How I Tested 8 AI Headshot Tools for a German Job Application in 2026

I needed a fresh LinkedIn photo for a job hunt this spring and didn't want to pay 200 euros for a German studio session. So I tested eight AI headshot generators on the same set of 12 selfies and graded them on three things: realism, German recruiter perception, and data privacy. Here's the short version. Best free option: Canva's headshot generator gives you two free credits a day and a clean interface. The output is fine for LinkedIn but a little plastic at 200% zoom.