Adobe Elements AlternativesImage Editors and other similar apps like Adobe Elements

Adobe Elements is described as 'Photo editing with AI and automation in a simple, non-subscription package. Includes fun creation tools, an organizer, and layer support' and is a popular Image Editor in the photos & graphics category. There are more than 100 alternatives to Adobe Elements for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Web-based, Mac, iPhone and Android apps. The best Adobe Elements alternative is GIMP, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Adobe Elements are Krita, Adobe Photoshop, Paint.NET and Affinity Photo.

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  1. GIMP icon

    GIMP

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    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.

    188 GIMP alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Haiku
    • Flatpak
    • AmigaOS
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    Can do exactly everything that Photoshop elements can, actually even more than what ps elements can do

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    In times your wallet is empty we need programs like this to be able to share and who knows, to sell our knowledge. In other words; to get you back on the track again. ;)

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Most users think GIMP is a great Adobe Elements alternative.

    • GIMP is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to Adobe Elements.

    • GIMP is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Adobe Elements.

    • GIMP is Free and Open SourceAdobe Elements is Paid and Proprietary
    • GIMP is Customizable, Privacy focused and LightweightAdobe Elements is not according to our users
  2. Krita icon

    Krita

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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.

    140 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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    • Krita is the most popular Android Tablet alternative to Adobe Elements.

    • Krita is Free and Open SourceAdobe Elements is Paid and Proprietary
    • Krita is Lightweight, Customizable and Privacy focusedAdobe Elements is not according to our users
  4. Adobe Photoshop icon

    Adobe Photoshop

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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.

    224 Adobe Photoshop alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once or Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Wine
    • ReactOS
    • Google Chrome
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    • Some users think Adobe Photoshop is a great Adobe Elements alternative, some don't.

    • Adobe Photoshop is the most popular Web-based, Android, iPhone & iPad alternative to Adobe Elements.

    • Adobe Photoshop is the most popular commercial alternative to Adobe Elements.

    • Adobe Photoshop is Paid and ProprietaryAdobe Elements is also Paid and Proprietary
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    Paint.NET

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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.

    163 Paint.NET alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • .NET Framework
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  7. Affinity Photo icon

    Affinity Photo

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    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.

    98 Affinity Photo alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • iPad
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    Photopea

     330 likes
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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.

    110 Photopea alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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    • Photopea is the most popular SaaS alternative to Adobe Elements.

    • Photopea is Freemium and ProprietaryAdobe Elements is Paid and Proprietary
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    Canva

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    A comprehensive design application combining innovative photo and video editing with advanced AI capabilities to streamline creating designs. Users can produce unique graphics, engaging social media content using customizable templates and thousands of images, videos, and fonts accessible through its vast library.

    83 Canva alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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    MyPaint

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

    126 MyPaint alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • PortableApps.com
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  12. Pixlr icon

    Pixlr

     388 likes
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    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.

    224 Pixlr alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    Adobe Lightroom

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    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.

    124 Adobe Lightroom alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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  14. Pixelmator icon

    Pixelmator

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    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.

    153 Pixelmator alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
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