ibis Paint X Alternatives for Mac

ibis Paint X is not available for Mac but there are plenty of alternatives that runs on macOS with similar functionality. The best Mac alternative is Krita, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to ibis Paint X and 19 are available for Mac so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Mac alternatives to ibis Paint X are Adobe Photoshop, Affinity, MyPaint and SketchBook.

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  1. Krita icon

    Krita

     1414 likes

    Free, open-source painting software designed by artists for artists. Offers customizable UI, 9 brush engines, color management, tablet support, non-destructive editing, and privacy features. Portable and available on major platforms, supporting seamless texture creation.

    142 Krita alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android Tablet
    • KDE Plasma
    • Epic Games Store
    • PortableApps.com
    • Steam
    • F-Droid
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    Comments about Krita as an Alternative to ibis Paint X
    Top Positive Comment
    Guest
    7

    Because of the layering, blending, and brushes. Which is the greatest thing in every drawing app.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    well i never really use krita since i have mediang paint pro... but for you? great!!

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    It's libre software and has more features

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 10 comments
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    • Krita is Free and Open Sourceibis Paint X is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Krita is Lightweight, Customizable and Privacy focusedibis Paint X is not according to our users
  2. Adobe Photoshop icon

    Adobe Photoshop

     2421 likes

    Comprehensive raster graphics editor offering advanced photo and image editing features. Supports multiple layers, masks, alpha compositing, various color models, and has limited vector graphics, 3D, and video capabilities. Extensible via plug-ins.

    225 Adobe Photoshop alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Wine
    • ReactOS
    • Google Chrome
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  4. Affinity icon

    Affinity

     55 likes

    Unified design solution merging advanced photo, vector, and layout tools for seamless workflow, non-destructive editing, RAW support, batch processing, AI enhancements, GPU acceleration, file compatibility, cloud asset integration, and tailored workspace options.

    68 Affinity alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
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  6. MyPaint icon

    MyPaint

     387 likes

    MyPaint is a fast, distraction-free, and easy painting tool for digital artists. It supports graphics tablets made by Wacom, and many similar devices.

    128 MyPaint alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • PortableApps.com
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  7. SketchBook icon

    SketchBook

     155 likes

    Sketchbook drawing software features an artist-friendly, gesture-based user interface that is so fast and intuitive even new users can be productive within minutes.

    79 SketchBook alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    Android (1)
     
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    Comments about SketchBook as an Alternative to ibis Paint X
    Top Positive Comment
    Guest
    1

    Easy to use and its not very confusing.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    8

    IbisPaint X is easier to get used to and provides more functions such as layers, and Autodesk Sketchbook is just uncomfortable and doesn't provide as much functions as a person such as me would prefer.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    i like ibis paint way better

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 7 comments
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    • SketchBook is Freemium and Proprietaryibis Paint X is also Freemium and Proprietary
  8. Clip Studio Paint icon

    Clip Studio Paint

     133 likes

    Professional software for comic and manga creation, optimized with panel layouts, perspective rulers, sketching, inking, toning, vector support, and 3D model import, suitable for artists seeking advanced drawing and coloring tools.

    102 Clip Studio Paint alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Samsung Galaxy Store
    Customizable workspace
     
  10. FireAlpaca icon

    FireAlpaca

     89 likes

    FireAlpaca is the image editor that can be used readily and easily. We made it possible to provide the completely free download, in order for our products to be experienced by more users from all over the world. It is available for both Mac and Windows users!

    124 FireAlpaca alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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  11. MediBang Paint icon

    MediBang Paint

     117 likes

    MediBang Paint is a lightweight software for illustration and making comic books on Windows and Mac OS.

    77 MediBang Paint alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Steam
    Great for anime or comics
     
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    Comments about MediBang Paint as an Alternative to ibis Paint X
    Guest
    Positive
    2

    It is awesome all the stuff you can use is amazing and th way you can blend; just awesome! Perfct for those anime lovers ;)

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

    It's not horrible per-sae but it's way too different from IbisPaint. Medibang is a relatively frustrating program if you use if for photo editing or want ANYTHING to do with symmetry. It's interface for desktop is confusing and don't even get me started on the fact that it's line correction is garbage. However, it's not the absolute worst and is preferable compared to programs such as Microsoft paint

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • MediBang Paint is Freemium and Proprietaryibis Paint X is also Freemium and Proprietary
    • MediBang Paint is Lightweightibis Paint X is not according to our users
  12. Corel Painter icon

    Corel Painter

     70 likes

    Corel Painter offers realistic traditional media simulation with features like customizable brushes, extensive format support, layering, blending tools, and more, tailored for professional artists working in drawing, painting, and printmaking.

    81 Corel Painter alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    Painter on Mac OS X
     
  13. Gimp Paint Studio icon

    Gimp Paint Studio

     30 likes

    GPS (aka Gimp Paint Studio) is a collection of brushes, patterns, color gradients, accompanying tool presets and dynamics. Tool presets are a simply saved tool options, highly useful feature of the GIMP.

    76 Gimp Paint Studio alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • GIMP
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    Comments about Gimp Paint Studio as an Alternative to ibis Paint X
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    I like it cause the brushes and such are easy to use and are awsome!

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    amazing. the only problem is that there is too much of everything and more suitable for photo editing

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Gimp Paint Studio is Free and Open Sourceibis Paint X is Freemium and Proprietary
  14. 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

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    Comments about HEAVYPAINT as an Alternative to ibis Paint X
    Gaian Terra Canis Rufus
    Negative
    0

    more like a realistic paint app than Ibis Paint X is normally

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    HEAVYPAINT icon
    HEAVYPAINT icon
    • HEAVYPAINT is Freemium and Proprietaryibis Paint X is also Freemium and Proprietary
  15. Tayasui Sketches icon

    Tayasui Sketches

     26 likes

    Sketches is a perfect mix of beauty, simplicity and power, a truly unique combination you won't find anywhere else.

    78 Tayasui Sketches alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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