Affinity AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Image Editors

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

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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.

    224 GIMP alternatives

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    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
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    • Flatpak
    • AmigaOS
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  2. Inkscape icon
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    Open source vector graphics editor with SVG support. Offers tablet support, non-destructive editing, and live previews. No registration needed, works offline, extensible with plugins, and provides privacy-focused, ad-free experience across multiple platforms.

    133 Inkscape alternatives

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    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Haiku
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  3. Adobe Photoshop icon
     2461 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.

    262 Adobe Photoshop alternatives

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    • Online
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    • Google Chrome
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    • 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.

    182 Paint.NET alternatives

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    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
    • .NET Framework
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  5. Photopea icon
     363 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.

    138 Photopea alternatives

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    • Freemium
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    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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  6. RapidRAW icon
     71 likes

    GPU-accelerated RAW photo editor for Windows, macOS, and Linux featuring non-destructive workflow, AI-driven masking tools, 32-bit precision, advanced color grading, tonal controls, batch operations, preset system, customizable interface, and comprehensive export options.

    65 RapidRAW alternatives

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    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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  7. darktable icon
     372 likes

    Open source non-destructive RAW editor and virtual darkroom with zoomable lighttable, database-driven organization, HDR and EXR support, floating-point workflow, batch exporting, and advanced editing for photography and scientific imaging across platforms.

    87 darktable alternatives

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  8. Graphite icon
     114 likes

    Vector graphics and animation editor featuring free, open source access, nondestructive workflow, node-based generative design, layer compositing, browser use, and upcoming support for photo editing, painting, publishing, VFX, and desktop apps in alpha release.

    58 Graphite alternatives

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    • Online
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  9. RawTherapee icon
     244 likes

    Raw photo processing software with advanced control over demosaicing. Ideal for newcomers, semi-professionals, and professionals. Supports HDR DNGs, JPGs, and TIFFs, with in-house enhancements for some camera models. Open-source, lacks digital asset management.

    74 RawTherapee alternatives

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    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Flatpak
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  10. PhotoSuite icon
     33 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.

    45 PhotoSuite alternatives

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  11. Pixlr icon
     369 likes

    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.

    256 Pixlr alternatives

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    • Windows
    • Online
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    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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  12. Pixelmator icon
     422 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.

    165 Pixelmator alternatives

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