5 Best Image Annotation Tools in 2025
Blog post from Roboflow
James Gallagher's article, published on January 9, 2025, reviews five leading image annotation tools—Roboflow Annotate, CVAT, Make Sense, Labelbox, and Scale AI—for computer vision projects, emphasizing their impact on the efficiency and productivity of building robust models. Roboflow Annotate, favored by over 250,000 engineers, offers automated labeling solutions and collaborative features, available for free on the Public plan, with paid options for private projects. CVAT, an open-source tool initially developed by Intel, supports various annotation tasks and integrates with major cloud storage services, with both free and paid plans. Make Sense is a browser-based, open-source tool requiring no sign-up and integrates with Roboflow, enabling efficient annotation through model assistance. Labelbox provides a comprehensive platform for annotating various data types, with tools for collaboration and data exploration, charging based on image storage needs. Scale AI offers a suite of annotation tools across domains, with limited pricing information but options for pay-as-you-go and enterprise tiers, highlighting the importance of selecting the right tool to optimize project timelines and productivity.