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What is Luminar Neo?

Introducing a user-friendly photo editing tool that harnesses the power of AI to enhance your images according to your vision.

Luminar Neo employs advanced depth calculation and generates a 3D Map, enabling you to manipulate light in a three-dimensional manner across a flat image. Moreover, it allows for the selective darkening of areas by independently adjusting illumination in both the foreground and background, facilitating creative relighting that transforms your artistic concepts into reality. The Portrait Background Removal AI, built on the innovative MaskAI technology, swiftly identifies and isolates subjects within your photos, eliminating the need for tedious manual selections. This feature effortlessly removes backgrounds behind your subjects, empowering Luminar users to broaden their creative horizons. By concentrating on your main subject, you can create an ideal environment for making additional refinements to your compositions, ultimately leading to stunning visual outcomes. With tools designed to simplify and enhance the editing process, you can bring your imaginative ideas to fruition with ease.

Pricing

Price Starts At:
$59 per year

Integrations

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Company Facts

Company Name:
Skylum
Date Founded:
2008
Company Location:
United States
Company Website:
skylum.com/luminar-neo
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Product Details

Deployment
Windows
Mac
iPhone
iPad
Android
Training Options
Documentation Hub
Online Training
Video Library
Support
24 Hour Support
Web-Based Support

Product Details

Target Company Sizes
Individual
1-10
11-50
51-200
201-500
501-1000
1001-5000
5001-10000
10001+
Target Organization Types
Mid Size Business
Small Business
Enterprise
Freelance
Nonprofit
Government
Startup
Supported Languages
English

Luminar Neo Categories and Features

  • Reviewer Name: Claudio G.
    Position: Photographer
    Has used product for: 6-12 Months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    Great product

    Updated: Mar 01 2024
    Summary

    I used to use other tools for photo post production but since I tried Luminar I only use this software.

    Positive

    The ease of use and the precision of the tools make this software one of the best I have ever used. I consider it essential for post-processing exceptional photos.

    Negative

    I've been using it for a year and so far I haven't found any defects.

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    Official Luminar Neo Response
    Date: Mar 11 2024
    Hello! Thank you for your feedback, it means a lot to us. We hope that you continue enjoying Luminar Neo.
  • Reviewer Name: Paul B.
    Position: Retired-photo enthusiast.
    Has used product for: 1-2 Years
    Uses the product: Monthly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Software problems

    Date: Jan 08 2024
    Summary

    Very good. It was not possible to fix crashing software, so I was offered a new download of the most current software. very generous of Skylum, very generous.

    Positive

    Responses were very specific and precise. Customer Service reps were responsive asking for more data to resolve the issue. I emailed prolly a dozen times or more, and there was ALWAYS a good natured response, no matter how frustrated I got.

    Negative

    Sometimes the response time was not a quick as I would have liked and I would like some type of telephone support.

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    Official Luminar Neo Response
    Date: Jan 10 2024
    We are happy to hear that you're satisfied with our service! Thank you for leaving us a review.
  • Reviewer Name: Elaine L.
    Position: Artisan
    Has used product for: 2+ Years
    Uses the product: Weekly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    Why Luminar Neo

    Date: Feb 09 2024
    Summary

    The customer service is awesome.

    Sometime adding new things is good but don't remove the good one like Luminar 4. Otherwise I like Luminar Neo.

    Positive

    I like they offer pretty much everything I need to add on my pictures. It is simple and easy.
    Love the Gen Erase.

    Negative

    The price!!

    Also I love the way Luminar 4 show all your folders picture on the side and under while you work a photo. Too bad you don't have that anymore.

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    Official Luminar Neo Response
    Date: Feb 13 2024
    Thank you for leaving us a review, we appreciate your feedback and your opinion is valuable to us.
  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Pensioner
    Has used product for: Less than 6 months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Satisfied

    Date: Jan 25 2024
    Summary

    I'm happy with my purchase because it's easier than Lightroom. Editing is easy. On the plus side, you can buy more editing apps and pay every two years.

    Positive

    Intelligent smart adjustments and fast replies to emails. The multi-frame batch mode is convenient and fast.

    Negative

    There is no cloud service. Burdens the machine when disk space is reduced.

