Canva AlternativesOnly Free apps categorised as Image Editors

The best free Image Editor alternative to Canva is Affinity. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Canva and many of them are free Image Editors so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting free Image Editor alternatives to Canva are Pixlr, Vectr, Microsoft Designer and Adobe Express.

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  1. Affinity icon
     67 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.

    71 Affinity alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
     
  2. Pixlr icon
     367 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.

    231 Pixlr alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
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    Pixlr vs Canva Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    0

    Canva is a software that creates images, no tedits pictures.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Pixlr is Freemium and ProprietaryCanva is also Freemium and Proprietary
  3. Vectr icon
     92 likes

    Free vector graphics editor offering real-time collaborative editing, browser and cross-platform desktop support, scalable design tools, AI, EPS, SVG, PNG, JPEG import/export, grouping and shape manipulation, and intuitive pen and freehand drawing options.

    105 Vectr alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  4. Adobe Express icon
     15 likes

    Craft stunning graphics with Adobe Express, featuring thousands of templates, icons, and fonts. Sync projects across devices and access powerful effects and finishes on mobile or web.

    48 Adobe Express alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
  5. PicsArt  icon
     88 likes

    Offers photo filters, magic effects, drawing tools, stickers, and customizable text. Includes collage layouts, color adjustments, and cropping. Features a built-in camera, live effects, drawing layers, and direct sharing to a global community and external networks. Multi-language support.

    144 PicsArt alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Kindle Fire
     
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    PicsArt vs Canva Comments
    irinafedorenko
    Negative
    0

    Nothing like it.. Canva is a design platform not a photo tool

    • PicsArt is Freemium and ProprietaryCanva is also Freemium and Proprietary
  6. Polotno icon
     21 likes

    A versatile visual design suite offering an intuitive canvas editor, automated template creation for social media and ads, video editing integration for apps, and asset management through unlimited libraries. Supports various storage options and is made for creative scale.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
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    1
    Polotno vs Canva Comments
    federicomenoyo
    Negative
    3

    Only their SDK is FOSS, the server running the web app is not open source, it's closed source.

    • Polotno is Freemium and ProprietaryCanva is also Freemium and Proprietary
  7. VistaCreate icon
     27 likes

    An intuitive online design tool offering advanced features like animation, video editing, and over 150,000 templates. Access a library of 70 million+ assets including vectors, photos, and sounds. Ideal for social media, marketing, and design projects of all kinds.

    83 VistaCreate alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
     
  8. Picmaker icon
     10 likes

    Picmaker is an online design solution that helps create stunning YouTube thumbnails, channel art, and IGTV covers. It is a simpler and faster alternative to expensive and complicated design tools that are available today.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
     
  9. Snappa icon
     5 likes

    Snappa is a SaaS that enables digital marketers to create highly engaging images in minutes. It's the perfect graphic design tool for blog posts, social media, and ad campaigns.

    50 Snappa alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
     
  10. PixTeller icon
     18 likes

    Online platform for making both static images and animated designs with customizable templates. Enables creation and download of graphics, animations, social media visuals, logos, banners, flyers, covers, and presentations from any device without software installation.

    71 PixTeller alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
     
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