: Version 2 features updated icons and a cleaner interface, including a more intuitive Preferences dialog .

: The software now allows exporting in the JPEG XL format , which provides superior compression and high dynamic range support.

: For the first time, users can purchase a Universal License that covers Photo, Designer, and Publisher across macOS, Windows, and iPadOS. Is It Right for You?

Affinity Photo 2 is designed for "manual" editors who want deep control without AI-driven automation or recurring fees. However, it lacks built-in digital asset management (DAM) features like those found in Adobe Lightroom, so many users pair it with tools like DXO Photolab. Top 10 Changes in Affinity Photo Version 2!

: New dynamic masking tools allow you to create masks based on specific Luminosity ranges , Hue ranges (colors), or Band Pass (frequency). These update automatically if the underlying image changes.

: You can save different versions of your layer stack to quickly compare various editing "looks" or configurations. Performance and Compatibility

: This tool allows you to non-destructively distort images to fit surfaces, such as wrapping a label around a bottle or placing an image onto a warped book page.

: Unlike earlier versions, you can now develop RAW files as linked or embedded layers, allowing you to return to the Develop Persona and change exposure or white balance settings at any time.