Photo stitching software allow you to merge multiple photos into one, and are a great way to get around Instagram’s 10-photo limit.

　　Maybe you’ve decided you need photo stitching software, but aren’t sure what to do next. After all, there are tons of options available, and no two are alike. Read below to find out what you should look for when choosing a photo stitcher.

　　System Requirements

　　First of all, any photo stitching software you choose needs to work on your computer. Some options on our list are Windows or Mac-only, while others are cross-compatible on Windows, Mac, and Linux. There are also online options for those who like to stitch photos across devices. Secondly, the photo stitching software shouldn’t take up too much room on your hard drive, or eat up computer resources. Check the System Requirements/Specs tab found on the product’s website to see how much available memory and hard disc space you need for the photo stitcher to work properly - without causing all of your other programs to run slow. You’ll also find out what image formats the software supports for import and export.

　　Ease of Use

　　If you are a beginner, you’ll want to find a photo stitching software that merges photos automatically, with one click. If you like to create collages, you’ll want a program with grid templates you can simply drag your images on and call it a day.

　　Professionals and more advanced users may be looking for tools to create custom collages from scratch, offering more creative control. Whatever your skill level, look for photo stitching software with a clean, intuitive interface so you won’t waste precious time trying to find the tools to stitch photos.

　　Price

　　The photo stitching software on our list run the gamut in terms of affordability. Some are completely free, while others have an expensive monthly fee. We recommend choosing premium software with a dedicated free version. Completely free software sometimes lacks the polish and features found in paid options, however, you’ll want to try out any software before handing over your money. You may find the free version suits your needs, or you may decide to upgrade sometime in the future.

　　Features

　　The final piece of the photo stitcher puzzle is features. If you only need a tool to create panoramas, a simple panorama creator will do the trick. However, most of you will probably want photo stitching software that does other photo editing tasks as well. This can save you from wasting time, money, and hard drive space downloading multiple software. Think of the photo editing features you use the most and make sure your photo stitcher can handle those needs.