Comparison

Sherly vs PimEyes

An honest, side-by-side comparison of Sherly and PimEyes for reverse face search in 2026.

Last updated: June 2026

Quick Verdict

Sherly wins on privacy and pricing. With on-device face processing via Apple Vision, no account requirement, and affordable pricing with free searches included, Sherly is the better choice for users who value privacy and simplicity. PimEyes may offer high (71% on clear photos) accuracy, but comes with trade-offs including expensive subscriptions starting at $30/month.

Feature-by-Feature Comparison

Feature	Sherly	PimEyes
Pricing	Free searches included, affordable credit packs & Pro subscription	Subscription ($30–$300/month)
Platforms	iOS & Android	Web only
Accuracy	High — powered by advanced AI facial recognition	High (71% on clear photos)
Account Required	No — fully anonymous	Varies
On-Device Processing	✅ Apple Vision framework	❌ Server-only
Photo Storage	❌ Never stored on server	Varies by provider
Free Searches	✅ Included	Limited or none
Mobile App	✅ Native iOS app	❌ Web only
Search Speed	Under 60 seconds	Varies
Face Database	❌ We don't build one	Varies

Sherly

A privacy-first face search app that processes photos on your device using Apple's Vision framework before performing a web search. No account needed, no face database, affordable pricing.

PimEyes

An online face recognition search engine that scans the open web for photos containing a given face. Primarily used for self-monitoring.

Common PimEyes Complaints

Expensive subscriptions starting at $30/month
Does not search social media or video platforms
Limited to open web results only
No mobile app available
Privacy concerns raised by advocacy groups

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