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    Official Luminar Neo Response
    Date: Jan 31 2024
    We're glad to hear you're satisfied with Luminar Neo. Currently, we don't have a cloud service, but we appreciate your feedback, and we'll look into that.
  • Reviewer Name: Nik H.
    Position: Senior
    Has used product for: 2+ Years
    Uses the product: Weekly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Wonderful

    Date: Feb 26 2024
    Summary

    I have used, and still use both Photoshop and Lightroom. But these past few years I mostly only use Luminar Neo. In Luminar Neo you have everything you would ever need. And, yes, sometimes I also use Luminar Neo just to play around, kind of as an amusement. Silly, yes, but that is how wonderful Luminar Neo is.

    Positive

    Luminar Neo is versatile, easy to learn and use. And gives you good results. And there are all the options you need - and even some more.

    Negative

    Sometimes it could be nice to use different text and fonts, but, then again, it is not that important.

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    Official Luminar Neo Response
    Date: Mar 11 2024
    Hey! Thank you for writing us a review, we appreciate it. We're glad that Luminar Neo brings you joy.
  • Reviewer Name: Carlos R.
    Position: User
    Has used product for: 6-12 Months
    Uses the product: Weekly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Extraordinary photo-editing software.

    Date: Mar 07 2024
    Summary

    Easy and fun, short learning curve, with many editing possibilities. Surprising results even for inexperienced users like me.

    Positive

    *Very easy to use.
    *Modern and nice design.
    *Fast editing with amazing results.
    *A multitude of presets that save time and work.
    *Fine-tuning of each preset.

    Negative

    Telephone support in Spanish language.

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    Official Luminar Neo Response
    Date: Mar 11 2024
    Thank you for your feedback! We are happy to hear you are enjoying editing your photos with Luminar Neo. Please kindly note that we don't offer phone support because we truly believe it wouldn't be possible to provide the same effective help over the phone. If you received an answer via phone, it was not from us because we do not provide a public phone number.
  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Engineer
    Has used product for: 2+ Years
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 100 - 499
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    Great piece of software

    Date: Jan 17 2024
    Summary

    I have used all Skylum Luminar products and have found them easier to use than others

    Positive

    Capabilities. ease of use. easy layout. Great for amateurs and pros alike.

    Negative

    Skylum has gone down the route of subscriptions.

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    Official Luminar Neo Response
    Date: Jan 31 2024
    Thank you for your feedback! Please kindly note that, in addition to our subscription plan, we also offer a lifetime purchase option.
  • Reviewer Name: Anis A.
    Position: Ownership Workflow Coordinator
    Has used product for: 6-12 Months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 26 - 99
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    Photo editing with Generative AI makes it easy

    Date: Jan 13 2024
    Summary

    Extremely satisfied with what the tool offers, both as standalone tool and as a plugin for Photoshop & Lightroom. The pricing is more than fair.

    Positive

    It can be used as a standalone tool, and it can also be integrated to tools such as Photoshop & Lightroom. Needless to say, Generative AI feature improves efficiency.

    Negative

    It can be quite complex for beginners to set everything up initially. However, once you are settled, everything becomes extremely simple.

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    Official Luminar Neo Response
    Date: Jan 31 2024
    We appreciate your feedback, thank you! If you're looking for more information about the functionality of our tools, Luminar Neo user guide can be useful to you: https://userguide.skylum.com/hc/en-us/categories/11539094543890-Luminar-Neo
  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Retired
    Has used product for: 6-12 Months
    Uses the product: Weekly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    Unable to start Luminar Neo while there is usually no problems

    Date: Jan 04 2024
    Summary

    Very satisfying experience. I am a dum moron on computers and the advices given where sound and easy to follow.

    Positive

    Service is really fast and great. While my message was initially send on French, responses where made by google translation (return original response in English include). Speed of response impressed me. The solution worked!

    Negative

    Skylum site is thick and somehow is not at best. But I did find where to ask for support.

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    Official Luminar Neo Response
    Date: Jan 08 2024
    Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us! We really appreciate your feedback and it means a lot to us.
  • Reviewer Name: Giuseppe P.
    Position: Medical doctor
    Has used product for: 1-2 Years
    Uses the product: Weekly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1,000 - 4,999
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    Contacting support team

    Date: Mar 11 2024
    Summary

    I love this software because you can do everything you need for you photo without big complications and with great results.

