production
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Familiar Yet Flexible for Modern Content Creation"
What do you like best about Photoshop Elements?

I like that Photoshop Elements feels very familiar because it's based on Photoshop. It also offers a lot of flexibility for the social age, which is great. It's easy to create things because I know what I'm doing from the get-go. I also enjoy playing around with the different tools they have added in Elements. The initial setup was very easy, just took creating my account. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Photoshop Elements?

Nothing so far. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Piku S.
PS
Associate Consultant
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Amazing application within very useful features and updates"
What do you like best about Photoshop Elements?

What I like best about Photoshop Elements is how it combines powerful tools with an easy-to-use layout, so I can jump into editing without feeling overwhelmed.

The AI features are a game-changer for me. The Remove Tool lets me brush away unwanted objects in seconds, and it fills in the background so naturally that you’d never know anything was there. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Photoshop Elements?

What I dislike about Photoshop Elements is that, while it’s great for quick and creative edits, it can feel limiting if I want to push my work further. It doesn’t support things like CMYK or Lab colour modes, 16-bit editing, or some of the more advanced layer and masking options I’d get in full Photoshop. That means for projects needing professional-grade colour accuracy or more complex workflows, I have to look elsewhere. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

JJ
Director of Workforce
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"User Friendly"
What do you like best about Photoshop Elements?

PS elements has all the things you love about the desktop app useable in a mobile friendly way. I use this to do small, natrual looking corrections without making the photo look "Photoshopped". They are the standard for photo editing! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Photoshop Elements?

I use the mobile app, and it is a bit difficult to use for larger projects that require multiple layers. I wouldn't recommend it for that, but small edits to make a social media posts look great is definitely it's strong suit. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Neha B.
NB
Graphic Designer
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Great for Everyday Editing"
What do you like best about Photoshop Elements?

Photoshop Elements is a good option for beginners who want to edit their photos and make them look more premium. With this software, it becomes easier for them to do that. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Photoshop Elements?

Sometimes it can’t handle advanced editing the way Photoshop can. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Cardi G.
CG
Salesperson
Retail
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Effortless Editing with All the Essentials"
What do you like best about Photoshop Elements?

This tool is straightforward to use and includes all the essential features needed for editing. We rely on it nearly every day. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Photoshop Elements?

I miss the old payment plan, where you could make a one-time purchase instead of having to pay every month. I wish they would bring that option back. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

AH
Manager
Automotive
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Easy for Simple Tasks, But Room for More"
What do you like best about Photoshop Elements?

I really like how easy it is to use for simple tasks such as removing the background for a product. It works great to prep photos for your website as well. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Photoshop Elements?

While I do like how easy it is to use, there are some features I wish it had as well that photoshop has, like content aware fill. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

SP
Manager
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Easy-to-Use Photo Editor with Great Features and Support"
What do you like best about Photoshop Elements?

PS Elements offers a lot of features and it's so easy to use. We use it regularly to edit pictures and customer support is also amazing. It was easy to integrate and implement to our work flow and we use it all the time. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Photoshop Elements?

No issues faced yet, will update if we face any challenges Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Goutam  B.
GB
digital marketing
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Balance of Simplicity and Power with Photoshop Elements"
What do you like best about Photoshop Elements?

I feel good using Photoshop Elements for tasks like resizing, cropping, and background removal. I find it perfectly balanced with simplicity and power, which works well for me. I also like the guide edit, auto creation, and effects as they save my time and provide good quality editing. The setup was quick and easy, almost immediate. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Photoshop Elements?

I think there is more area that can improve, like adding layer and customization tasks. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Jose P.
JP
rendering architect
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Polishing Renders and Photos the Creative Way"
What do you like best about Photoshop Elements?

I like how intuitive it is and how it simplifies many of the tools I normally use in Photoshop. It makes editing faster, especially for basic adjustments and quick photomontages. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Photoshop Elements?

ometimes even simple edits take more time than expected. For projects like photomontages or render touch-ups, I often have to invest extra effort to get the results I want. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

DP
Marketing Consultant
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Consistent Usability and Features, but Dislike the 3-Year License Deadline"
What do you like best about Photoshop Elements?

Every generation adds new features and capabilities. However using the tool has remained largely the same. Easy to access and use. You don't have to know every feature to create something useful. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Photoshop Elements?

The 3 year license. While I probably upgrade every 3 years or so, I don't like having the deadline hanging over me. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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Last activity over 1 year ago

Is Photoshop Elements 2020 worth the upgrade?

Goutam K.
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Goutam Kundu
Last activity almost 4 years ago

Which best editor software?

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Time to Implement

2 months

Return on Investment

8 months

Average Discount

7%

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