PhotoPad Pro Edition for Windows

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PhotoPad Pro Edition Analysis

AI Assisted Content · January 30, 2026

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PhotoPad Pro Edition is a multimedia application designed for straightforward yet effective photo editing. It caters primarily to novice users with its user-friendly interface and essential editing tools. The program supports various image formats and is optimized for speed, making it a practical choice for quick enhancements. Basic features include cropping, resizing, and applying filters, allowing users to improve their images without extensive knowledge of photo editing techniques. However, it falls short compared to more advanced software in terms of depth and professional features.

The application provides a simple interface with a large editing workspace, where all options are easily accessible. Users can customize the toolbar to display frequently used functions, enhancing usability. While it offers a decent selection of editing tools, including both basic and advanced options, experienced photo editors may find its capabilities limited. The software supports direct editing from DSLR cameras, but it may not meet the demands of professionals seeking precision and extensive toolsets.

PhotoPad Pro Edition for Windows

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Full Specifications

GENERAL

Release: June 15, 2023

Latest update: January 30, 2026

Version: 15

OPERATING SYSTEMS

Platform: Windows

Operating System

Windows 8
Windows XP
Windows 8.1
Windows Vista
Windows 11
Windows 10
Windows 7

POPULARITY

Total Downloads: 224,618

Downloads Last Week: 0

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User Reviews

3.4/5

28 User Votes

Great Software, No Malware
HiTekRedNekMay 28, 2017
Pros
Very versatile photo editor. Haven't had any problems with malware, but I downloaded my copy straight from NCH Software and not a third party software distributor that will slip in some unwanted programs, if you do not pay attention to the installation and uncheck any boxes containing software that you do do not want.
Cons
It cost money after a brief trail period, but you shouldn't expect anything in life to be free.
Summary
If you subscribe to the NCH email, they put the software on sale that really makes it an affordable option to Photoshop.
I got this for photomosaics, and it does a great job.
NaljorpaMarch 27, 2016
Pros
Feature-filled and excellent for the price, this was a great purchase. I bought it for the photomosaic capability, but I find it great and easy to use for other purposes as well. Well worth the small price!
Cons
None that I have found.
Summary
Fantastic and easy to use
FastSnailDecember 30, 2015
Pros
Easiest photo editing I have used and the results are prefect
Cons
There is not a negative to this software
Summary
Does everything that I need it to do and more.
Felton ThopmkinsNovember 19, 2015
Pros
Clean and simple. Yet a powerful piece of software.
Cons
I really don't have any gripes about the software at all.
Summary
This has been one of the best purchases that I have made online in a long time. Thanks NCH Team.
Perfect slimline tool
jaspa100October 28, 2015
Pros
Self explaining, no fuzz, does what it has to do
Cons
For my use, none
Summary
If you need a ready to use, no learning curve tool to do some basic editing, this is the one!
Extremely functional, not complete.
September 16, 2015
Pros
1. Easy to learn and use ( as are all NCH suite products ). 2. Capable of All BASIC photo editing necessities of a home user. 3. User friendly when it comes to managing multiple images. 4. Well integrated with other NCH suite products such as VideoPad Video Editor.
Cons
1. Incomplete. As far as both home use and professinal use, it does not provide All needed functions. 2. It takes considerable practice to acquire productive speed in case of large scale editing.
Summary
As far as home use, a cup of coffee and a few hours go, this product is all you need to QUICLY edit your photos all the way from basic editing to halfway through all you would do at home with a photo or image. For home use I STRONGLY RECOMMEND the NCH product suite, Especially for it's ease of learning and use. As a side note, after I have acquired NCH VideoPad VideoEditor, it took me no more than one week to produce very high quality amateur YouTube editing. Products such as those from more acclaimed software developers have proven taking a way longer trial and error to get a good grip on. As far as personal opinion goes, NCH suite products have as main quality the ease and quickness with wich an unexperienced new user of such products can begin obtaining great results. User friendly and intuitive, but sadly incomplete. For the beginning, you cannot go wrong with NCH product suite, but after a while, you will be sadly forced to move on to software that provides more options in the same editing group, not to be forced to use 3 or 4 programs to edit the same picture. Overall, a GREAT home use product ! Sadly, the fifth star is lacking strictly because the limitation as number of options. If NCH resolves to add All possible options as far as non-professional use goes in further updates, this editing suite has real potential to become one of the market leaders. Two thumbs UP !
Horrible software, that leaves malware all over
jbattelleAugust 5, 2015
Pros
No benefits.
Cons
DO NOT DOWNLOAD THIS SOFTWARE!! NCH is well known to include malware and spyware in their installation packages. You will never get this stuff off your PC, without a drive wipe. Shame on CNET for allowing these thugs to allow their software to be downloaded. Losing my trust in CNET lately, will stop downloading from this site from now on.
Summary
Nice application
anandkumar344May 21, 2015
Pros
It has a very simple interface and does its job with great ease.
Cons
I have yet to find any.
Summary
Over-all does what you need it to do.
kentgoseMarch 16, 2015
Pros
You don't need a college course to learn it!!!! I am including with family photos and the photo album program for future generations. Works that well and on a thumb drive. Doesn't have to be installed on C:\drive.
Cons
would like universal save (no drive Letter) for save to what ever storage the program is on.
Summary
Most people don't need photo shop. You do need a program and a company that will keep your program current no matter what the future operating systems may be. This one seems to do just that.
Useful enough.
dsleckerMarch 9, 2015
Pros
Can be used to reduce the large size photos taken with digital cameras - my primary use. Quite a few functions - a (very) poor man's version of Photoshop.
Cons
Wasn't aware of its cost or possible lack of functionality until after downloading and using for a few days. Make this information available up front. Of course, I could have missed it.
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Developer’s Description

By NCH Software

Crop, rotate, and resize photos, add photo effects, change hue, saturation, and brightness levels.

PhotoPad Pro image editing software is a photo editor for Windows. It allows you to edit and apply effects to photos and other images. When editing photos you can crop, rotate and resize and, if required, add effects like sepia tones, red eye reduction as well as the ability to change the hue, saturation and brightness levels plus more.