Vtila vs Photopea
An honest, feature-by-feature comparison of two free browser-based image editors. We'll show you where Vtila shines — and where Photopea still leads.
Feature comparison
| Feature | Vtila | Photopea |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free (ad-supported) |
| Ads | None | Yes (display ads) |
| PSD support | Yes | Yes |
| Layer editing | Yes | Yes |
| AI tools | 6 built-in (local) | None |
| AI processing | On-device (private) | N/A |
| Privacy | Fully local | Server-side processing |
| Works offline | Yes | Limited |
| Account required | No | No |
| Open source | No | No |
| Mobile support | Yes (responsive) | Yes (responsive) |
| PDF support | Yes | Yes |
| RAW support | Coming soon | Yes |
| Vector editing | Coming soon | Yes |
| Interface language | English | 30+ languages |
Where Vtila wins
No ads, ever
Photopea shows display ads to free users. Vtila has no ads — the interface is clean and distraction-free.
AI-powered editing
Vtila includes 6 AI tools (background removal, upscaling, object removal, depth maps, bokeh, style transfer). Photopea has no built-in AI features.
True privacy
Vtila processes everything locally — your images never leave your device. Photopea processes files using server-side technology.
Works fully offline
Once loaded, Vtila works without internet. AI models are cached locally in your browser.
Where Photopea still leads
We believe in honest comparisons. Here's where Photopea has the edge — for now.
More file format support
Photopea supports RAW files, SVG, AI (Illustrator), Sketch, and XD. Vtila focuses on raster formats with more coming soon.
Vector editing
Photopea includes vector tools (Pen tool, shape layers). Vtila is currently raster-focused.
Longer track record
Photopea has been around since 2013 and has a large user base. Vtila is newer but growing fast.
The bottom line
Choose Vtila if you value privacy, want built-in AI tools, and prefer an ad-free experience. Vtila processes everything locally — your images never leave your device.
Choose Photopea if you need advanced vector editing, RAW file support, or work with Illustrator/Sketch/XD files. Photopea has broader format support and a longer feature history.
Both are free. Both run in your browser. The best choice depends on what matters most to you.