Corel PaintShop Pro AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Raw Photo Editors

The best Raw Photo Editors alternative to Corel PaintShop Pro is GIMP, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Corel PaintShop Pro and many of them are Raw Photo Editors so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Raw Photo Editors alternatives to Corel PaintShop Pro are Adobe Photoshop, Affinity Photo, Affinity and Photopea.

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  1. GIMP icon

    GIMP

     4729 likes

    GIMP delivers powerful functionalities for photo retouching, image composition, and format conversion. As a versatile tool, it serves as both a simple paint program and a high-end retouching suite, and offers batch processing for mass image tasks in an accessible open-source platform.

    190 GIMP alternatives

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    Comments about GIMP as an Alternative to Corel PaintShop Pro
    shelleybryan
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    ive used them both and i like gimp

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
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    Just as good - and simpler

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • GIMP is Free and Open SourceCorel PaintShop Pro is Paid and Proprietary
    • GIMP is Customizable, Privacy focused and LightweightCorel PaintShop Pro is not according to our users
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    Adobe Photoshop

     2420 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

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    • Paid
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    • Mac
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    • Online
    • Android
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    • Wine
    • ReactOS
    • Google Chrome
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  4. Affinity Photo icon

    Affinity Photo

     552 likes

    Real-time image editing software supporting extensive colour spaces, unlimited layers, non-destructive edits, and a streamlined workspace for complex tasks on Windows, Mac, and iPad.

    101 Affinity Photo alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Discontinued

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    • Mac
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    • iPad
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    Comments about Affinity Photo as an Alternative to Corel PaintShop Pro
    Guest
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    Easier, more intuitive, focuses on photo editing, does one job really well and the fact that there is a purchase price instead of a subscription speaks for itself about value for money.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Affinity Photo is Paid and ProprietaryCorel PaintShop Pro is also Paid and Proprietary
    • Affinity Photo is Lightweight and Privacy focusedCorel PaintShop Pro is not according to our users
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    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

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
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  7. Photopea icon

    Photopea

     336 likes

    Browser-based image editing supports PSD, XCF, Sketch formats, advanced layers, vector tools, RAW photo support, and exports in 40+ formats. Fully client-side with AI background removal, content-aware tools, and privacy as files never leave your device.

    112 Photopea alternatives

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    • Freemium
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    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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  8. Adobe Lightroom icon

    Adobe Lightroom

     469 likes

    Maximize your photo editing and organizing abilities across platforms with non-destructive editing in high resolution and 1 TB of cloud storage. Harness simple tools like sliders to achieve your ideal image and automatically apply tags. Access and utilize Lightroom on mobile, web, or desktop.

    125 Adobe Lightroom alternatives

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    • Paid
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    • Online
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    Comments about Adobe Lightroom as an Alternative to Corel PaintShop Pro
    Guest
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    PaintShop Pro is in Editor like Photoshop not a RAW Converter like Lightroom. Thats not the same category of Software

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Adobe Lightroom is Paid and ProprietaryCorel PaintShop Pro is also Paid and Proprietary
  11. Pixelmator icon

    Pixelmator

     421 likes

    Image editing software for macOS and iOS, offering nondestructive, GPU-powered editing with machine learning features, RAW support, custom brushes, and seamless macOS integration for touch-ups, painting, and creative compositions.

    155 Pixelmator alternatives

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    • Paid
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  12. Luminar Neo icon

    Luminar Neo

     82 likes

    Advanced RAW photo editing software equipped with AI-driven features like GenErase, GenExpand, and GenSwap. Enhances portraits and landscapes using Sky AI and Atmosphere AI. Compatible with Adobe and Apple products, supports multiple formats, and offers panorama stitching, noise reduction, and more.

    86 Luminar Neo alternatives

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    • Paid
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    • Apple Photos
    • Adobe Photoshop
    • visionOS
    • Adobe Lightroom
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  13. 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

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    • Freemium
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  14. 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

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    • Freemium
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  15. Capture One icon

    Capture One

     35 likes

    Capture One is a leading raw converter and workflow software which enables photographers to reduce the time and effort required to deliver astounding ready-to-use images with excellent color and detail.

    54 Capture One alternatives

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