    Positive

    Awesome team support. I had a problem on Sunday morning and they resolved it in ten minutes answering in real time.

    Negative

    The program is still evolving and sometimes you need to wait for the new update.

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    Official Luminar Neo Response
    Date: Mar 26 2024
    Hello Giuseppe! Thank you for leaving us a review. We appreciate your feedback. We are evolving to make your experience with Luminar Neo even better!
  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: E-Com
    Has used product for: 6-12 Months
    Uses the product: Weekly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 100 - 499
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Perfect support

    Date: Jan 09 2024
    Summary

    I love how easy it is to make really great stuff. Also the AI base is so cool and fun to use and work with it.

    Positive

    Perfect software for hobby using and professional using.
    Very easy software.
    Very intuitive.
    Very fast.

    Negative

    Some courses are only available in English so please keep up with other languages.

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    Official Luminar Neo Response
    Date: Jan 10 2024
    We appreciate your feedback, thanks! Your opinion is important to us. Currently, we don't have that many courses in other languages, but we'll see what we can do to improve!
  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Retired
    Has used product for: 6-12 Months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Excellent support

    Date: Feb 15 2024
    Summary

    Excellent support from the team. The response to my issues was almost immediate and all the issues were resolved by them. Can highly recommend!

    Positive

    I have had several minor issues about using Luminar Neo and have therefore consulted the support team.
    On each occasion I have been very pleased with the speed of response and the answers to my issues, which have all been resolved due to the assistance received.

    Negative

    Doesn't apply as all my issues were resolved by the team.

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    Official Luminar Neo Response
    Date: Feb 26 2024
    We're happy to hear that your issues have been resolved! Thank you for the review, and we hope that you continue enjoying Luminar Neo.
  • Reviewer Name: Rudy D.
    Position: User
    Has used product for: 1-2 Years
    Uses the product: Weekly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Luminar Neo review

    Updated: Jan 24 2024
    Summary

    The crash happened just before the weekend, no luck but Monday everything was back to normal and I was able to continue developing the photos for a contest.

    Positive

    The discussion with the technician. The explanations via the emails received and the questions asked in order to solve the problem.

    Negative

    The crash after an update. I’ve had a lot of updates and this is the first time that happens to me.

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    Official Luminar Neo Response
    Date: Jan 31 2024
    I'm happy to hear the issue has been resolved! Thank you for the review.
  • Reviewer Name: Bruno F.
    Position: Mechanic
    Has used product for: Less than 6 months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    Luminar Neo

    Updated: Jan 15 2024
    Summary

    Just great can edit a photo in minutes beautiful menus easy to learn just great the AI is amazing works very well scaling denoise color brightness editing works very well too.

    Positive

    The program is very intuitive, easy to use and simply fantastic, it identifies the elements of the photo and creates modifications perfectly that adapt to the photo elements and photo lighting.

    Negative

    Until now didn't find anything that I didn't like.

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    Official Luminar Neo Response
    Date: Jan 31 2024
    We're happy to hear that you're satisfied with Luminar Neo, thank you for your feedback!
  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: User
    Has used product for: Less than 6 months
    Uses the product: Weekly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    Superb Processing/Editing Program

    Date: Feb 21 2024
    Summary

    Excellent. This program has exceeded my expectations, especially in the use of AI in editing (Structure sliders for example). Erase functions are the main attraction (can still be improved), but I also use dodge/burn and the clone tool quite a bit. Many photos can be dramatically improved with a change of sky. Much, much easier and faster than Photoshop.

    Positive

    Much easier to use than Photoshop, with better results in shorter time. I use it in conjunction with Apple Photos as an external editor. I originally started a subscription after evaluating Luminar Neo against other editors such as Inpaint, and Super Eraser for the erase application. Luminar turned out to be best. Later I discovered its AI functions, which are quite impressive.

    Negative

    The DeNoise sliders need improvement. I obtain better results with Topaz DeNoise, and use it for photos taken at high Iso. The erase brush is not perfect, and multiple applications are required to obtain acceptable results with complicated backgrounds.

