FireAlpaca AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Image Editors

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

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  1. GIMP icon

    GIMP

     4733 likes

    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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    • BSD
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Haiku
    • Flatpak
    • AmigaOS
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    Comments about GIMP as an Alternative to FireAlpaca
    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
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    • GIMP is Free and Open SourceFireAlpaca is Free and Proprietary
    • GIMP is Customizable, Privacy focused and LightweightFireAlpaca is not according to our users
  2. Adobe Photoshop icon

    Adobe Photoshop

     2421 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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    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 FireAlpaca
    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.
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    • Adobe Photoshop is Paid and ProprietaryFireAlpaca is Free and Proprietary
  4. 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.

    166 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 FireAlpaca
    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.
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    • Paint.NET is Free and ProprietaryFireAlpaca is also Free and Proprietary
    • Paint.NET is Lightweight and MinimalisticFireAlpaca is not according to our users
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  6. Affinity icon

    Affinity

     56 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

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
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  7. Photopea icon

    Photopea

     336 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.

    112 Photopea alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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    Comments about Photopea as an Alternative to FireAlpaca
    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.
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    • Photopea is Freemium and ProprietaryFireAlpaca is Free and Proprietary
  8. SketchBook icon

    SketchBook

     155 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
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    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    Comments about SketchBook as an Alternative to FireAlpaca
    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
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    • SketchBook is Freemium and ProprietaryFireAlpaca is Free and Proprietary
  10. MediBang Paint icon

    MediBang Paint

     117 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
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Steam
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    Comments about MediBang Paint as an Alternative to FireAlpaca
    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.
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    • MediBang Paint is Freemium and ProprietaryFireAlpaca is Free and Proprietary
    • MediBang Paint is LightweightFireAlpaca is not according to our users
  11. Procreate icon

    Procreate

     165 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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    Comments about Procreate as an Alternative to FireAlpaca
    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.
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    • Procreate is Paid and ProprietaryFireAlpaca is Free and Proprietary
    • Procreate is Lightweight and CustomizableFireAlpaca is not according to our users
  12. 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

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    • Paid
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    • Mac
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    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
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    • Samsung Galaxy Store
    Customizable workspace
     
  13. PaintTool SAI icon

    PaintTool SAI

     140 likes

    PaintTool SAI is high quality and lightweight painting software, fully digitizer support, amazing anti-aliased paintings, provide easy and stable operation, this software make digital art more enjoyable and comfortable.

    92 PaintTool SAI alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
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    Comments about PaintTool SAI as an Alternative to FireAlpaca
    Top Positive Comment
    lian00
    0

    Better brush engine, better brushes, great blender.

    Guest
    Positive
    0

    Its small manga studio art

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

    Its an actual drawing software and has a strong community

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 5 comments
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    • PaintTool SAI is Paid and ProprietaryFireAlpaca is Free and Proprietary
    • PaintTool SAI is CustomizableFireAlpaca is not according to our users
  14. 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.

    124 Microsoft Paint alternatives

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    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
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    Comments about Microsoft Paint as an Alternative to FireAlpaca
    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 icon
    Microsoft Paint icon
    • Microsoft Paint is Free and ProprietaryFireAlpaca is also Free and Proprietary
    • Microsoft Paint is Lightweight and MinimalisticFireAlpaca is not according to our users
  15. Corel PaintShop Pro icon

    Corel PaintShop Pro

     107 likes

    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.

    158 Corel PaintShop Pro alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
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