# Capture One vs RawTherapee

| Attribute | Capture One | RawTherapee |
|---|---|---|
| **Vioscale score** | 2.8 (15% (low)) | 35.3 (16% (low)) |
| activity.commits_last_30d | - | 5 |
| adoption.dependent_repos | - | 0 |
| adoption.github_stars | - | 4,134 |
| deployment.options | `{"cloud":true}` | `{"self_hosted":true}` |
| description.long | A desktop application that enables photographers to edit images, manage workflows, collaborate with clients in real-time, and deliver production-ready photos with advanced retouching and color control. | Cross-platform application that helps photographers develop raw camera files with professional-grade tools including non-destructive editing, advanced demosaicing, and support for multiple camera formats. Serves both enthusiasts learning image processing and experienced photographers. |
| integrations.count | 1 | - |
| integrations.list | `[{"name":"Photoroom"}]` | - |
| language.primary | - | C++ |
| license.spdx | - | GPL-3.0 |
| market.availability | `{"primaryMarkets":["US"],"availabilityScope":"global","availableCountries":[],"notAvailableCountries":[]}` | - |
| platform.support | `{"ios":true,"mac":true,"windows":true}` | `{"cli":true,"mac":true,"linux":true,"windows":true}` |
| pricing | `{"type":"hybrid","plans":[{"free":false,"name":"Pro","features":["Desktop","Priority support","Editing","Essential camera controls","Next Capture Adjustments","550+ cameras supported","Next Capture Backup","Metadata/Keywords","Multiple client viewers","Collaboration - Live","Share online","Real-time feedback","Multiple sessions","Multiple collections","Watermark","Email notifications","Local network collaboration","Masking","Keystone","Rotation","Sensor dust removal","Replace background with Photoroom","File management","Filters","Advanced content credentials","Cloud settings"],"description":"High-performance desktop software for image creation","contactSales":false},{"free":false,"name":"All in One","features":["All Pro features","Cloud settings access"],"description":"Complete workflow flexibility for delivery and creation","contactSales":false},{"free":false,"name":"Studio","features":["All Pro features","Automated workflows","Seamless collaboration with Live for Studio","Industry-leading tethering","Asset management","Priority customer support","Free tutorials and learning resources"],"description":"High-volume, client-facing production at scale with advanced collaboration and automation","contactSales":false},{"free":false,"name":"Mobile","description":"Flexible creation, editing, and tethering on iPad and iPhone","contactSales":false},{"free":false,"name":"Perpetual License","commitment":"perpetual","description":"One-time purchase option; converts to free after 5 years of subscription","contactSales":false}],"currency":"USD","freeTier":false,"sourceUrl":"https://www.captureone.com/pricing/capture-one-pro","retrievedAt":"2026-08-19T23:08:50.997Z","freeTrialDays":7,"billingPeriods":["month","year"]}` | `{"type":"open_source","summary":"Free, open source (GPLv3 license)","freeTier":true,"sourceUrl":"https://www.rawtherapee.com","retrievedAt":"2026-08-20T12:53:12.775Z"}` |
| pricing.free_tier | no | yes |
| pricing.model | commercial | open_source |
| pricing.price_level | unknown | free |
| pricing.transparent | no | yes |
| release.cadence_days | - | 34 |
