Apowersoft: Background Eraser vs its rivals

Side-by-side comparison against Apowersoft: Background Eraser's closest competitors — identity, store metrics, ratings & sentiment, and strategic intel.

	Apowersoft: Background Eraser This App	Pixelcut AI Photo Editor Nemesis	Remove Objects Contender	Adobe Express: Create Anything Contender	Mematic - The Meme Maker Peer	Flyer Maker + Poster Maker Peer	AI Art Generator，Photo Enhance New Kid
Core Identity
Developer	Wangxu Technology Co., Ltd	Pixelcut Inc.	TAPUNIVERSE LLC	Adobe Inc.	Trilliarden Entertainment GmbH	Bhavesh Gabani	COOL SUMMER LIMITED
Category	Graphics & Design	Graphics & Design	Graphics & Design	Graphics & Design	Graphics & Design	Graphics & Design	Graphics & Design
Platform	Android, iOS	iOS, Android	iOS, Android	iOS	iOS	iOS, Android	iOS, Android
Store Metrics
Rating	3.5 / 5	4.7 / 5	4.8 / 5	4.8 / 5	4.7 / 5	4.8 / 5	3.9 / 5
Ratings Count	391	212,452	127,277	360,654	162,601	46,004	2,315
Price	Free	Free	Free	Free	Free	Free	Free
Release Date	Dec 9, 2019	Nov 3, 2020	Jun 3, 2020	Dec 17, 2015	Feb 17, 2012	Jan 22, 2018	Apr 11, 2023
Last Updated	Nov 21, 2025	Apr 15, 2026	Mar 14, 2026	Mar 26, 2026	Apr 16, 2026	Mar 26, 2026	Mar 20, 2026
Sentiment & Reviews
Sentiment	positive	-	excellent	negative	mixed	excellent	-
Score	75/100	-	88/100	38/100	65/100	88/100	-
Praises	Automated background removal functionality provides high-quality results for creators and small business owners	-	Efficient object removal and photo enhancement tools provide high quality results without complex manual editing Minimal ad frequency and generous free access models improve the overall user experience during editing Intuitive interface design allows casual users to perform complex edits with minimal learning curve	Background Removal & Resizing AI & Creative Tools	Simple and accessible meme creation tools allow users to generate content quickly without complex training	Ease of Use Template Variety	-
Complaints	Subscription management and billing transparency issues cause significant user frustration regarding unexpected charges	-	Algorithmic body modification defaults force unrealistic proportions on subjects without providing user-controlled toggle options Subscription transparency issues lead to confusion regarding active billing status within the mobile store Restrictive free trial limitations frustrate users who expect broader access to advanced editing capabilities	Performance & Lag Buggy Updates & Stability Poor iPad Optimization	Aggressive subscription prompts and paywalls for basic features frustrate users expecting a free experience	Subscription and Billing Concerns	-
Requests	Manual refinement tools requested to correct errors in automated background detection	-	-	-	Implementation of a lifetime purchase option to avoid recurring monthly or annual subscription fees	-	-
Strategic Intel
Strengths	Lightweight binary footprint ensures responsiveness on low-end hardware Automated AI cutout provides immediate value for non-technical users	-	Intuitive interface design lowers the learning curve for casual users Freemium model drives high-volume ad-supported user acquisition	Proprietary Firefly AI integration Robust Brand Kit management Deep Adobe ecosystem and cross-platform sync	Low-friction interface design sustains high organic install velocity Core meme-making utility functions as a reliable retention anchor	High user satisfaction and rating (4.8+) Specialized print utility (QR codes, PDF focus) Aggressive annual pricing ($42/yr)	-
Weaknesses	Opaque subscription billing triggers high-frequency refund complaints Lack of manual refinement tools creates frustration on complex edge cases	-	Automatic body-thinning algorithm lacks user-controlled opt-out toggles Subscription billing transparency issues create user support friction	Significant performance lag and slow load times Technical instability in recent v30.0.0 update Poor optimization for iPad users	Subscription-only model at the category median drives high churn Technical regressions in the latest update cause project deletion Background removal AI performance lags behind specialized competitors	Cross-platform licensing friction Perceived lack of transparency in trial cancellations Limited advanced editing (multi-page, layers)	-
Pricing	subscription	freemium	freemium	freemium	subscription	freemium	freemium
Momentum	Maintenance	Intense	Active	Maintenance	Maintenance	Active	Intense
Update Cadence	5 versions, ~152d avg	5 versions	5 versions, ~10d avg	1 versions	3 versions, ~11d avg	2 versions, 1 majors/6mo, ~12d avg	5 versions

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