HeadshotMaster AI Headshot Generator

When I asked ChatGPT to suggest some free AI headshot tools, one option jumped out at me HeadshotMaster. The promise was clear and catchy: no signup, no cost, just upload a selfie and get a professional headshot instantly.

That kind of “instant studio” pitch was too tempting to ignore. So, I gave it a try to see if it could actually deliver a LinkedIn-worthy headshot or if it was just another AI quick fix.

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The Signup & Pricing Experience

Right from the start, HeadshotMaster felt different from other tools.

• No signup form before generating.
• No hidden credit system or paywall.
• Downloads were completely free.

This “no barrier” entry makes it a good pick for people who just want to test the waters without committing.

HeadshotMaster – 100% Free AI Headshot Generator

The 7-Step Setup

Once I clicked Generate Now, I was taken through a guided 7-step process. Here’s what it looked like:

• Step 1: Pick hair color
• Step 2: Glasses on or off
• Step 3: Beard style options
• Step 4: Ethnicity (with customization, though the “Other” option glitched and couldn’t be clicked)
• Step 5: Choose between close-up or full-frame shots
• Step 6: Select styles like professional or modern
• Step 7: Upload your photos (at least 1, max 4)

The flow itself was smooth, but the upload step was frustrating. Many of my selfies were rejected for no clear reason. After several tries, only a few were accepted.

Once the photos went through, though, the generation was fast - just 2–3 minutes - and downloading the results was quick and free

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Before & After

• The results? Not so impressive.
• The AI outputs didn’t fully resemble me.
• My face looked slimmer than real life.
• Many photos made me appear younger than my actual age.

A couple of shots leaned toward realism, but overall, none felt authentically “me.” Instead of seeing myself in a polished professional headshot, it felt like looking at an AI-made version of me - close, but not “me.”

Before and After Results Comparison

Pros & Cons

What I Liked ✅

• The best part? It’s completely free and you don’t even need to sign up before testing it. Just click and start.
• The 7-step setup felt simple and beginner-friendly — even if you’re not tech-savvy, you’ll know what to do.
• I liked how you could personalize it with details like gender, age, hair color, beard, glasses, and ethnicity — it feels * like the AI is trying to capture your look. The style options were flexible too: you can go for a close-up, a full-body shot, or switch between modern and professional vibes depending on what you want.
• Fast results (2–3 minutes).
• Easy downloads.

What Frustrated Me ❌

• Many of my selfies weren’t accepted during upload.
• Ethnicity “Other” option didn’t work (UI glitch).
• Only 8 results with limited variation.
• Biggest flaw: the photos didn’t feel like me — altered, slimmed, and too young.

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Final Verdict

HeadshotMaster nails the process and customization part — the guided steps are simple, the style options are varied, and the results come quickly without signup hassles. But the biggest issue is the lack of realism. A headshot should look like you, only polished. These made me look slimmer, younger, and in some cases almost unrecognizable. That’s not what you want for LinkedIn or a professional resume.

⭐ My Rating: 5/10

(Great process, poor realism.)

If you just want to play around with styling options, HeadshotMaster is a fun free tool to test. But if you’re serious about personal branding, this one isn’t ready yet.