| release.history | - | `[{"url":"https://github.com/RawTherapee/RawTherapee/releases/tag/5.13","date":"2026-07-26T18:07:26Z","type":"stable","version":"5.13"},{"url":"https://github.com/RawTherapee/RawTherapee/releases/tag/5.13-rc1","date":"2026-06-21T18:27:20Z","type":"prerelease","version":"5.13-rc1"},{"url":"https://github.com/RawTherapee/RawTherapee/releases/tag/5.12","date":"2025-05-28T06:47:16Z","type":"stable","version":"5.12"},{"url":"https://github.com/RawTherapee/RawTherapee/releases/tag/5.12-rc2","date":"2025-05-04T20:43:43Z","type":"prerelease","version":"5.12-rc2"},{"url":"https://github.com/RawTherapee/RawTherapee/releases/tag/5.12-rc1","date":"2025-04-23T06:31:40Z","type":"prerelease","version":"5.12-rc1"},{"url":"https://github.com/RawTherapee/RawTherapee/releases/tag/5.11","date":"2024-08-24T22:09:48Z","type":"stable","version":"5.11"},{"url":"https://github.com/RawTherapee/RawTherapee/releases/tag/5.11-rc1","date":"2024-08-15T05:38:39Z","type":"prerelease","version":"5.11-rc1"},{"url":"https://github.com/RawTherapee/RawTherapee/releases/tag/5.10","date":"2024-02-16T06:19:54Z","type":"stable","version":"5.10"},{"url":"https://github.com/RawTherapee/RawTherapee/releases/tag/5.10-rc1","date":"2024-02-10T19:30:34Z","type":"prerelease","version":"5.10-rc1"},{"url":"https://github.com/RawTherapee/RawTherapee/releases/tag/5.9","date":"2022-11-27T18:36:50Z","type":"stable","version":"5.9"},{"url":"https://github.com/RawTherapee/RawTherapee/releases/tag/5.9-rc1","date":"2022-11-16T17:43:01Z","type":"prerelease","version":"5.9-rc1"},{"url":"https://github.com/RawTherapee/RawTherapee/releases/tag/nightly-github-actions","date":"2021-10-30T22:01:42Z","type":"prerelease","version":"nightly-github-actions"},{"url":"https://github.com/RawTherapee/RawTherapee/releases/tag/5.8","date":"2020-02-04T07:06:51Z","type":"stable","version":"5.8"},{"url":"https://github.com/RawTherapee/RawTherapee/releases/tag/5.7","date":"2019-09-10T16:59:41Z","type":"stable","version":"5.7"},{"url":"https://github.com/RawTherapee/RawTherapee/releases/tag/5.6","date":"2019-04-20T20:38:45Z","type":"stable","version":"5.6"},{"url":"https://github.com/RawTherapee/RawTherapee/releases/tag/5.6-rc2","date":"2019-04-17T12:58:39Z","type":"prerelease","version":"5.6-rc2"},{"url":"https://github.com/RawTherapee/RawTherapee/releases/tag/5.6-rc1","date":"2019-04-10T18:52:21Z","type":"prerelease","version":"5.6-rc1"},{"url":"https://github.com/RawTherapee/RawTherapee/releases/tag/5.5","date":"2018-12-19T10:19:43Z","type":"stable","version":"5.5"},{"url":"https://github.com/RawTherapee/RawTherapee/releases/tag/5.5-rc2","date":"2018-12-19T10:19:12Z","type":"prerelease","version":"5.5-rc2"},{"url":"https://github.com/RawTherapee/RawTherapee/releases/tag/5.5-rc1","date":"2018-12-03T22:02:52Z","type":"prerelease","version":"5.5-rc1"}]` |
| reliability.status_page | - | yes |
| security.vulnerabilities | - | `{"count":0,"source":"https://advisories.ecosyste.ms/api/v1/advisories?ecosystem=go&package_name=github.com%2FRawTherapee%2FRawTherapee&per_page=100","last_12m":0,"max_severity":null}` |

## Capabilities (Photo Editing)

| Capability | Capture One | RawTherapee |
|---|:--:|:--:|
| **Capabilities** |  |  |
| Deployment model | - | - |
| Layer based compositing and masks | - | - |
| Raw camera file non destructive processing | - | - |
| Cmyk prepress color profiles | - | - |
| 16 bit and 32 bit deep color rendering | - | - |
| Generative AI inpainting and outpainting fill | - | - |
| Photoshop psd file import and export | - | - |
| Batch processing and watermarking macros | - | - |
| Wacom apple pencil pressure sensitivity | - | - |
| Cloud sync and multi device handoff | - | - |
| SOC2 type ii | - | - |
| ISO 27001 | - | - |
| Pricing model | - | - |

*Source: Vioscale. Generated 2026-09-01T16:58:11.585Z. "-" = undocumented, not absent.*