PhotoGIMP AlternativesImage Editors and other similar apps like PhotoGIMP

PhotoGIMP is described as 'Open-source patch transforms editing interface and shortcuts to match Adobe’s design, optimizing workspace and settings for users familiar with Photoshop' and is a Image Editor in the photos & graphics category. There are more than 10 alternatives to PhotoGIMP for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Android Tablet and BSD apps. The best PhotoGIMP alternative is GIMP, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like PhotoGIMP are Krita, Adobe Photoshop, Paint.NET and Affinity.

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  1. GIMP icon
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    Free open-source suite offering advanced photo retouching, image composition, original artwork creation, batch processing, plugin support, custom scripting, mass image format conversion, and integration with free publishing tools for comprehensive editing solutions.

    212 GIMP alternatives

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    • Mac
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    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Haiku
    • Flatpak
    • AmigaOS
    • AppImage
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  2. Krita icon
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    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.

    154 Krita alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android Tablet
    • KDE Plasma
    • Epic Games Store
    • PortableApps.com
    • F-Droid
    • Steam
    • AppImage
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  3. Adobe Photoshop icon
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    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.

    249 Adobe Photoshop alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Wine
    • ReactOS
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  4. Paint.NET icon
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    Free Windows image editor with support for layers, plugins, and special effects. Offers intuitive interface, works offline, ad-free, and portable, consuming fewer resources.

    172 Paint.NET alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
    • .NET Framework
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  5. Affinity icon
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    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.

    97 Affinity alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
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  6. Photopea icon
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    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.

    128 Photopea alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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  7. 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.

    176 Adobe Photoshop Express alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
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  8. ItsPaint icon
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    MS Paint for the Mac. Native, free and open source: blank canvas at any size, drop one image onto another, crop, and mark up screenshots.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

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    • Mac
    • Homebrew
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  9. GIMPshop icon
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    GIMPshop is essentially Gimp with some cosmetic changes. The Gimp’s menu structure and naming conventions are a constant source of frustration for users accustomed to Photoshop.

    70 GIMPshop alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Alerts

    • Discontinued

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
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  10. Gimel Studio icon
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    Gimel Studio is a non-destructive, 2D image editor focused on simplicity, speed, elegance and usability.

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  11. ArcBrush icon
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    Build non-destructive image pipelines with 99 composable nodes. One graph produces every color variant, every format, every export, automatically.

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
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    • Linux
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  12. AlterPhoto icon
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    AlterPhoto is powerful photo editor and image manipulation tool for Windows. It combines ease of use with powerful editing features powered by computer vision and generative AI. This program will become an indispensable tool for both photographers and graphic designers.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
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