On-prem vs Cloud Background Removal: Choosing the Best Solution

Background Removal is one of the most powerful tools in Perfectly Clear’s AI-driven tool offerings. It allows you to take any image, strip away the background, and instantly create a clean, professional result that’s ready for any backdrop or brand setting, creating an additional revenue stream.

Now, you can choose how you want to deploy Background Removal: in the Cloud vs On-Premise (On-Prem). Both options are built on intelligent AI, but the way they fit into your workflow can differ. Let’s dive into the key differences and decide which solution is best for your business.

Why Perfectly Clear’s Background Removal Matters

Whether you’re running a photography program at a resort, selling experiences on a cruise line, or managing image workflows in schools and sports, backgrounds make or break your final product. Clean cutouts unlock new revenue opportunities by:

  • Giving you flexibility to place guests into branded or themed settings
  • Reducing manual editing time
  • Improving image quality, which leads to higher conversion rates and sales
  • Unlocking the power of image enhancement and background removal at the same time

Background Removal is no longer a nice-to-have – it’s a revenue driver. The question is: should it run in the Cloud or On-prem?

Cloud Background Removal

The Cloud version of Background Removal has been a go-to solution for many customers.

Key benefits:

  • Scalable and flexible: Process thousands of images without worrying about local server limits and processing power
  • No local setup required: Everything runs in the Cloud, so there’s no need to maintain infrastructure
  • Easy integration: Works seamlessly with existing online workflows

Best fit for:

  • Businesses with strong, consistent internet connections
  • High-volume teams needing on-demand scalability
  • Operations where IT resources are limited and simplicity is preferred

On-prem Background Removal

Our new On-prem option brings the same AI-powered Background Removal directly to your servers.

Key benefits:

  • No internet connection required: Processing happens locally
  • No AWS or cloud processing fees
  • Privacy and security: Images never leave your environment, ensuring maximum control of sensitive data
  • Local deployment: Runs in a docker container on your own infrastructure

Best fit for:

  • Attractions, cruise lines, or resorts where internet reliability is a concern
  • Schools and sports programs where privacy of student images is critical
  • Businesses looking for predictable costs without ongoing cloud usage fees

Side-by-Side Comparison

Choosing between On-prem vs Cloud Background Removal guide

on-prem vs in cloud Background Removal comparison chart

Perfectly Clear now offers the best of both worlds. Whether you want the flexibility and scalability of Cloud or the security and cost-control of On-prem, Background Removal can be tailored to your workflow any way. 

Ready to explore which options fit your business best?

Book a demo with our team, and we’ll talk you through the solution that aligns best with your goals.