Picsart
Photo and video editor with AI tools, templates, background removal and collages in one app
by PicsArt, Inc. · listed Oct 23, 2026
Quick verdict
Worth installing if you want one app for photo touch-ups, background removal and social graphics, as long as you are fine with upgrade prompts or paying for the premium plan.
Best for Social media creators and small sellers who want quick edits, cutouts and templates on their phone
Reviewed by AppsPicks on Oct 23, 2026. How we review
Picsart review
Picsart is a mobile photo and video editor that also works as a light design studio. You can retouch photos, apply filters and effects, cut out backgrounds, erase unwanted objects, build collages and stories, and start from templates for social posts, logos, posters or business cards. On top of that sit generative AI tools for creating images and short videos from prompts, including a chat-style assistant called Aura. It suits casual creators, social media users and small sellers who need quick product shots or graphics without a desktop app.
Day to day, it is a lot of app. The core editing tools are easy to reach and background removal is quick, but the interface is busy, with AI features, templates and upsell prompts competing for attention. Once you know where your favourite tools live, simple edits go fast; exploring everything takes longer.
Why we picked it: It packs editing, cutouts, templates and AI generation into one widely used app on both iPhone and Android.
Watch out for: Many premium tools and AI features sit behind a paid plan, and the crowded layout can feel pushy.
What we like
- Background remover and object eraser handle quick cutouts and cleanups
- Large library of templates for social posts, logos and flyers
- Combines photo editing, video editing and collages in one place
- Generative AI tools for creating images and short videos from prompts
- Available on iOS and Android with frequent updates
What could be better
- Many advanced and AI features require a paid subscription
- Busy interface with frequent upgrade prompts
- Google Play rating is noticeably lower than the App Store's
Questions about Picsart
Is Picsart free?
The app is free to download and includes a basic set of editing tools. Premium features, extra content and many AI tools are unlocked through in-app purchases or a subscription.
Which platforms does it run on?
Picsart is available on iPhone and iPad through the App Store and on Android through Google Play. There is also a web version at picsart.com.
Can I use it offline?
Some basic edits may work without a connection, but AI generation, templates and cloud features need internet access.
What are some alternatives?
Canva is stronger for layout-heavy design, Snapseed is a free option focused on photo editing, and CapCut is popular for short video editing.
From the developer: how Picsart describes itself
Ignite your creative potential with Picsart — the all-in-one AI photo editor, AI video editor, and design studio that’s free and easy to use. From business designs to AI art, go from inspiration to creation fast. Create with an AI photo generator and AI video generator, edit with an AI image editor, remove backgrounds with Background Remover (BG remover), erase objects with Object Remover (Object Eraser), apply AI effects, filters, and retouch tools, and turn ideas into designs with templates, collages, story maker, and more. Create with new image-to-video tools, AI video avatars, AI try-on, AI avatars, Gen AI Studio, AI Playground, and Picsart Persona.
MEET PICSART AURA Chat your vision into visuals. Built on Picsart’s platform and trusted by 150M+ creators, Aura is your creative partner. From prompt to design in seconds, Aura creates, edits, and refines in one conversation. It suggests prompts, generates AI photos and AI videos, remembers chats, and lets you share sessions. Aura combines AI models to create and edit AI images and videos. Use Nano Banana™ for image generation and video models like Veo™ (Veo 3), Kling, Runway, and Luma. Availability may vary. Trademarks belong to their owners.
KICK-START PROJECTS WITH TEMPLATES • Use customizable templates made by professional editors. • Create logos with AI logo maker, social posts, stories, business cards, posters, and more.
TRANSFORM DESIGNS WITH BACKGROUND REMOVER • Remove background for clean cutouts and product shots. • Smart Background blends seamless backdrops — a fast background changer for ads and promos. • Remove background, refine edges, and create aesthetic styles for photo editor projects.
REMOVE OBJECTS WITH EASE • Object Remover / Object Eraser deletes unwanted objects. • Remove clutter and imperfections for a clean photo.
GET CREATIVE WITH AI • AI Image Generator / AI photo generator: turn text into AI art, images, and GIFs. • AI video generator: create videos from text, images, or ideas in seconds. • AI Enhance instantly boosts image quality for better photo retouch. • Apply stylized AI filters and AI effects to create stunning photo effects in your photo editor workflow. • AI Replace transforms images with face swaps, hair color changes, and selfie edits. • AI Retouch perfects portraits with advanced skin, face, and detail enhancements for flawless retouch results. • AI Expand extends images beyond the frame. • AI Try-On lets you experiment with outfits and styles instantly. • AI Writer creates captions, text, and marketing copy for your content needs. • Upload selfies to generate customized AI avatar in different styles. • Explore new ideas in AI Playground and create faster with Gen AI Studio.
EDIT VIDEOS LIKE A PRO • Use the easy video editor to create and edit clips with music. • Generate and edit videos with AI video tools, effects, text, and trendy filters. • Turn images into motion with image-to-video tools. • Create short-form edits that shine on any platform. • Add your best moments to a video collage.
ADD YOUR FLAVOR WITH THE STICKER MAKER • Discover 60M+ stickers. • Add stickers to pictures or business promos. • Create custom stickers.
TELL YOUR STORY IN TEXT • Add text with the Picsart Text Editor. • Discover hundreds of classic & trendy fonts. • Customize text styles.
CREATE COLLAGE MAGIC (COLLAGE MAKER) • Create fun photo collages with your favorite photos. • Try photo grid collage or freestyle collage for mood boards and frames.
DISCOVER ENDLESS INSPIRATION From solopreneurs to graphic design enthusiasts, AI art pioneers, and photo editors — share your ideas and get inspiration for your next project with Picsart Spaces.
UPGRADE YOUR DESIGN EXPERIENCE Picsart Plus: premium content, templates, and extra retouch features. Picsart Pro: more AI tools, extra team seats for small businesses, and more storage space.
Text from the app store listing, quoted for reference. Our own take is above.
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