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    Official Luminar Neo Response
    Date: Feb 26 2024
    Thank you for taking the time to write us a detailed review. We value your opinion, and we appreciate your feedback. We will do our best to enhance the functionality of Luminar Neo to make it the best it can possibly be.
  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Retired
    Has used product for: 2+ Years
    Uses the product: Weekly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    Luminar Neo, packed with features and easy to manage

    Date: Jan 09 2024
    Summary

    I tried other similar products but they were too complex for me. I had to work too hard and it restricted my creativity. My work requires freedom and flow and Luminar Neo fulfills all my needs and desires. And it's fun.

    Positive

    Luminar Neo is highly intuitive and therefore easy to learn, or re-learn after a break.
    The support is exceptional as is the astounding number of enhancements, free or paid.
    It offers incredible freedom in post-processing and discovery as you are immersed in the process.

    Negative

    So far, I have not encountered any cons in my work.

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    Official Luminar Neo Response
    Date: Jan 10 2024
    We're delighted to hear that you find Luminar Neo intuitive and fun, it means the world to us! Thank you for the review.
  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Amateur photographer
    Has used product for: 6-12 Months
    Uses the product: Weekly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    Luminar Neo

    Date: Jan 16 2024
    Summary

    Overall it's a good product and it is quickly becoming a viable alternative to Photoshop/Lightroom. Skylum has made many photographer tasks easier and fun to use

    Positive

    Modern technology and easy to use. The interface is quite intuitive and easy to come to grips with. The use of AI was a leading example for others to follow.

    Negative

    Frequent updates with new features/changes can overwhelm those who are not constantly using the software. The price however will have to stay competitive with the competition.

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    Official Luminar Neo Response
    Date: Jan 31 2024
    Thank you for taking the time to write us feedback, it means a lot to us!
  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Lead Engineer
    Has used product for: Less than 6 months
    Uses the product: Weekly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 100 - 499
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Excellent and easy to use! Very good customer service!

    Updated: Mar 07 2024
    Summary

    Good program for beginners and pro' s! Easy to use even without reading the manual! Very fast and many presets to use!

    Positive

    Great program with a very good user Interface.
    Excellent customer service! Had a question about the installing process.
    And was helped very quickly by the customer service!

    Negative

    Only had problem with the installation. Could not login via start up on the Skylum account.
    Overall everything is good!

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    Official Luminar Neo Response
    Date: Mar 11 2024
    We're thrilled to hear that you're happy with our product! Thanks a lot for leaving a review. Our support team is always ready to help you out with anything you need. Don't hesitate to reach out to us anytime!
  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: User
    Has used product for: 2+ Years
    Uses the product: Monthly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    Luminar Neo reviews

    Date: Jan 24 2024
    Summary

    That I don't have to be afraid to get an answer to problems.

    If I have a problem again I will not hesitate to contact you.

    Positive

    The quick answers to my problem. Clear and understandable for me even though I didn't learn English properly.

    Negative

    Hat the service is good and the follow-up for problems is not dismissed with small talk.
    But expertly expressed.

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    Official Luminar Neo Response
    Date: Jan 31 2024
    We appreciate your review, thank you!
  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Hobby photographer
    Has used product for: Less than 6 months
    Uses the product: Weekly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 20,000 or More
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    Excellent program, but a little bit too slow

    Date: Feb 15 2024
    Summary

    Very good tool to quickly achieve appealing results, good additional AI tools, unfortunately with weaknesses in speed.

    Positive

    The program is very easy to use, and thanks to the tutorials on youtube, even beginners can quickly achieve good results. I can only praise the support: a small problem (the raw profiles were not displayed, although they were RAW images) was solved quickly and competently.

    Negative

    The speed for loading the images is simply too long (despite the new fast computer). there are camera profiles available for RAW images, but I have not yet found an automatic lens correction like in Lightroom.

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    Official Luminar Neo Response
    Date: Feb 26 2024
    Thanks for the review! We are working every day to improve Luminar Neo's performance and functionality. You can find an instruction on how to use automatic lens correction in this article (in the Develop tool): https://userguide.skylum.com/hc/en-us/articles/11541976239890-Working-with-the-Essential-Tools
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