# AI Photo Culling — PhotoPicker — Mobile Culling for Lightroom > AI-powered mobile photo culling and organization for photographers. (iPhone/iPad app by Roman Gishtimulat.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ai-photo-culling-photopicker/id661470243 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Roman Gishtimulat](https://appshunter.io/developer/650580497) - Category: Photo & Video, Utilities - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 4.50/5 from 68 App Store ratings · 49 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 15 · 76 MB - Languages: Russian, Hindi, Vietnamese, American English, Dutch, Indonesian, European Spanish, Italian, Korean, Malay and 13 more - Released: 2013-06-20 - Data updated: 2026-08-23 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ai-photo-culling-photopicker/id661470243/reviews.md ## What is AI Photo Culling? PhotoPicker is a powerful iOS app built for photographers who travel light — without a laptop. It helps you quickly pick your best shots right after the shoot — on the go, with no need to import files or connect to the internet. Built-in AI analyzes your photos for sharpness, closed eyes, duplicates, facial expressions, and movement to help you select the best images in seconds. Access photos directly from memory cards, external SSDs, or folders — sort them on your iPhone or iPad, and once you’re home, simply transfer the results into Lightroom, Capture One, or any other editor that supports XMP. Also works with the standard iOS photo library — including automatic AI photo analysis. Key Features of PhotoPicker: 1. AI & Manual Culling • Smart AI detects blur, closed eyes, duplicates, facial expressions, and motion to find the best shots in a series. • Prefer manual culling? Swipe up to keep, down to reject. • Apply flags, star ratings (1–5), and color labels — all saved to XMP automatically. 2. No Import Needed • Cull photos directly from memory cards, external drives, or any folder in the Files app. • XMP files are saved alongside your images — ready for import into your favorite editor. 3. Lightroom Classic Integration • Open and cull Lightroom Classic catalogs right in the app. • Flags, ratings, and color labels are synced back to the catalog. 4. Custom Catalogs • Create your own catalogs with JPEG and RAW files. • RAWs are not duplicated — the app works with file references. • Use flexible export options: copy XMPs, remove rejected files, and more. 5. Fast Compare & Review • Tap to quickly flip between photos, even in zoomed-in view. • Check focus and expressions in detail without leaving review mode. Why Photographers Choose PhotoPicker: Designed by photographers, for photographers, PhotoPicker gives you maximum freedom to sort, flag, and rate — no extra steps, no clutter. With fast AI-based culling, full XMP support, and seamless access to memory cards and external drives, it’s the perfect solution for travel shoots, expeditions, and everyday workflows. Join thousands of professional photographers already using PhotoPicker — try it now! Subscription • The subscription gives you unlimited access to work with catalogs, regardless of the number of photos they contain • Subscriptions are billed monthly or annually at the rate selected depending on the subscription plan. Alternatively a one-time payment plan is available (this is not a subscription). • Subscriptions auto-renew at the cost of the chosen package, unless cancelled 24-hours in advance prior to the end of the current period. The subscription fee is charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. You may manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal by going to your Account Settings after purchase. Per Apple policy, no cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period. Once purchased, refunds will not be provided for any unused portion of the term. • Terms of use: https://photopicker.gitbook.io/tos • Privacy policy: https://photopicker.gitbook.io/privacy Lightroom, XMP are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems, Inc. ## Key features - AI-powered photo analysis - Manual culling options - Direct access to memory cards and external drives - XMP file support for editors - Lightroom Classic catalog integration - Fast compare and review mode ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **Subscriptions** | Subscription | Price | Period | | --- | --- | --- | | Pro Version (1 Week) | $4.99 | per 7 days | | Pro Version (1 Month) | $9.99 | per month | | Pro Version (1 Year) | $29.99 | per year | | Pro Version (1 Week) | $3.99 | per 7 days | | Pro Version (1 Year) | $29.99 | per year | | Pro Version (1 Year) | $29.99 | per year | | Pro Version (1 Week) | $5.99 | per 7 days | | Pro Version (1 Week) | $3.49 | per 7 days | **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | Pro