What makes it special.
On-device analysis
Using Apple's Vision framework, Loupe groups faces (People), labels scenes and objects, extracts text (OCR), and places your photos by location. Nothing is uploaded — it's all processed and stored on your Mac.
Faceted search
A sidebar with Time, People, Place, Scene, and Type that stacks as AND filters. Find “summer 2025 + beach + Sarah” in seconds.
Import from your iPhone
Connect your iPhone over USB and import directly, without going through Photos. You can also drag in folders or Android exports. Loupe dedupes by hash so the same photo is never copied twice.
Find Similar and Trash
Detect bursts and near-duplicates with perceptual hashing so you keep the best shot. Junk review and a two-stage Trash prevent accidental deletions — Loupe never deletes on its own.
Frequently asked questions.
How much does Loupe cost?
It's free up to 750 photos. For an unlimited library, there's a one-time $9.99 USD unlock.
Is it a subscription?
No. It's a one-time unlock, with no subscription or recurring payments. It includes Family Sharing and Restore Purchases.
Are my photos uploaded to any server?
No. All analysis (faces, scenes, text, similar photos) happens on your Mac. The only network connection is Apple's service that turns GPS coordinates into place names; only the coordinates are sent, never your photos.
What happens to my original photos?
Loupe keeps a tidy copy in its own library. Your originals are never moved, changed, or deleted.
Which version of macOS do I need?
A recent version of macOS (macOS 14 or later).