The BlurMe alternative for API-based redaction
BlurMe is a browser-based photo and video face blur tool with manual editing controls. PiiBlur is built for teams that need API automation, webhooks, and repeatable media pipelines.
Different approaches
PiiBlur
PiiBlur is designed for recurring image and video redaction workflows. Use the dashboard for team uploads or the API and webhooks for backend processing.
BlurMe
BlurMe public pages describe browser-based face detection for photos and videos, selective unblur, custom blur zones, batch processing, blur and pixelation, and video redaction tools.
Feature comparison
Side-by-side comparison of PiiBlur and BlurMe.
| Feature | PiiBlur | BlurMe |
|---|---|---|
| Primary workflow | REST API and dashboard | Browser editor and online video redaction |
| Image support | Yes | Yes |
| Video support | MP4, MOV, WebM (up to 10 min) | Yes |
| Face detection | Yes | Yes |
| License plates | Yes | Public video redaction page mentions plates |
| Manual blur zones | No timeline editor | Yes |
| Selective unblur | No | Yes |
| REST API | Yes | Not clearly published on main pages |
| Webhooks | Yes | No public webhook workflow |
| Team dashboard | Yes | Editor-focused public workflow |
Pricing comparison
How pricing stacks up between PiiBlur and BlurMe.
| Plan | PiiBlur | BlurMe |
|---|---|---|
| Free tier | 100 images + 5 min video/mo | Free trial / free online tool copy |
| Entry plan | $49/mo - 5,000 images + 15 min video | See vendor pricing |
| Pricing model | Flat-rate subscription with API access | Online editor and product pricing |
| Automation | API and webhooks | Manual/browser workflow is most visible publicly |
Which one?
Choose PiiBlur if
- You need API automation and webhooks
- You need redaction before storage, publication, or downstream processing
- You need visual categories beyond faces and basic blur zones
- You need recurring team workflows with predictable plan volumes
Choose BlurMe if
- You want a browser editor for one-off manual edits
- You need selective unblur controls for creator-style videos
- You want to draw custom blur zones directly in an online editor
- Your workflow is occasional and interactive rather than API-driven
Frequently asked questions
Is BlurMe better for manual edits?
Often, yes. BlurMe may be a better fit for one-off browser edits where a person wants to select who stays visible or draw custom blur zones.
When is PiiBlur better than BlurMe?
PiiBlur is a better fit for API, team, and recurring workflows where media should be redacted automatically and moved through webhooks.
Does PiiBlur offer selective unblur?
No. PiiBlur applies redaction to selected PII categories across the file. For selective creative editing, a browser editor may be a better fit.
Public sources reviewed
Competitor information is based on publicly available data and may not reflect recent changes to features or pricing.