Version (One-Time) | $79.99 | one-time | ## Recent user reviews (10 of 49) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ai-photo-culling-photopicker/id661470243/reviews.md ### 2/5 — Full of bugs. Unusable. *2026-07-31, version 3.9.2* App has potential, but full of bugs on iOS 26 iPad. Can’t save to external drives. Preview just show up as black. ### 5/5 — Огонь! *2026-07-29* Замечательно приложение. Постоянно использую в работе на iPad. P.S. Отдельная благодарность разработчикам. Написал насчет найденной мелкой ошибки. Моментально отреагировали и исправили в следующем обновлении. Такая взаимосвязь и скорость дорогого стоит! Вы огромные молодцы! **Developer response:** Спасибо огромное! И за теплые слова, и за то, что помогаете делать PhotoPicker лучше. Такие отзывы и обратная связь действительно очень мотивируют! ### 5/5 — Makes Photo Culling Less Painful! *2026-07-22, version 3.9.1* This app has changed the game for me! It makes culling so much easier and faster. I love the large images. The fact that it works with Lightroom is amazing! Now if you could just add video support or make a sister app for video that would be amazing! ### 2/5 — В последнее месяц невозможно работать в приложении *2026-05-30* Последний месяц не загружает каталоги, если все таки удается загрузить с горем пополам, то не открывает не читает. Делаю все как раньше. Работало без проблем, теперь бесконечные танцы с бубном. **Developer response:** Пожалуйста, напишите нам через меню приложения → «Задать вопрос» — мы очень быстро поможем разобраться и решить проблему 🙌 ### 5/5 — I love tools built by the people who use them *2026-05-05, version 3.9.0* Fantastic and intuitive. Canceled my weekly subscription immediately so that I could buy the full license. ### 2/5 — Dark Pattern Trial *2026-05-03, version 3.8.0* Incredibly shady trial auto charges an insane price. If you forget about it for a year, it would cost over $200. ### 4/5 — Ai Culling *2026-04-11, version 3.6.0* the ai culling does not work on wildlife and landscape photography need more training ### 3/5 — Ну такое *2026-02-08* Читаю отзывы и есть ощущения накрутки, работает крайне медленно, и интерфейс вообще интуитивно непонятный. После обработки **Developer response:** Спасибо за отзыв — понимаем, что такой опыт может разочаровать. Скорость работы и удобство интерфейса — для нас сейчас приоритет №1. Мы постоянно оптимизируем производительность, особенно при работе с большими объёмами фото, и уже выпустили несколько обновлений с ускорением обработки. Если приложение работает медленно — это может зависеть от типа файлов (например, RAW), носителя (SD-карта, SSD) или количества фото в папке. По поводу интерфейса — спасибо, что отметили. Мы активно его упрощаем и будем рады понять, что именно показалось неочевидным. Будет очень полезно, если вы напишете нам через меню приложения (или на почту поддержки) чуть подробнее: – на каком устройстве вы используете приложение – с какими файлами работаете – на каком этапе возникает замедление Так мы сможем быстрее разобраться и улучшить приложение. Спасибо, что попробовали PhotoPicker ### 5/5 — Best App for Photo Culling *2026-01-14, version 3.5.3* Awesome, flexible photo culling tool that works great on it’s own, but is one of the only tools available to seamlessly sort large photo volumes while traveling to then import into Lightroom. Also, the developer is super responsive for extra bonus points. Absolutely worth the money. ### 1/5 — Kommt mit großen Fotosammlungen nicht zurecht *2025-12-22* Habe mir die App installiert und um sie nutzen zu können, muss man ein Jahres-Abo abschließen. Die Kategorisierung ist langsam, ungenau und stürzt permanent ab. Es spielt keine Rolle ob iPhone oder iPad mit M-CPU. Nach 8000 Fotos ist Feierabend. Eine Sammlung mit über 17000 Fotos ist nicht kategorisierter. Verwendete Farben, Bewertungen usw. werden erzeugt, aber es gibt keinen Einfluss hier einzugreifen. Am Ende hat man unbezeichnete Alben als farbliche Punkte in der Fotos-App. **Developer response:** Vielen Dank für Ihr ausführliches Feedback — und es tut uns leid, dass Sie solche Probleme hatten. Die Arbeit mit großen Fotosammlungen (10.000+ Bilder) ist für uns ein zentrales Szenario, und wir haben in den letzten Updates bereits mehrere Verbesserungen bei Performance und Stabilität umgesetzt. Abstürze und sehr langsame Kategorisierung sollten so nicht auftreten — hier würden wir das gerne genauer untersuchen. Ein paar Punkte zur Einordnung: – Die Geschwindigkeit kann stark vom Speicherort abhängen (z. B. interne Mediathek vs. externe SSD/SD-Karte) – Sehr große Sammlungen werden schrittweise verarbeitet, um das System nicht zu überlasten – Anpassungsmöglichkeiten für Ergebnisse (Flags, Bewertungen, Farben) sind vorhanden und werden aktuell weiter