The Best FireAlpaca AlternativesTop Digital Painting Tools & Image Editors like FireAlpaca

FireAlpaca is described as 'The image editor that can be used readily and easily. We made it possible to provide the completely free download, in order for our products to be experienced by more users from all over the world. It vailable for both Mac and Windows users!' and is a popular digital painting tool in the photos & graphics category. There are more than 100 alternatives to FireAlpaca for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, iPad, Linux and Web-based apps. The best FireAlpaca alternative is GIMP, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like FireAlpaca are Krita, Adobe Photoshop, Paint.NET and Affinity.

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  1. GIMP icon

    GIMP

     4737 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.

    188 GIMP alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Haiku
    • Flatpak
    • AmigaOS
    • AppImage
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    GIMP vs FireAlpaca Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    Guest
    2

    GIMP is for photo editing mainly. I dont try to draw with it.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    5

    Not fun for drawing. Editing maybe, but not art.

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

    GIMP is way more oriented to image editing photoshop-style than to digital art.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 10 comments
    • GIMP is Free and Open SourceFireAlpaca is Free and Proprietary
    • GIMP is Customizable, Privacy focused and LightweightFireAlpaca is not according to our users
  2. Krita icon

    Krita

     1416 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.

    142 Krita alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android Tablet
    • KDE Plasma
    • Epic Games Store
    • PortableApps.com
    • F-Droid
    • Steam
    • AppImage
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    Krita vs FireAlpaca Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    lian00
    0

    Krita is much more powerful than FireAlpaca for drawing and painting. There is no real comparison possible. FireAlpaca is a light/simple drawing software with poor brush engine and Krita is a complete drawing and painting solution (and manages animation too).

    llll
    0

    FireAlpaca launches almost instantly, Krita takes about 10 seconds on my system. I make line art in other app and use these both mostly for fast simple coloring, so it makes sense to use the faster FireAlpaca. I also happen to like FireAlpaca downloadable watercolor brushes. There's any brush for any app today, but there's no choice paralysis with the less popular app. Overall Krita is more sophisticated and customisable for those who need that.

    Guest
    Positive
    0

    It's very good for drawing!! You can do that cool selection coloring thing!

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 5 comments
    • Krita is Free and Open SourceFireAlpaca is Free and Proprietary
    • Krita is Lightweight, Customizable and Privacy focusedFireAlpaca is not according to our users
  4. Adobe Photoshop icon

    Adobe Photoshop

     2425 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.

    225 Adobe Photoshop alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Wine
    • ReactOS
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    Adobe Photoshop vs FireAlpaca Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    1

    though designed for photo editing it is a phenomenal drawing app the thing that can make fire alpaca seem better is how photoshop has more than one purpose and isn't laid out optimally for artists initially but you'll find layouts online if needed

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Negative
    -1

    FireAlpaca is a drawing app, while Adobe Photoshop is, well, a Photoshop app.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Adobe Photoshop is Paid and ProprietaryFireAlpaca is Free and Proprietary
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  6. Paint.NET icon

    Paint.NET

     1653 likes

    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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    Paint.NET vs FireAlpaca Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    TECHNICALLY freemium...you can download the 100% free version from the website, they only charge for the Windows Store version. Better Community and Developer support than any other option in this list INCLUDING GIMP.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Paint.NET is Free and ProprietaryFireAlpaca is also Free and Proprietary
    • Paint.NET is Lightweight and MinimalisticFireAlpaca is not according to our users
  7. Affinity icon

    Affinity

     61 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.

    67 Affinity alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
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  8. Photopea icon

    Photopea

     337 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.

    109 Photopea alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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    Photopea vs FireAlpaca Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    0

    It's more hard to use, doesn't have enough controls, and is confusing to learn how to use.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Photopea is Freemium and ProprietaryFireAlpaca is Free and Proprietary
  10. MyPaint icon

    MyPaint

     388 likes

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

    127 MyPaint alternatives

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    • Mac
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    • Linux
    • PortableApps.com
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    MyPaint vs FireAlpaca Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    It dos what it says on the tin - unlike the complicated GIMP, it lets you focus on the drawing.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • MyPaint is Free and Open SourceFireAlpaca is Free and Proprietary
    • MyPaint is LightweightFireAlpaca is not according to our users
  11. SketchBook icon

    SketchBook

     156 likes

    Sketchbook drawing software features an artist-friendly, gesture-based user interface that is so fast and intuitive even new users can be productive within minutes.

    79 SketchBook alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    Android (1)
     
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    SketchBook vs FireAlpaca Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    Guest
    2

    There's a good mobile version I use on my ipad

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    I love both FireAlpaca and FireAlpaca. Compared to other free drawing software, these two have a nice fill tool to fill the color with a very nice effect.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    -1

    very good interface, just simply as it would be. Very good brushes and this software works with Huion pen tablet very well (FireAlpaca doesn't). Multiple layers (not just 3 !) and different modes. Focus on drawing. Good app on mobile device too.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 5 comments
    • SketchBook is Freemium and ProprietaryFireAlpaca is Free and Proprietary
  12. MediBang Paint icon

    MediBang Paint

     118 likes

    MediBang Paint is a lightweight software for illustration and making comic books on Windows and Mac OS.

    77 MediBang Paint alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
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    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Steam
    Great for anime or comics
     
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    MediBang Paint vs FireAlpaca Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    4

    Similar tools and positioning. Very good alternative.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    1

    it is by the same company, and overall its a very good art program

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • MediBang Paint is Freemium and ProprietaryFireAlpaca is Free and Proprietary
    • MediBang Paint is LightweightFireAlpaca is not according to our users
  13. Procreate icon

    Procreate

     166 likes

    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

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • iPhone
    • iPad
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    Procreate vs FireAlpaca Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    I use procreate on my IPad for animation and Speedpaints. it is incredible and maybe in certain aspects even better than FireAlpaca

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Procreate is Paid and ProprietaryFireAlpaca is Free and Proprietary
    • Procreate is Lightweight and CustomizableFireAlpaca is not according to our users
  14. Clip Studio Paint icon

    Clip Studio Paint

     134 likes

    Professional software for comic and manga creation, optimized with panel layouts, perspective rulers, sketching, inking, toning, vector support, and 3D model import, suitable for artists seeking advanced drawing and coloring tools.

    102 Clip Studio Paint alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Samsung Galaxy Store
    Customizable workspace
     
  15. Microsoft Paint icon

    Microsoft Paint

     179 likes

    Windows-bundled image editor for basic painting and raster editing tasks, supporting bitmap, JPEG, GIF, PNG, and TIFF. Offers layer support, offline access, no registration, and dark mode. Lightweight and ad-free, ensuring minimal resource use.

    125 Microsoft Paint alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

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    • Windows
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    Microsoft Paint vs FireAlpaca Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    There are no soft edges to worry about if using solid fill. Also, no layers, but you can still save .png files (they're definitely smaller than bitmaps, but just as clear) and in newer versions you have fewer colours from the start, but more functions.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Microsoft Paint is Free and ProprietaryFireAlpaca is also Free and Proprietary
    • Microsoft Paint is Lightweight and MinimalisticFireAlpaca is not according to our users
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