# PixelLab vs RemoveBG

The clearest difference is rating: RemoveBG at 5.0 against PixelLab's 4.3. PixelLab's advantage is update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 9 months) and ratings volume (266 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PixelLab sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and RemoveBG sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

RemoveBG holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PixelLab has 266 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

PixelLab ships an update every 6 weeks, RemoveBG every 9 months. Both last shipped on October 27, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | PixelLab | RemoveBG |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (266 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pixellab-ai-background-eraser/id6444919134/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/removebg-remove-background/id6636465658/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **266** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 47.6% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 weeks** | Every 9 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 105 MB | 44 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | **13.4** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Sohel Ibna Saad](https://appshunter.io/developer/1374788998) | [Muhammed Emir Kucukosman](https://appshunter.io/developer/1752214607) |

## What reviewers say

### PixelLab

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pixellab-ai-background-eraser/id6444919134)

Effortlessly remove image backgrounds with AI-powered tools. Customize your photos by adding colors, text, emojis, filters, and borders. Save your creations in high-quality PNG or JPEG formats and share them instantly.

**Highlights:** AI background removal, Manual background editing, Add text and emojis, Apply photo filters, Customizable borders, Change background color, High-quality export

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Background Eraser VIP | $2.99 | per month |
| Background Eraser VIP | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Background Eraser VIP | $9.99 | per year |
| Background Eraser VIP | $19.99 | per year |
| Remove Ads | $3.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Access | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 User-friendly interface
- ✨ Good for background removal
- 🤩 Magical all-in-one app
- 🆓 Free to use
- 🎨 Many templates available

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Everything costs money
- ❌ Does not erase background correctly
- 💰 Unexpected charges
- 👎 App crashes/exits
- 🤷‍♂️ Useless app without content

**Reported bugs**

- Erased the whole photo
- Erased part of the leg
- App exits the program
- Auto background removal erases product
- Not fully restoring previous purchase

**Requested features**

- Add video option
- More free categories (insta story, profile, poster, youtube)
- Restore previous purchases fully
- Fix bug with auto-checked background removal
- Downgrade to previous version


### RemoveBG

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/removebg-remove-background/id6636465658)

Effortlessly remove backgrounds from photos using AI. Replace them with solid colors or custom images, and fine-tune your edits for professional results. Export in high resolution for sharing or printing.

**Highlights:** AI Background Removal, Color Fill Tool, Custom Photo Backgrounds, Move & Reposition, High Resolution Export

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro (1 Week) | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro (1 Month) | $2.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PixelLab free?

PixelLab is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is RemoveBG free?

RemoveBG is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, PixelLab or RemoveBG?

RemoveBG is rated higher. PixelLab averages 4.3 out of 5 from 266 ratings, while RemoveBG averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do PixelLab or RemoveBG have ads?

Both PixelLab and RemoveBG show ads.

### Which is updated more often, PixelLab or RemoveBG?

PixelLab ships an update every 6 weeks, and RemoveBG every 9 months. Most recently, PixelLab was updated on October 27, 2026 and RemoveBG on October 27, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*