AndreaMosaic

Overview

AndreaMosaic is desktop software that builds a larger image from a collection of the user’s pictures. It suits people who want control over tile libraries and substantial local collections, especially those who can work within the free edition’s capacity. Its central trade-off is clear: Standard is free for personal and commercial use with credit, while the higher-capacity editions have no stated price.

Standard supports mosaics up to 200 megapixels and 30,000 tiles. The maker, based in Wila, Switzerland, requires users of the free version to reference or credit AndreaMosaic.

For a broader category comparison, see Photo Mosaic Software.

Key features

AndreaMosaic combines a custom tile library, tile-reuse controls and batch processing, useful for creators working with curated picture sets or producing multiple mosaics. It supports JPEG, TIFF, BMP, PNG, PSD, PSB and PPM output. The edition determines how large a job can be and which advanced exports are available:

The free edition’s 30,000-tile ceiling is the practical constraint for larger or more detailed work. Bonus expands collection size and patterns, but does not raise that tile cap. Professional is the fit when project scale or editable, individually exported tiles matter.

Pricing

AndreaMosaic uses a freemium model. Standard (Free) costs 0.00 USD per free and includes up to 200 megapixels, 30,000 tiles and 50,000 images, along with mosaic creation and printing features. There is no demo restriction or time limit, and the free version permits personal and commercial use when users provide the required credit. It is the sensible starting point for work within those limits.

Bonus has custom pricing and includes 30,000 tiles, 100,000 images, additional patterns and TIFF/Photoshop transparency. It suits users who need those extras but not a larger tile count. Professional also has custom pricing; its 100-gigapixel and 500,000-tile limits, 2,000,000-image collections, Photoshop tile layers and individual tile export target substantially larger or more editable projects. No free trial is offered, so the free edition is the available no-cost option.

Platforms

AndreaMosaic is desktop software for Windows, macOS and Linux. Windows support spans XP through Windows 11, and a portable Windows version is available. The maker provides a macOS version for 10.7–10.14 and a separate version for 10.15–26. Linux users can run it through PlayOnLinux or Wine, rather than a stated native Linux build.

For extracting images from video files, the download page recommends installing selected K-Lite Video for Windows codecs. The maker links VirusTotal reports for Windows, macOS installer, portable and Mojave downloads, saying they are verified by more than 50 antivirus programs. Support is handled through a helpdesk ticket form. The privacy policy says personal data is used for licensing, support, and tax and accounting obligations; payment providers process transactions, are PCI-DSS compliant, and do not disclose full card numbers to Unyma.

Who it's for

AndreaMosaic is a strong fit for desktop users who want to create mosaics from their own picture collections, need batch processing or tile-reuse controls, and can meet the relevant edition’s capacity. Standard is particularly compelling for personal or commercial projects that stay within 200 megapixels and 30,000 tiles. Bonus is more appropriate when extra patterns, a larger collection or transparency matter; Professional is aimed at high-capacity work and tile-level Photoshop output.

It is less suitable for teams seeking web-based creation or a clearly priced upgrade path, or for users whose Linux workflow depends on native support. The available capacity is also a poor fit for projects exceeding Standard’s tile cap unless Professional’s custom-priced tier is acceptable.

Pros and cons

• Pros: The full Standard edition is free without a time limit or demo restriction, including commercial use with credit, making it usable beyond a trial workflow.
• Pros: The Professional ceiling of 100 gigapixels, 500,000 tiles and 2,000,000 images accommodates projects far beyond Standard’s stated capacity.
• Pros: Custom tile libraries, reuse controls, batch processing and seven output formats give creators useful workflow and export options.
• Cons: Standard stops at 30,000 tiles, and Bonus keeps the same tile ceiling, so neither is an upgrade for larger tile counts.
• Cons: Bonus and Professional have custom pricing, which makes upgrade costs less predictable than the free entry tier.
• Cons: Linux use relies on PlayOnLinux or Wine, and the video-image workflow calls for selected Windows codecs.

Alternatives

Choose Picture Mosaics Online Mosaic Tool if web or iOS access matters more than a desktop workflow; creation is free with an account, while downloads, prints and video files are paid, including a 29.00 USD per once personal SD video download.

EasyMoza is a web option for users who can work with a low-resolution free download or prefer its 595.00 USD per once XL High Resolution plan for a big JPG output.

PhotoMosaic.ai may suit users who want web creation with guest photo contributions, AI color matching and 4,800×4,800px resolution in its always-free lower-resolution plan.

Consider PicTiler for a web-based service with standard-quality free output and a paid HD service.

Rapid-Mosaic is another Windows option, with free local mosaic creation and online print ordering; its Professional plan costs 29.00 GBP per once.

For a Python package and command-line workflow, phomo is free across Linux, macOS and Windows; CUDA acceleration requires a compatible GPU and CUDA toolkit.

Photo Mosaica is an iOS and macOS alternative for users who want adjustable mosaic diversity and size.

Photomosaic.work offers a web-based, credit-pack model, with one-time packs from 10.00 USD for 10 credits.

Verdict

AndreaMosaic is a strong choice for desktop creators who want a genuinely usable free mosaic tool and can stay within Standard’s 30,000-tile limit. Its broad platform coverage, batch workflow and higher-capacity Professional edition extend its appeal, but the upgrade tiers’ custom pricing and Linux compatibility layer are reasons to look elsewhere if cost certainty or native web/Linux access is essential.