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Apple PhotosMylio Photos
Free

Included with Apple devices; extra iCloud storage is a separate purchase.

 Freemium

Free to start, with paid plans that include a setup coaching session.

macOS, iOS Windows, macOS, Android, iOS
  • Built into every Mac, iPhone and iPad
  • Search by people, places, objects and events
  • Combines photos from drives, cards and devices into one timeline
  • No cloud storage required
  • Only available on Apple platforms
  • Cross-device sync depends on iCloud
  • Not open source
  • Full features require a paid plan
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Closed source Closed source
License not stated License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked October 2, 2026

Checked September 23, 2026

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