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withoutBG vs PHORM

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withoutBG compared with PHORM
DetailwithoutBG logo withoutBGPHORM logo PHORM
What it doesBackground removal API and self-hosted open-weight model for image matting Photo to print-ready 3D model
StageNot given Not given
Founded2022 Not given
Based inDE KZ
Pricing modelFreemium Freemium
PricingPro Model API: 50 free credits on signup, then credit packs from €10 (100 credits at €0.10 each) to €500 (10,000 credits at €0.05 each), or equivalent monthly subscriptions. Open-weight model: Apache-2.0, free to self-host. Free: 2 models and 6 AI photos once, plus 3 repairs monthly. Hobby $9/month: 10 models and 20 AI photos monthly. Maker $19/month: 20 models and 40 AI photos monthly, with commercial use. Studio $39/month: 40 models and 80 AI photos monthly, with priority queue and model returns. Model packs from $4.
Key features
  • Pro Model API with managed REST infrastructure in Frankfurt, Germany
  • Open-weight Apache-2.0 model for self-hosting on Python, Docker, or macOS
  • Alpha matte output for precise edge refinement
  • Refine feature with Keep and Remove brush strokes
  • Optimized for hair, fur, and complex edges
  • Native macOS app with batch processing and on-device Apple Silicon inference
  • GIMP 3.0 plugin for local background removal
  • Docker support with web UI and headless API
  • Photo to 3D model conversion
  • AI photo generation from text prompts
  • Automatic mesh repair and printability check
  • Multicolor 3MF for Bambu Lab AMS
  • Text and logo engraving
  • STL and 3MF export with Bambu Lab print profile
  • Repair of STL, GLB and 3MF files
  • QR code engraving and color editing
What makes it different
  • Publishes benchmarked results comparing against alternatives including remove.bg with losses included
  • Same API schema for both managed API and self-hosted open-weight model for easy switching
  • RAM-only processing with no image storage or training on customer uploads
  • p95 latency of 1.95 seconds on managed API with EU hosting for GDPR compliance
  • No subscription lock-in with optional monthly billing or one-time credit packs
  • No 3D modeling skills required
  • Watertight mesh guaranteed before download
  • Works with any slicer and printer
  • Free plan with no card required
  • Optimized for Bambu Lab printers
Free planNot given Not given
Open sourceNot given Not given
PlatformsNot given Not given
Public APINot given Not given
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)36 no change since last check7 +5 (up) since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)50
Citation Flow (Majestic)3218
Referring domains (Majestic)1605

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