Clean Up vs Magic Editor vs Generative Edit: Detailed Comparison

Ever since Apple announced theClean Up featurein its Apple Intelligence suite, I’ve been itching to try it out on the iPhone 15 Pro Max. Finally, withiOS 18.1Beta 3, Apple dropped the AI-powered Clean Up tool in thePhotos app. But hey, I didn’t just want to try it out; I wanted to see how it stacks up against the competition – Samsung’s Generative Edit (enhanced version of Object Eraser) and Google’s Magic Editor (Advanced version of Magic Eraser). So, here’s a quick comparison:

Test 1: The Easy One

First, I tested with a photo with a simple background – nothing too complicated. All three tools managed to remove me from the background without much fuss. But here’s where it gets interesting – Samsung’s Generative Edit tool not only removed me from the picture but also added a white lane divider marking on the road. Pixel’s Magic Editor also added it, though the execution wasn’t perfect. On the other hand, the iPhone’s Clean Up tool just left the road plain, without bothering to add any extra details.

Winner:Generative Edit (Samsung Galaxy)

Test 2: The Scenic Shot

While on a trip with friends, I stumbled upon this stunning waterfall view. Of course, there were people everywhere taking hundreds of photos for Instagram. Since I had my Samsung Galaxy S23 handy, I snapped a shot with people in it, then used the Generative Edit to remove them. The result? Pretty impressive.

I later tried the same on the office’s iPhone and Pixel, and both delivered solid results. The water and trees around looked natural – nothing screamed photoshopped. So, it’s a tie between Samsung’s Generative Edit, Google’s Magic Editor, and iPhone’s Clean Up tools.

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Winner:Draw

Test 3: The Tough One

Time to up the game! This time, I picked a picture that was a real challenge for all three object removal tools. It was a close battle between the iPhone and Pixel with both handling the subject’s removal and filling in details quite accurately. However, the Magic Editor’s result was more impressive because of how well it handled the edge of the office sofa. Samsung did a decent job, but it added a shadow on the wall making the image a bit dull.

Winner:Magic Editor (Google Pixel)

Test 4: The Fun Test

Okay, I know you’re probably not usingobject remover toolsfor this, but just for fun, I wanted to see how well each tool could fill the background using AI. The Clean Up tool clearly messed up the fences, while Pixel’s Magic Editor and Samsung’s Generative Edit tool did a more respectable job. But honestly, Magic Editor stole the show – it filled in the fences behind my bird with impressive accuracy. So, if you’re dealing with a complex background with tiny objects or people, Magic Editor might be your best bet.

What’s the Final Take

All three object removal tools do a decent enough job of erasing objects and people from images generating the background. But if I had to pick a favorite, Magic Editor usually delivers the most satisfying results. The photos I used were purely for testing purpose, so you might not run into such tricky situations often.

That said, if you already own an iPhone or Samsung phone, you’re pretty much stuck with their built-in tools. But here’s a pro tip: Magic Editor on Pixel is available for all smartphones through the Google Photos app. So, if your current device isn’t cutting it, just download Google Photos from theApp StoreorPlay Storeand give it a shot for free.

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Rahul is your go-to guide for fixing Windows, Steam, Android, Samsung TV, and Google Chrome. An engineering college dropout who followed his passion for tech, he brings 3 years of troubleshooting experience and 2+ years of running his own tech blog to the table. When he’s not solving your tech problems, you’ll find him unwinding with the latest anime or K-drama.

Clean Up vs Magic Editor vs Generative Edit: Detailed Comparison