One of the standout features in iOS 16 is the ability to generate cutout-style images of objects and people from existing photos. This feature empowers users to craft stickers, modify backgrounds, or set these cutouts as wallpapers. Although Android currently lacks a built-in feature for this, various third-party apps have offered similar functionality for quite some time. Here’s a compilation of some top apps that facilitate easy background removal and cutout creation.
1. **Blend**
The Blend app stands out as our preferred choice for creating cutouts. It boasts high accuracy, particularly in removing backgrounds from human subjects, animals, and diverse objects. Positioned as a “photo editor, graphic design, and poster maker,” Blend offers built-in templates, stickers, and text editing features. It even goes the extra mile by suggesting contextually fitting backgrounds for products or people.
2. **PicWish**
Another notable background remover app is PicWish. It not only facilitates background removal but also allows users to add shadows, colors, or random backdrops to their subjects. Although the app takes a bit longer to process images, the results tend to be more accurate than some other alternatives. If you wish to save your cutout as a transparent PNG, PicWish has you covered, though note that the app adds a watermark to images, requiring a subscription for removal.
3. **Background Remover & Eraser**
While not the most precise app, Background Eraser is an excellent option for those seeking a quick and straightforward solution. The cutout process is entirely automatic, allowing users to sit back and let the app work its magic. Once done, the resulting cutout can be saved as a transparent PNG for use as stickers or integration into other backgrounds.
4. **Erase.bg**
Erase.bg shares similarities with Background Eraser in terms of accuracy and features. Its standout feature is the ability to remove backgrounds in bulk, although this functionality is behind a paywall. The free version, however, performs as advertised, producing quick cutouts ready for sharing on various platforms.
5. **Pokecut**
Pokecut distinguishes itself with a visually appealing interface and user-friendly design. After adding your image to the app, you can instruct it to create your cutouts. If the result doesn’t meet your expectations, the app allows manual selections. The standout feature here is the batch background removal tool, available without a paywall, enabling users to remove backgrounds from multiple pictures simultaneously.