PaintTool SAI Alternatives for Mac

PaintTool SAI 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 100 alternatives to PaintTool SAI and many of them are available for Mac so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Mac alternatives to PaintTool SAI are Adobe Photoshop, Affinity, PhotoSplice and MyPaint.

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  1. Krita icon
     1515 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.

    175 Krita alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2009

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
    • KDE Plasma
    • Android Tablet
    • Steam
    • PortableApps.com
    • Epic Games Store
    • F-Droid
    • AppImage
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  2. Adobe Photoshop icon
     2467 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.

    273 Adobe Photoshop alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2009

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android Tablet
    • Wine
    • ReactOS
    • Google Chrome
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  3. Affinity icon
     97 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.

    118 Affinity alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2025

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • iPad
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  4. PhotoSplice icon
     39 likes

    Offline raster and vector editor with PSD/PSB support, layer groups, clipping and layer masks, layer styles, smart objects and smart filters. It includes drawing, retouching and path tools, advanced text layout, action playback, scripts, sidebar plugins, and file dialogs.

    48 PhotoSplice alternatives

    Cost / License

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    • New

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
    • Online
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  5. MyPaint icon
     398 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.

    147 MyPaint alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2009

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
    • PortableApps.com
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  6. 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.

    120 Clip Studio Paint alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2013

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Chrome OS
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android Tablet
    • Samsung Galaxy Store
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  7. FireAlpaca icon
     92 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!

    137 FireAlpaca alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2012

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
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  8. MediBang Paint icon
     121 likes

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

    91 MediBang Paint alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2015

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android Tablet
    • Steam
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  9. Corel Painter icon
     71 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.

    91 Corel Painter alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2009

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
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  10. ItsPaint icon
     11 likes

    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)

    Application type

    Since

    • New

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Homebrew
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  11. Pixelitor icon
     30 likes

    Open source image editor with non-destructive editing, 110+ filters, adjustment and text layers, support for smart objects and adjustment layers, cross-platform compatibility, and layer-based editing for flexible image composition.

    126 Pixelitor alternatives

    Cost / License

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    Since

    • Since 2014

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
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  12. Rebelle icon
     20 likes

    Emulates realistic watercolor, acrylic, and dry media with physical paint diffusion, drying control, textured canvas, custom brushes, tilt and pressure support, color blending, masking tools, paint granulation, backruns, stencils, rulers, and high-res export.

    50 Rebelle alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2016

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
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