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Blender vs Pixelmator Pro: Pricing Comparison 2026

Side-by-side pricing comparison of Blender and Pixelmator Pro. See all plans, features, and costs at a glance.

Bottom line: Blender starts at $13/mo, making it $26/mo cheaper than Pixelmator Pro ($39/mo). Blender offers a free plan.

Last updated: March 16, 2026

Data compiled by Arthur Jacquemin
Updated March 16, 2026

Blender vs Pixelmator Pro: Quick Pricing Facts

FeatureBlenderPixelmator Pro
Starting Price$13/mo$39/mo
Number of Plans43
Free TierYesYes
Pricing Modelopen-sourceflat
Annual DiscountN/AN/A

Blender is the more affordable option, starting at $13/mo compared to Pixelmator Pro's $39/mo. Both are Design Tools with 7 combined pricing plans and 8 features compared.

Both tools offer free plans, making them accessible for teams on a budget. Blender uses open-source pricing while Pixelmator Pro uses flat pricing, which may affect your total cost at scale.

Review the detailed tier-by-tier comparison above to see exactly which features are included at each price point and find the best fit for your Design Tools needs.

Pricing Plans
Pixelmator Pro
Pixelmator Pro
Try it free
Tier 1
Latest s
$13/month
Start with Latest s
Free
$0/monthCheapest
Includes
  • Basic features
  • Limited access
Start with Free
Tier 2
Free and Open Source
$0/monthCheapest
Start with Free and Open Source
ProPopular
$39/month
$39 / year
Includes
  • Advanced editing tools
  • Unlimited projects
  • Priority support
Start with Pro
Tier 3
Part of the industry
Custom pricing
Start with Part of the industry
Business
$99/monthCheapest
$99 / year
Includes
  • Team collaboration
  • Custom branding
  • Dedicated account manager
Start with Business
Tier 4
It’s about people.
Custom pricing
Start with It’s about people.

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Blender

Free open-source 3D creation suite for modeling and animation

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Pixelmator Pro

Professional image editing app for macOS with ML enhancements

View all Pixelmator Pro plans
Our Pick

Blender

Blender offers a free plan, starts at $26/mo lower ($13/mo vs $39/mo), offers 4 tiers vs 3.

Based on pricing data only. Review the full comparison below for your specific needs.

Best value: Blender

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Which Should You Choose?

Choose Blender if:

  • You want lower per-user costs—Blender starts at $13/mo, saving $26/mo compared to Pixelmator Pro at $39/mo
  • You prefer Blender's free tier features—features
  • You need 4 pricing tiers for flexible team sizing—more options mean less overpaying for features you don't need
  • Your team needs custom enterprise pricing—Blender offers negotiated terms for large deployments

Choose Pixelmator Pro if:

  • You prefer Pixelmator Pro's free tier features—Basic features, Limited access
  • You want more features built-in—Pixelmator Pro offers 8 additional features across its plans
  • You want Pixelmator Pro's approach to incremental feature unlocking across its 3 pricing tiers

Both Blender and Pixelmator Pro offer free plans [1], eliminating cost barriers for evaluation. This means you can test both tools thoroughly with your actual workflows before any financial commitment. The free tiers differ in scope: Blender includes multiple features, while Pixelmator Pro includes 2 features. Evaluate which free tier matches your evaluation needs before deciding to upgrade. Your best approach is to activate both free trials and evaluate which tool's workflow, integrations, and user experience align better with your team's needs before committing to paid plans.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Blender vs Pixelmator Pro

Which is cheaper, Blender or Pixelmator Pro?
As of March 2026, Blender starts at a lower price point. Blender starts at $13/mo while Pixelmator Pro starts at $39/mo. However, the best value depends on the features you need at each tier.
How many pricing plans does Blender have vs Pixelmator Pro?
Blender offers 4 pricing plans, while Pixelmator Pro offers 3 plans. More plans typically means more flexibility to match your exact needs and budget.
Does Blender or Pixelmator Pro offer a free plan?
Yes, both Blender and Pixelmator Pro offer free plans. Compare the feature limits of each free tier to see which better fits your use case before upgrading.
Can I save money by paying annually for Blender or Pixelmator Pro?
Both Blender and Pixelmator Pro offer annual billing options. Check each plan's yearly pricing for potential savings compared to monthly billing.
What is the most popular Pixelmator Pro plan?
The Pro plan is Pixelmator Pro's most popular tier, priced at $39/mo. Key features include Advanced editing tools, Unlimited projects, Priority support.
Does Blender or Pixelmator Pro offer custom enterprise pricing?
Blender offers a custom-priced enterprise tier for larger teams. Pixelmator Pro lists all its pricing publicly.
What pricing models do Blender and Pixelmator Pro use?
Blender uses a open-source pricing model, while Pixelmator Pro uses flat pricing. The right model depends on your team size and usage patterns.

Sources

  1. Blender Official PricingVendor pricing page
  2. Pixelmator Pro Official PricingVendor pricing page

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