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# Compare Shutterstock Editor vs Adobe Lightroom

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> Detailed comparison between Shutterstock Editor and Adobe Lightroom. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | Shutterstock Editor | Adobe Lightroom |
| **Overall rating** | 4.6/5 | 4.8/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 19 | 326 |
| **Starting Price** | - | US$9,99 |
| **Free Trial** | No | Yes |
| **Free Version** | Yes | No |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based |
| **Support** | - | Email/Help Desk, Knowledge Base |
| **Training** | - | Documentation |

## Key features

### Shutterstock Editor

- Content Import/Export
- Content Sharing
- Drag & Drop
- File Management
- Image Library
- Pre-built Templates
- Real Time Editing

### Adobe Lightroom

- Collaboration Tools
- Content Import/Export
- Content Sharing
- File Management
- Image Editing
- Real Time Editing

## Links

- [View Shutterstock Editor Profile](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/1013042/shutterstock-editor)
- [View Adobe Lightroom Profile](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/1016102/adobe-photoshop-lightroom)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.co.za/compare/1013042/1016102/shutterstock-editor/vs/adobe-photoshop-lightroom)

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