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I am looking for THE BEST hdr software which means quality, reality etc. The most expensive program I have found costs 119$, Photomatix of course, but does it mean it is the best ? I would be able to pay these 119 bucks if I were sure that it is really THE BEST (I'll keep repeating myself ). One time investment, however high, might work for a long time.
What do you think ?

Thanks for the link:
I had the Dynamic HDR program until losing it during a transition to new computer.  I liked it but, as this reviewer said, it is for making more "stylized" images.  I am considering the Photomatix package and renewing my venture into HDR ... Southwest Landscapes in harsh mid-day light make excellent subjects.  And, waiting for the perfect light isn't always possible on a vacation schedule.   

PS:  the two FREE packages sounded pretty good too ... or maybe not?   

I've been using Dynamic HDR for almost 3 years now and quite like it; good value for the money.   My top seller at Istock was made using this program.  I like the adjustments; both manual and automatic and the ability to make a natural looking image that still gets accepted by Microstock agencies.