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Hdrmerge
github.com/jcelaya/hdrmergeAlso covers linux and photography
Combine two or more RAW exposure files into one RAW image with an extended dynamic range using HDRMerge.
Alternatives
The Best HDRMerge Alternatives in 2026
24 alternatives6 free · 7 open source
Looking for something like HDRMerge? Here are 24 alternatives, ranked by how closely they match it on purpose, features and platforms. Of these, 6 are free or have a free plan and 7 are open source.
Merge RAW exposures into HDR images with HDRMerge and consult its user manual.
Top picks at a glance
First suggestionHdrmergeCombine two or more RAW exposure files into one RAW image…Free or freemium optionRawTherapeeRawTherapee is a free, cross-platform raw photo processing…
Quick comparison
| # | Alternative | Pricing | Open source | Platforms |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hdrmerge | — | Not stated | Linux |
| 2 | RawTherapee | Free | Yes | Linux, macOS, Windows |
| 3 | Photini | — | Yes | Linux, macOS, Windows |
| 4 | LightZone | — | Yes | Linux, macOS, Windows |
| 5 | fSpy | — | Not stated | Linux, Web, Windows |
| 6 | OpenPuff | — | Not stated | Linux, Web, Windows |
| 7 | exiftool | — | Not stated | Android, macOS, Web |
| 8 | Darktable | — | Yes | — |
| 9 | Aperisolve | — | Not stated | Linux, Web |
| 10 | Redacted | Free | Not stated | iOS, macOS, Web |
All HDRMerge alternatives
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Also covers linux, macos, and photography · same kind of app · free
RawTherapee is a free, cross-platform raw photo processing program for developing raw files from digital cameras.
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Also covers linux and photography
Edit EXIF, IPTC and XMP metadata in digital photographs with Photini, a free desktop application.
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Also covers linux and photography
Edit photos with LightZone, a digital darkroom application for Mac, Windows and Linux.
5
fSpy
fspy.ioAlso covers linux, macos, and photography
Match a photograph's perspective to a 3D scene with fSpy, an open-source cross-platform application.
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OpenPuff
embeddedsw.net/OpenPuff_Steganography_Home.htmlAlso covers linux and photography
Hide data in files or add watermarks with OpenPuff, a steganography program for Windows.
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exiftool
exiftool.orgAlso covers photography
Read, write and edit image metadata with ExifTool, a command-line application and Perl library.
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Also covers photography
Develop RAW photos and manage photography workflows with darktable, an open-source application.
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Aperisolve
aperisolve.comAlso covers linux and photography
Analyze images for hidden data with Aperi'Solve, which extracts layers and bit planes for steganography checks.
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Also covers photography · free
Blur faces, redact text and hide private details in images with this free browser-based editor.
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Aperisolve
aperisolve.frAlso covers linux and photography
Inspect image layers and bit planes with Aperi'Solve's online steganography analysis platform.
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Also covers photography · free plan
View, create and edit EXIF metadata with Exif Pilot, a free image metadata editor.
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Also covers photography
Manage ExifTool from a Windows interface with ExifToolGui, a graphical front end for the metadata utility.
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Also covers photography
Find geolocation data in image URLs and directories, then inspect the results with OpenStreetMap integration.
15
Also covers photography · free plan
Optimize images and convert them to Base64 strings with this free online encoder.
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EXIF Data Viewer
exifdata.comAlso covers photography
View, edit and remove EXIF metadata from images with this privacy-focused online tool.
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CameraSummary
camerasummary.comAlso covers photography
Extract EXIF camera information from JPEG images with this online metadata viewer.
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Forensically
29a.ch/photo-forensicsAlso covers photography
Analyze images with free online photo forensics tools for error levels, noise and hidden edits.
19
Image Scrubber
everestpipkin.github.io/image-scrubberAlso covers photography
Scrub images by blurring or painting over sensitive areas, then save the edited file.
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adarsus
adarsus.com/en/remove-metadata-online-document…Also covers photography
Remove hidden metadata and data from images and other files with MetaClean's web service.
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Canon Camera Museum
global.canon/en/c-museum/camera-series.htmlAlso covers photography
Browse Canon cameras by product series in the Canon Camera Museum's online collection.
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Also covers photography
Inspect digital images with Sherloq's open-source forensic analysis tools.
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Also covers photography · free
Read a non-commercial encyclopedia covering cameras and photography equipment.
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Also covers photography · free plan
Inspect camera settings and Lightroom edits embedded in photos with PixelPeeper.
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What is the best alternative to HDRMerge?
Based on features, tags and platforms, the closest alternatives to HDRMerge are Hdrmerge, RawTherapee, and Photini.
Is there a free alternative to HDRMerge?
Yes. RawTherapee, Redacted, and ColorPilot are free or offer a free plan.
Are there open-source alternatives to HDRMerge?
Yes: RawTherapee, Photini, LightZone, and Darktable.
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