Affinity Photo Alternatives for Linux

Affinity Photo is not available for Linux but there are plenty of alternatives that runs on Linux with similar functionality. The best Linux alternative is GIMP, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to Affinity Photo and 12 are available for Linux so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Linux alternatives to Affinity Photo are Krita, PhotoGIMP, Hugin and Pixelitor.

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  1. GIMP icon

    GIMP

     4803 likes

    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.

    213 GIMP alternatives

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    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Haiku
    • Flatpak
    • AmigaOS
    • AppImage
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    GIMP vs Affinity Photo Comments
    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
    -2

    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.

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    • 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

     1482 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.

    153 Krita alternatives

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    • 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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    Guest
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    3

    You draw, you don't edidit photos

    Guest
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    0

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

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

    PhotoGIMP

     29 likes

    Open-source patch modifies the layout, shortcuts, and workspace of the image editor to resemble Adobe's design, providing custom splash screens, icon, and menus for ease of use, while retaining original features and supporting Windows, Linux, and macOS platforms.

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  5. Hugin icon

    Hugin

     140 likes

    With Hugin you can assemble a mosaic of photographs into a complete immersive panorama, stitch any series of overlapping pictures and much more.

    29 Hugin alternatives

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    Pedro Trujillo
    Negative
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    This is about making 360º panoramic photos, not editing

    • Hugin is Free and Open SourceAffinity Photo is Paid and Proprietary
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    Pixelitor

     28 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.

    116 Pixelitor alternatives

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  8. Ayin icon

    Ayin

     10 likes

    Free and open source photo editor supporting 21+ filters, multiple tabs for editing, undo and redo stack, device theme adaptation, cross-platform compatibility for Windows, Linux, and macOS, as well as a lightweight, user-friendly interface and transparent development.

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  9. AliveColors icon

    AliveColors

     3 likes

    AliveColors is comprehensive graphics and photo editing software for Windows and Mac. It comes in Free, Home, and Pro versions, with differing levels of functionality.

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
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  10. PhotoFlare icon

    PhotoFlare

     12 likes

    Photoflare is a cross-platform image editor with an aim to balance between powerful features and a very friendly graphical user interface. It suits a wide variety of different tasks and users who value a more nimble workflow.

    16 PhotoFlare alternatives

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    PTgui

     17 likes

    PTGui is panoramic stitching software. Originally developed as a Graphical User Interface for Panorama Tools (hence the name), PTGui now is a full featured photo stitching application.

    27 PTgui alternatives

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    Prewiev of the panorama and align settings
     
  12. Gimel Studio icon

    Gimel Studio

     3 likes

    Gimel Studio is a non-destructive, 2D image editor focused on simplicity, speed, elegance and usability.

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  13. Phoduit icon

    Phoduit

     1 like

    Phoduit is a non-destructive photo editor with a node-based user interface. Rapidly refine and retouch your photos, batch process, develop RAW images and more.

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Discontinued

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    • Windows
    • Linux
    Retouch photos non-destructively
     
  14. Gpaint icon

    Gpaint

     10 likes

    gpaint (aka GNU Paint), a small-scale painting program for GNOME, the GNU Desktop Environment. gpaint does not attempt to compete with GIMP, it is just a simple drawing package based on xpaint, along the lines of Microsoft Paint.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Linux
    • BSD
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