Affinity Photo AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Digital Painting Tools

The best Digital Painting alternative to Affinity Photo 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 Photo and 19 are Digital Painting Tools so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Digital Painting Tool alternatives to Affinity Photo are Krita, Adobe Photoshop, Paint.NET and Photopea.

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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.

    190 GIMP alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Haiku
    • Flatpak
    • AmigaOS
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    Comments about GIMP as an Alternative to Affinity Photo
    Top Positive Comment
    Indiana Lake
    2

    The best thing about this is the fact that it’s free and open–source. To compare it to Adobe Photoshop, I don’t think it’s ready. It makes a really convenient tool for when you’re starting out with designing and editing simple images for personal publication. But like some users here, I agree to the observation that it’s rather difficult to create a smooth, intuitive workflow.

    Top Negative Comment
    TopSock
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    It doesn't have non-destructive adjustment layers.

    WillZegal
    Positive
    0

    Powerfull and free on every OS. Affinity needs a licence for EACH OS AND to pay full licence for each new version, except if you bought the whole Serifs products licence. Then you've 25% discount for upgrade. Gimp is a bit dense and unclear, but not so much compared to Affinity (V1 owned). I bought Affinity Photo at a discount price, hopping it will be easyer, but it's not obvious.

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

    • GIMP is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to Affinity Photo.

    • GIMP is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Affinity Photo.

    • GIMP is Free and Open SourceAffinity Photo is Paid and Proprietary
    • GIMP is CustomizableAffinity Photo is not according to our users
  2. Krita icon

    Krita

     1407 likes
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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.

    142 Krita alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android Tablet
    • KDE Plasma
    • Epic Games Store
    • PortableApps.com
    • Steam
    • F-Droid
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    You draw, you don't edidit photos

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    Negative
    0

    The text tool is awful. Not even close to Affinity.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Most users think Krita is a great Affinity Photo alternative.

    • Krita is the most popular Android Tablet alternative to Affinity Photo.

    • Krita is Free and Open SourceAffinity Photo is Paid and Proprietary
    • Krita is CustomizableAffinity Photo is not according to our users
  4. Adobe Photoshop icon

    Adobe Photoshop

     2417 likes
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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.

    225 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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    Comments about Adobe Photoshop as an Alternative to Affinity Photo
    Gregor Zobjak
    1

    Still the market leader in terms of themes AI & plugin support, other features are almost identically available as in Affinity Photo...

    Pedro Trujillo
    Positive
    0

    Expensive.... but, the best

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    • Almost everyone thinks Adobe Photoshop is a great Affinity Photo alternative.

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

    • Adobe Photoshop is the most popular commercial alternative to Affinity Photo.

    • Adobe Photoshop is Paid and ProprietaryAffinity Photo is also Paid and Proprietary
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    Paint.NET

     1648 likes
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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.

    165 Paint.NET alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • .NET Framework
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    Comments about Paint.NET as an Alternative to Affinity Photo
    Gregor Zobjak
    Positive
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    Good for basic Photo editing but is only available for Windows. I think it's one of the best free Photo editing applications

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    • Paint.NET is Free and ProprietaryAffinity Photo is Paid and Proprietary
    • Paint.NET is MinimalisticAffinity Photo is not according to our users
  7. Photopea icon

    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.

    111 Photopea alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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    Gregor Zobjak
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    just like an Online & free version of Photoshop.. has almost all features.

    Guest
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    Online version, fully supporting PSD file format and EVERY PS function. Free.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Photopea is the most popular SaaS alternative to Affinity Photo.

    • Photopea is Freemium and ProprietaryAffinity Photo is Paid and Proprietary
  8. Pixlr icon

    Pixlr

     389 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.

    225 Pixlr alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    Pixelmator

     421 likes
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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.

    154 Pixelmator alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
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    Guest
    Positive
    0

    Because it's simpler and it works.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Almost everyone thinks Pixelmator is a great Affinity Photo alternative.

    • Pixelmator is Paid and ProprietaryAffinity Photo is also Paid and Proprietary
    • Pixelmator is CustomizableAffinity Photo is not according to our users
  11. Procreate icon

    Procreate

     164 likes
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    Procreate is a versatile, award-winning app for creative digital drawing and painting on iOS. It delivers a robust, professional toolset with hundreds of configurable brushes, a powerful layering system, vector graphic tools, and comprehensive design capabilities, ensuring desktop-level flexibility and power.

    63 Procreate alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    • iPhone
    • iPad
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  12. CorelDRAW Graphics Suite icon

    CorelDRAW Graphics Suite

     215 likes
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    A full suite of graphic design software that provides vector illustration, page layout, image editing, and tracing software. Designed for professional designers, it delivers precision tools, excellent file compatibility, and quality content for crafting professional results from creative ideas.

    87 CorelDRAW Graphics Suite alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
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  13. Corel PaintShop Pro icon

    Corel PaintShop Pro

     107 likes
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    Corel's tool provides comprehensive photo editing and design features including enhanced layers, precise tools, RAW editing, and organization capabilities such as keyword tags, auto sorting, and facial recognition, making it ideal for both novices and professionals in various projects.

    157 Corel PaintShop Pro alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application types

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    • Windows
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    Comments about Corel PaintShop Pro as an Alternative to Affinity Photo
    Pedro Trujillo
    Positive
    0

    A few bucks more... a few features more

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    • Corel PaintShop Pro is Paid and ProprietaryAffinity Photo is also Paid and Proprietary
  14. Adobe Photoshop Express icon

    Adobe Photoshop Express

     117 likes
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    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.

    166 Adobe Photoshop Express alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
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