remove.bg
The website shuts down on Dec 1, 2026, as its tech moves to Canva. It remains fast with a Korean interface, but free downloads are low-res. Wispy hair or low contrast can leave messy edges.
Image generation & editing · 4 tools compared
4 AI Background Removers Compared (Including No-Login Options)
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Quick one-off edit
Cleanup.pictures ◐Free plan
Just paint over objects with no sign-up required. Best for removing unwanted elements rather than full backgrounds.
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Portraits and ID photos
Pixlr ◐Free plan
Instant results right in your browser with a Korean interface. Note that remove.bg shuts down in Dec 2026, so avoid it as a new long-term tool.
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Product photos for sales
Photoroom ⏱Free trial
Goes beyond background removal by adding new backdrops and realistic shadows to build ready-to-use e-commerce product pages.
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All-in-one editing
Pixlr ◐Free plan
Crop, retouch, and add text seamlessly in your browser without installing software.
Comparison table
| Item | remove.bg | Cleanup.pictures | Photoroom | Pixlr |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | Free plan | ◐Free plan | ⏱Free trial | ◐Free plan |
| Free limits | Unlimited preview quality for free, credits required for high-resolution downloads | Free gives low-resolution outputs under 720p | Free trial only. No permanent free plan. | Free basic editing, with ads and limited AI credits |
| Korean | ○KoreanKorean UI supported. Very simple to use, so language is not a barrier. | △PartialThe UI is mostly in English, but there are only a few buttons so it is easy to use. | ○KoreanKorean UI supported | ○KoreanKorean UI supported |
| Login | Optional | Not needed | Optional | Optional |
| Platforms | Web · Windows · macOS · Browser extension · API | Web | Web · iOS · Android · API | Web · iOS · Android · Windows · macOS |
| Removal Target | Entire background | Specific objects in photo | Entire background + new backdrop compositing | Backgrounds and objects (in-editor tool) |
| Free Export Quality | Low-resolution preview | Up to 720px | No permanent free tier, trial only | Format and size limits apply |
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Tool by tool
Cleanup.pictures
Cleanup removes unwanted objects inside photos, like passersby or watermarks, without sign-up. It is fastest for quick fixes. Free exports cap at 720px, and large edits can look smudged.
Photoroom
Photoroom shines after removal: add studio backdrops, realistic shadows, and batch-process photos. It is built for online sellers. The free plan has limits, making paid plans better for commercial use.
Pixlr
Pixlr is a full-featured web editor supporting Korean. Remove backgrounds, crop, adjust colors, and add text in one place. The free tier shows ads and caps AI uses and export formats.
How to choose
First, decide what to remove: full backgrounds (remove.bg, Photoroom) or specific objects (Cleanup). Next, consider next steps—do you just need a transparent PNG or a finished image with a new background? Finally, check resolution, as usable high-res exports usually require paid plans. Note that all options listed are global services, so review their privacy policies before uploading faces.
Recommendation by situation
| Situation | Pick | Why |
|---|---|---|
| ⚡ Quick one-off edit | Cleanup.pictures | Just paint over objects with no sign-up required. Best for removing unwanted elements rather than full backgrounds. |
| 🌱 Portraits and ID photos | Pixlr | Instant results right in your browser with a Korean interface. Note that remove.bg shuts down in Dec 2026, so avoid it as a new long-term tool. |
| 💼 Product photos for sales | Photoroom | Goes beyond background removal by adding new backdrops and realistic shadows to build ready-to-use e-commerce product pages. |
| 👥 All-in-one editing | Pixlr | Crop, retouch, and add text seamlessly in your browser without installing software. |
Not a ranking. Different situations, different answers.
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