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removingbackground.io

Pixlr alternative

Free 800px downloads without a watermark, cheap HD credits and an API — a simple alternative to Pixlr.

or drop images here · paste with Ctrl+V · or

JPG, PNG, WebP or HEIC · up to 25 MB · up to 20 images

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What's a good alternative to Pixlr?

RemovingBackground.io removes backgrounds in about five seconds in your browser. Downloads up to 800×800px are free with no watermark, HD starts at half a cent per image on monthly plans, credit packs never expire, and there's an API for automation.

How to pixlr alternative

  1. 01

    Upload your image

    Drop a JPG, PNG, WebP or HEIC file into the uploader, paste it with Ctrl+V, or paste an image URL.

  2. 02

    AI removes the background

    Our segmentation model finds the subject and cuts it out with soft, hair-level edges in a few seconds.

  3. 03

    Download or edit

    Download a transparent PNG, or swap in a solid colour, a photo or a blurred background first.

RemovingBackground.io at a glance

FeatureRemovingBackground.io
Free downloadUp to 800×800px, no watermark, no sign-up
HD download1 credit, up to 36 MP
Credit packsFrom $3.99, never expire
Monthly plansFrom $9 for 500 HD images
Bulk20 images at once + ZIP
EditorColour, gradient, photo, blur, shadow, resize presets
APIREST API, remove.bg-compatible endpoint, 50 free calls/month
AI upscaler2× and 4× with the same credits

Comparison shows our own features only. Check Pixlr's website for theirs.

About Pixlr

Pixlr is a browser-based photo editor with an AI background removal tool.

Plans, limits and prices change over time, so check Pixlr's own website for current details. Pixlr is a trademark of its owner; we're not affiliated.

Why people choose RemovingBackground.io

Our tool focuses on cut-out quality — refined hair edges and colour decontamination — with a simple editor for backgrounds and resizing.

Bulk upload and ZIP downloads save time when you have more than a couple of images.

  • Free 800×800px downloads, no watermark
  • HD up to 36 MP; packs never expire
  • Bulk upload (20 at once) and ZIP download
  • Files saved in your account
  • Available in 18 languages

Last updated November 14, 2026

Frequently asked questions

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Is RemovingBackground.io free like Pixlr?

Yes — downloads up to 800×800px are free with no watermark, and new accounts get 3 HD credits.

Can I move my workflow from Pixlr?

Yes. Upload the same images here, process up to 20 at once, or use the API to automate it.

Is it free?

Yes. Downloads up to 800×800px are free with no watermark and no sign-up. Full resolution costs one credit; new accounts get 3 free.

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