Phone photographers who want proper manual control should start here: everything is free, with no ads, subscription or watermark.
Kenning's take
What it does
Snapseed is a free photo editor made by Google for phones and tablets. It offers more than 30 tools and filters, including film-style looks, one-tap masking that selects a subject or background, batch editing and RAW file support. All edits can be undone at any point, and there are no subscriptions, ads or watermarks.
- 30+ pro tools and filters
- one-tap smart masking of subjects or backgrounds
- film simulations with halation, bloom and grain
- batch editing of several photos
- built-in camera with live styles
- RAW and JPG editing, non-destructive
Who it suits. Phone photographers who want detailed editing control for free, without ads or subscriptions.
Key facts
- Category
- Photo editing & touch-ups
- Made by
- Google LLC
- Works on
- iPhone, Android
- In the UK
- Yes
- Free plan
- all features free: no subscriptions, purchases, ads or watermarks
Ratings
Reviews and write-ups
- Tom's Guide 2017-05-24
FAQ
Is Snapseed free?
Yes, there is a free option (all features free: no subscriptions, purchases, ads or watermarks). Pricing: Free, no in-app purchases listed on the UK App Store (checked 2026-10-10).
What devices does Snapseed work on?
Snapseed is available on: iPhone and iPad, Android.
Who makes Snapseed?
Snapseed is made by Google LLC.
Facts from the maker's own pages and the sources listed. Checked 2026-10-11.
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