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The best PortraitPro 27 (Studio / Studio Max) alternatives in 2026
29 plugins you can use instead of PortraitPro 27 (Studio / Studio Max), scored on the same public rubric. PortraitPro 27 (Studio / Studio Max): Portrait editing software that detects faces and adjusts skin, face shape, eyes, mouth, hair and makeup; the Studio editions also work from Photoshop and Lightroom.
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Why photographers look for PortraitPro 27 (Studio / Studio Max) alternatives
- Photoshop and Lightroom integration is only in Studio and Studio Max, not the Standard edition.
- Main work happens in PortraitPro's own interface rather than as layers inside Photoshop.
- System requirements and minimum Photoshop version are not listed on the editions page.
PortraitPro 27 (Studio / Studio Max) alternatives, ranked
RetouchLab Skin Pro
RetouchLab Skin Pro is a Photoshop plugin that turns one brush stroke over the skin into frequency separation plus dodge and burn on editable layers.
Retouch4me Retouch Plugins (suite and subscription)
A family of single-task AI retouching plugins (healing, dodge and burn, skin tone, eyes, teeth and more) sold one by one as perpetual licenses or together through yearly credit-based plans.
Retouch4me Apex
A cloud-based all-in-one app that combines the Retouch4me skin, eye, teeth, hair and clothing tools with adjustable strength and a real-time preview.
FSX Plugin
A UXP Photoshop plugin for building and working on frequency separation layers, with a setup tab, live preview and a control workspace.
Beauty Retouch Panel 6.0
A Photoshop panel of scripts and brushes for frequency separation, dodge and burn, skin tone, eyes and makeup, aimed at beauty and portrait retouchers.
Retouch4me Dodge & Burn
Applies automatic dodge and burn to even out skin texture, nasolabial folds, eye bags and uneven light and shadow on skin.
Ultimate Retouch Panel 3.9.15
A Photoshop panel with over 200 actions-based functions for frequency separation, dodge and burn, local fixes, sharpening and colour styles.
Retouch4me Frequency Separation (free)
A free plugin that splits a photo into 2 or 3 frequency layers (fine texture, medium spots, low-frequency tone) for manual skin retouching.
PortraitPro 27 (Studio / Studio Max) compared
| PortraitPro 27 (Studio / Studio Max) | RetouchLab Skin Pro | Retouch4me Retouch Plugins (suite and subscription) | Retouch4me Apex | FSX Plugin | Beauty Retouch Panel 6.0 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our score | 38/100 | 80/100 | 70/100 | 65/100 | 61/100 | 58/100 |
| Price to start | EUR 114.95 (Studio, the cheapest edition with Photoshop and Lightroom integration) | EUR 9.99/month | $169 per year (Start plan, billed yearly) | $169 per year (Retouch4me Start plan, billed yearly, includes Apex) | $39 one-time | $89 first year, then $39.99/year (Solo) |
| Price model | one-time | subscription+one-time | subscription+one-time | subscription | one-time | subscription+one-time |
| Free trial | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Platforms | mac, windows | mac, windows | mac, windows | mac, windows | mac, windows | mac, windows |
| Works in | standalone, Photoshop, Lightroom Classic | Photoshop | Photoshop, standalone | Photoshop, standalone | Photoshop | Photoshop |
Questions
What is the best alternative to PortraitPro 27 (Studio / Studio Max)?
RetouchLab Skin Pro is ranked first among the 29 PortraitPro 27 (Studio / Studio Max) alternatives we compared, with 80/100 on our public rubric.
Is there a cheaper alternative to PortraitPro 27 (Studio / Studio Max)?
Yes. Based on the published entry prices we checked, these cost less to start: RetouchLab Skin Pro, FSX Plugin, Beauty Retouch Panel 6.0, Retouch4me Dodge & Burn, Ultimate Retouch Panel 3.9.15.
Can I try a PortraitPro 27 (Studio / Studio Max) alternative for free?
Yes. These offer a free trial or free version: RetouchLab Skin Pro, Retouch4me Retouch Plugins (suite and subscription), Retouch4me Apex, FSX Plugin, Retouch4me Dodge & Burn.
Data verified on 30 Oct 2026. Sources are listed on each profile.