Looking for a clean PerfectPixel alternative? PixelLayer Pro gives designers up to 6 free layers, 1:1 Retina pixel mapping, opacity diff mode, and keyboard alignment.
| Key Metric / Capability | PixelLayer Pro (AppStudio Desk) | PerfectPixel (Legacy) |
|---|---|---|
| Free Overlays Allowed | ✅ Up to 6 Layers Free | ❌ Limited to 2 layers on free tier |
| High-DPI / Retina Scaling | ✅ Crisp 1:1 Pixel Mapping | ❌ Scaling offset issues reported in user reviews |
| Invert & Opacity Diff | ✅ Supported natively | ✅ Supported natively |
| Zero Cloud Uploads | ✅ Local browser storage (No cloud) | ✅ Local storage |
| Pro Pricing | ✅ £19 / year | ❌ $25 / year |
PixelLayer Pro follows our clean pricing policy: Free Forever Tier • £19/yr Pro. There are no surprise price hikes, no required third-party API subscriptions, and all billing is self-serve via Stripe.
Unlike older extensions that embed analytics scripts, PixelLayer Pro runs locally in your browser sandbox. No account is needed for the free tier, zero personal history is collected, and no user data is sold. Pro licenses use simple email login via Stripe and ExtensionPay.