GIMP Alternatives

GIMP is described as 'Advanced image manipulation tool offering comprehensive tools for photo retouching, composition, and batch processing in a free package' and is a leading digital painting tool in the photos & graphics category. There are more than 100 alternatives to GIMP for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, iPad, Linux and iPhone apps. The best GIMP alternative is Paint.NET, which is free. Other great apps like GIMP are Krita, Affinity Photo, Adobe Photoshop and Photopea.

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GIMP alternatives page was last updated Jan 1, 2025
  1. Clip Studio Paint icon
     122 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
    Blank Canvas

    License model

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Samsung Galaxy Store

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Optimal performance

    Features

    1.  Support for Layers
    2.  Pressure Sensitivity
    3.  Texture for brushes
    4.  Open PSD files
    5.  Tablet support
    6.  Smooth lines
    7.  Keyframe Animation
    8.  Cloud Sync
    9.  Drawing Tablet Support
    10.  Built-in 3D model viewer
    11.  Add-ons
    12.  Vectorgraphic support
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  2. Fossify Paint icon
     10 likes

    Privacy-centric digital drawing tool perfect for all skill levels. Create, customize, and share art with adjustable brushes, canvas colors, and versatile format support via PNG, JPG, and SVG without compromising your privacy—fully open-source.

    24 Fossify Paint alternatives
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    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused
    2.  Lightweight
    3.  Support for Themes

    Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  Built-in Color Picker
    3.  Dark Mode
    4.  Works Offline
    5.  No Tracking
    6.  No registration required
    7.  Digital Drawing
    8.  Export to JPEG
    9.  Export to PNG
    10.  Drawing 2D
    11.  Export to SVG
    12.  Free hand drawing
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  3. Glimpse Image Editor icon
     32 likes

    Glimpse is an open source image editor based on the GNU Image Manipulation Program. The goal is to experiment with new ideas and expand the use of free software.

    166 Glimpse Image Editor alternatives
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    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux

    Glimpse Image Editor Features

    1.  Support for Layers
    2.  Retouch photos
    Discontinued

    The Glimpse editor has been discontinuedSource: https://glimpse-editor.org/posts/a-project-on-hiatus/

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    Comments about Glimpse Image Editor as an Alternative to GIMP
     
    shi_tsu

    If GIMP was remade in $currentYear

    Positive commentSep 11, 2020
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    • Almost everyone thinks Glimpse Image Editor is a great GIMP alternative.

    • Glimpse Image Editor is Free and Open SourceGIMP is also Free and Open Source
  4. Polarr icon
     113 likes

    From advanced image filters to professional local adjustments, Polarr Photo Editor is the most versatile and powerful online photo editor in the web.

    140 Polarr alternatives
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    License model

    • FreemiumProprietary

    Platforms

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

    Polarr Features

    1.  RAW Photo Editors
    2.  Hidden Photo Album
    3.  Photographic filters
    4.  Retouch photos
    5.  Watermark images
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  5. Adobe Elements icon
     83 likes

    Comprehensive photo editing tool with AI-powered automation and easy step-by-step guidance. It includes unique creation tools, layer support, facial recognition, and organizes your photos seamlessly. Available as a one-time purchase, no subscription required, with cloud sync for flexibility.

    138 Adobe Elements alternatives
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    License model

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Online

    Adobe Elements Features

    1.  Facial Recognition
    2.  Support for Layers
    3.  Cloud Sync
    4.  Lossless Cropping
    5.  AI-Powered
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  6. Corel PaintShop Pro icon
     105 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.

    150 Corel PaintShop Pro alternatives
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    License model

    Platforms

    • Windows

    Corel PaintShop Pro Features

    1.  RAW Photo Editors
    2.  Facial Recognition
    3.  Retouch photos
    4.  Straighten images
    5.  Image sorting
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    Guest

    Lots of features but has an easy to understand and modern user interface.

    Positive commentNov 27, 2016
    1
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    • Corel PaintShop Pro is Paid and ProprietaryGIMP is Free and Open Source
  7. LazPaint icon
     42 likes

    Raster & vector graphic editor with many tools and filters, written in Lazarus. Portable, 32bit & 64bit versions, ORA format & 16384x16384 image support. In app 3D import & rendering.

    37 LazPaint alternatives
    Main UI

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • PortableApps.com
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Support for Layers
    2.  Reads PDN Format
    3.  Transparent images
    4.  Portable
    5.  Pixel accuracy
    6.  Debian package
    7.  Support for SVG
    8.  Export to SVG
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    Daltro Auguso Campanher de Souza

    Bad workflow/usability. Not enough for professional use. Can't be compared to software like GIMP, Glimpse or Krita.

    Negative commentNov 20, 2020
    1
    Guest

    Cool render features, minimal but complete UI

    Positive commentDec 21, 2016
    2
    Guest

    More lightweight, suitable if you have an older PC / notebook and you just want to edit some stuff on the go.

    Positive commentMar 2, 2019
    1
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    • Most users think LazPaint is a great GIMP alternative.

    • LazPaint is Free and Open SourceGIMP is also Free and Open Source
    • LazPaint is LightweightGIMP is not according to our users
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