Free GIMP Alternatives for iPad

GIMP is not available for iPad but there are plenty of alternatives with similar functionality. The best free iPad alternative is Pixlr. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to GIMP and 18 are free and available for iPad so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting free iPad alternatives to GIMP are MediBang Paint, Polarr, Adobe Photoshop Express and Pixen.

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  1. Pixlr icon

    Pixlr

     389 likes

    Web-based editor with AI image generation, quick fixes, overlays, intricate lighting and texture adjustments, customizable templates, advanced filters, support for layers, high-res export, and ad-free premium features for accessible image and design editing.

    227 Pixlr alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    Comments about Pixlr as an Alternative to GIMP
    Top Positive Comment
    Guest
    -2

    Similar interface and similar tools.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    6

    Nothing like Gimp it's a really minimal toned town bad vertion to photoshop and gimp

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Hank_Scorpio
    Negative
    2

    Missing loads of features gimp has. Can’t make layers. Selection tools are basically nonexistent. Disappointing.

    3 of 7 comments
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    • Pixlr is Freemium and ProprietaryGIMP is Free and Open Source
  4. Polarr icon

    Polarr

     119 likes

    Offers advanced filters, high-precision color and light tools, clarity, dehaze, batch export, watermarking, custom filter creation, touch and mouse access, infinite undo, HSL/RGB curves, blending, and workspace customization for versatile editing needs.

    140 Polarr alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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  6. Adobe Photoshop Express icon

    Adobe Photoshop Express

     117 likes

    Adobe's mobile photo-editing app lets you edit, share, and upload photos across devices. With features like free 2 GB storage, original size backup, and extra tools for advanced editing, it enhances your images for social media without reducing file quality.

    168 Adobe Photoshop Express alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
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    Comments about Adobe Photoshop Express as an Alternative to GIMP
    Guest
    Negative
    9

    No way comparable to GIMP, much too simple in functions. It doesn't give as much options for editing images, as GIMP does.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Adobe Photoshop Express icon
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    • Adobe Photoshop Express is Freemium and ProprietaryGIMP is Free and Open Source
  7. Pixen icon

    Pixen

     18 likes

    Pixen is a pixel art editor designed for working with low-resolution raster art, such as those 8-bit sprites found in old-school video games. With innovative features like a color palette system, patterns, and high-zoom support, Pixen packs all the tools pixel artists need in an...

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPad
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  8. Photomator icon

    Photomator

     4 likes

    Photomator is the most powerful photo editing app ever designed for a mobile device. It features over 30 desktop-class color adjustments, support for over 600 RAW image formats, including Apple ProRAW, deep integration with the Photos app and iCloud Photos, tools powered by...

    61 Photomator alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
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  10. Bazaart icon

    Bazaart

     1 like

    Bazaart® is an award winning photo collage and design app. It allows you to create masterpieces on the go, and seamlessly work with Adobe Creative Cloud. Bazaart is available on iOS and Android devices.

    28 Bazaart alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    Select an image from the internet or your camera roll or even your adobe photoshop cloud ( .psd format)
     
  11. HEAVYPAINT icon

    HEAVYPAINT

     6 likes

    A simple yet secretly powerful painting app! Focus on pure colors and shapes with a streamlined interface. Ideal for plein air painting, color notes, sketches and studies.

    32 HEAVYPAINT alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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  12. XGimp icon

    XGimp

     4 likes

    XGimp is a version of gimp that works on a mobile. It can be used as a paint program, image editor or a photo retouching program.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
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  13. Lensa icon

    Lensa

     2 likes

    Lensa is the best photo app for selfies. It automates editing process allowing you to make perfect pictures in a matter of seconds.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
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  14. LightMarket icon

    LightMarket

     Like

    Presets and filters for Lightroom to enhance your photos. Make stunning photos easily in just few clicks. 

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Adobe Photoshop Lightroom
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  15. Pho.to icon

    Pho.to

     7 likes

    Improve and play with your digital pictures at Pho.to site with easy yet powerful editing tools and services. Enhance your pictures, have fun with your photos online, retouch portraits and share your photos for free. Free Pho.to services:

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
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