RapidRAW is a GPU-accelerated RAW image editor that supports non-destructive editing.
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Edit RAW photos non-destructively with RapidRAW, a GPU-accelerated alternative to Lightroom.
About RapidRAW
RapidRAW is a non-destructive RAW photo editor for Windows, macOS, and Linux. Edits are stored in sidecar files so original images remain unchanged, and image adjustments are processed on the GPU. It includes photo library management, a preset system, batch operations, and controls for tone curves, HSL color mixer, detail enhancement, and effects. Built-in tools provide AI subject, sky and foreground masking, automatic image tagging, and simple object removal. Further generative edits use an optional local ComfyUI connection or RapidRAW Cloud subscription.
Key features
- Edits stored in sidecar files, originals unchanged
- GPU processing of image adjustments
- AI masks for subject, sky and foreground
- Automatic image tagging on local computer
- Batch application of adjustments to multiple images
- Tone curves, HSL mixer, detail and effects controls
Best for: Photographers on Windows, macOS, or Linux who need non-destructive RAW editing with local AI masking and tagging.
Good for
- 20 MB application size stated on homepage
- Sidecar workflow leaves original images untouched
- Built-in AI masking and tagging run locally with no setup
Watch out for
- Generative edits need a local ComfyUI server or Cloud subscription
- Self-hosted workflow is described for users with a capable GPU
- Blog notes camera tethering limitation for Windows users
RapidRAW at a glance
- Website
- getrapidraw.com
- Category
- Design & Creative › Image Creation & Editing
- Type
- Online tool
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- Linux, macOS, Web, Windows
- Open source
- Not stated
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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RapidRAW FAQ
What happens to original files when editing?
All edits are stored in a sidecar file, leaving the original images unchanged.
What are the options for generative object removal?
Simple object removal is built in. Further edits use an optional local ComfyUI server connection or the RapidRAW Cloud service.
What do the built-in AI tools require?
According to the homepage, they run entirely on the computer and require no setup.
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