ausgebaut, um mehr Kontrolle zu geben Dass Ihre Sammlung mit 17.000 Fotos nicht verarbeitet wurde, klingt definitiv nicht korrekt — wir würden uns freuen, wenn Sie uns über die App kontaktieren und ggf. Diagnose-Logs senden. So können wir das Problem gezielt analysieren. Vielen Dank nochmals für Ihr Feedback — genau solche Rückmeldungen helfen uns, PhotoPicker weiter zu verbessern 🙏 ## Frequently asked questions about AI Photo Culling ### How does PhotoPicker use AI to help cull photos? PhotoPicker's AI analyzes photos for sharpness, closed eyes, duplicates, facial expressions, and movement. This helps you quickly identify the best shots in a series, saving you time during the culling process. ### Can I use PhotoPicker without an internet connection? Yes, PhotoPicker is designed to work offline. You can cull photos directly from memory cards, external SSDs, or folders without needing to import files or connect to the internet. ### How does PhotoPicker integrate with Lightroom? PhotoPicker offers seamless integration with Lightroom Classic, allowing you to open and cull catalogs directly within the app. Flags, star ratings, and color labels are synced back to your Lightroom catalog via XMP files. ### What file types does PhotoPicker support? PhotoPicker supports culling of JPEG and RAW files. For RAW files, the app works with file references, meaning the original RAWs are not duplicated on your device. ### What are the subscription options for PhotoPicker? PhotoPicker offers monthly and annual subscription plans, as well as a one-time payment option. Subscriptions provide unlimited access to work with catalogs of any size. You can manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal in your Account Settings. ### Is PhotoPicker suitable for all ages? PhotoPicker has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. The app focuses on professional photography workflows. ### How often is PhotoPicker updated? The latest version of PhotoPicker is 3.6.0, and it was last updated on March 26, 2026. This indicates a commitment to ongoing development and improvements. ### What devices can I use PhotoPicker on? PhotoPicker is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, allowing for flexible use across Apple's mobile ecosystem. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 3.10.0 — 2026-08-12 - Added a close-up face viewing mode in full-screen view. ### 3.9.4 — 2026-08-11 - Ein Problem wurde behoben, durch das einige Fotominiaturen möglicherweise nicht geladen wurden. - Die allgemeine Stabilität der App wurde verbessert. ### 3.9.3 — 2026-08-01 - Added keyboard shortcuts for a more convenient Compare mode experience when using a hardware keyboard. - Improved AI culling settings and enhanced app stability. ### 3.9.2 — 2026-07-24 - Added the ability to save metadata (flags, ratings, and color labels) directly into JPEG, HEIC, and HEIF files - Fixed UI issues and improved app stability ### 3.9.1 — 2026-07-13 - Completely redesigned swipe gestures for flags and ratings — now more accurate, with no accidental triggers while reviewing photos. - Bug fixes and improved app stability. - Performance optimised for a faster, smoother PhotoPicker experience. ## Apps similar to AI Photo Culling | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [AfterShot - AI photo editor](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aftershot-ai-photo-editor/id6475352734) | 4.2 (22) | Free | Photo & Video | | [Nitro Photo](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nitro-photo/id1591292532) | 4.8 (58) | Free | Photo & Video | | [Photoscope: Best Photo Picker](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photoscope-best-photo-picker/id6474432385) | 4.7 (135) | Free | Photo & Video | | [ON1 Photo RAW for Mobile](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/on1-photo-raw-for-mobile/id1476445141) | 4.6 (1,386) | Free | Photo & Video | | [Photo Ranker](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-ranker/id6448086944) | 5.0 (2) | Free | Photo & Video | | [Picker AI - Best Photo Picker](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/picker-ai-best-photo-picker/id6448671716) | 4.5 (237) | Free | Photo & Video | ## More apps by Roman Gishtimulat - [AI Culling — PhotoPicker Pro](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ai-culling-photopicker-pro/id650580494) All apps by Roman Gishtimulat: https://appshunter.io/developer/650580497 ## Related topics [narrative select](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/narrative-select) · [photo review](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/photo-review) · [picker ai](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/picker-ai) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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