Gnome Paint AlternativesImage Editors & Digital Painting Tools like Gnome Paint

Gnome Paint is described as 'Gnome-paint is a simple, easy to use paint program for GNOME. It is inspired by MS-Paint' and is a Image Editor in the photos & graphics category. There are more than 50 alternatives to Gnome Paint for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Web-based and Android apps. The best Gnome Paint alternative is GIMP, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Gnome Paint are Krita, Adobe Photoshop, Paint.NET and MyPaint.

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Gnome Paint alternatives page was last updated Oct 2, 2021
  1. GIMP icon
     4618 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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    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Haiku
    • Flatpak
    • AmigaOS

    Properties

    1.  Customizable

    Features

    1.  Support for Layers
    2.  Photo effects
    3.  DRM Free
    4.  Ad-free
    5.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
    6.  High-resolution images
    7.  Retouch photos
    8.  Open PSD files
    9.  Image Processing
    10.  Dark Mode
    11.  Color to Alpha
    12.  Works Offline
    GIMP iconGnome Paint Icon

    GIMP VS Gnome Paint

    Is GIMP a good alternative to Gnome Paint?
     
    • GIMP is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to Gnome Paint.

    • GIMP is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Gnome Paint.

    • GIMP is Free and Open SourceGnome Paint is also Free and Open Source
    • GIMP is CustomizableGnome Paint is not according to our users
  2. Krita icon
     1337 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.

    141 Krita alternatives
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    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android Tablet
    • Epic Games Store
    • PortableApps.com
    • Steam

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Digital Drawing
    2.  Blending brushes
    3.  Keyframe Animation
    4.  Drawing 2D
    5.  Advanced brush settings
    6.  Drawing Tablet Support
    7.  Digital-painting focused
    8.  Sketching
    9.  Color blending
    10.  Support for Layers
    11.  Texture painting
    12.  Dark Mode
    Krita iconGnome Paint Icon

    Krita VS Gnome Paint

    Is Krita a good alternative to Gnome Paint?
     
    • Krita is the most popular Android Tablet alternative to Gnome Paint.

    • Krita is Free and Open SourceGnome Paint is also Free and Open Source
    • Krita is LightweightGnome Paint is not according to our users
  3. Adobe Photoshop icon
     2398 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.

    220 Adobe Photoshop alternatives
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    License model

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Wine
    • ReactOS

    Properties

    1.  Intuitive Interface

    Features

    1.  RAW Photo Editors
    2.  Color correction
    3.  Photo effects
    4.  Advanced brush settings
    5.  Image Processing
    6.  Raster graphics
    7.  Support for Layers
    8.  Color Picker
    9.  Resizing dpi
    10.  Hardware Accelerated
    11.  Support for CMYK Mode
    12.  Non Destructive Editing
    Adobe Photoshop iconGnome Paint Icon

    Adobe Photoshop VS Gnome Paint

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    • Adobe Photoshop is the most popular Web-based, iPhone & iPad alternative to Gnome Paint.

    • Adobe Photoshop is the most popular commercial alternative to Gnome Paint.

    • Adobe Photoshop is Paid and ProprietaryGnome Paint is Free and Open Source
  4. Paint.NET icon
     1628 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.

    164 Paint.NET alternatives
    Paint.NET screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeProprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • .NET Framework

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Minimalistic
    3.  User friendly

    Features

    1.  Support for Layers
    2.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
    3.  Dark Mode
    4.  Support for image plugins
    5.  Community-based
    6.  Transparency
    7.  History Panel
    8.  Ad-free
    9.  Portable
    10.  Built-in Color Picker
    11.  Works Offline
    12.  No registration required
    Paint.NET iconGnome Paint Icon

    Paint.NET VS Gnome Paint

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  5. MyPaint icon
     376 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.

    119 MyPaint alternatives
    MyPaint screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • PortableApps.com

    Properties

    1.  Distraction-free

    Features

    1.  Sketching
    2.  Support for Layers
    3.  Infinite canvas
    4.  Portable
    5.  Drawing Tablet Support
    6.  Fullscreen support
    7.  Ad-free
    8.  No registration required
    9.  Custom Brushes
    10.  Color blending
    MyPaint iconGnome Paint Icon

    MyPaint VS Gnome Paint

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  6. Pixlr icon
     381 likes

    Explore this platform for free, web-based photo editing; it provides tools like overlays, double exposure, and color splash for detailed modifications plus Pro features like Influence Masks and advanced blending.

    213 Pixlr alternatives
    Pixlr screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreemiumProprietary

    Platforms

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

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Web-Based
    2.  Retouch photos
    3.  Support for Layers
    4.  Gradients
    5.  Dark Mode
    6.  Correct Red Eyes
    7.  Photo effects
    8.  Multiple languages
    9.  Open PSD files
    10.  Custom overlays
    11.  AI-Powered
    Pixlr iconGnome Paint Icon

    Pixlr VS Gnome Paint

    Is Pixlr a good alternative to Gnome Paint?
     
    • Pixlr is the most popular Android alternative to Gnome Paint.

    • Pixlr is Freemium and ProprietaryGnome Paint is Free and Open Source
    • Pixlr is LightweightGnome Paint is not according to our users
  7. Pixelmator icon
     417 likes

    Image editing software for macOS and iOS, offering nondestructive, GPU-powered editing with machine learning features, RAW support, custom brushes, and seamless macOS integration for touch-ups, painting, and creative compositions.

    143 Pixelmator alternatives
    Pixelmator screenshot 1

    License model

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad

    Pixelmator Features

    1.  Open PSD files
    2.  RAW Photo Editors
    3.  Retouch photos
    4.  Healing brush
    5.  Stickers
    6.  Tablet support
    7.  Multiple Font Colors
    8.  Asset Pipeline
    9.  Support for 64 bit
    Pixelmator iconGnome Paint Icon

    Pixelmator VS Gnome Paint

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  8. Photoscape icon
     259 likes

    PhotoScape is a fun and easy photo editing software that enables you to fix and enhance photos.

    191 Photoscape alternatives
    Photoscape screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreemiumProprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Image Combining
    2.  Collage
    3.  Color correction
    4.  RAW Photo Editors
    5.  Batch Editing
    6.  Retouch photos
    7.  Crop video
    8.  Custom Backgrounds
    9.  Image Morphing
    10.  Merge photos
    11.  Batch processing
    Photoscape iconGnome Paint Icon

    Photoscape VS Gnome Paint

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  9. Microsoft Paint icon
     176 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
    Microsoft Paint screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeProprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  Dark Mode
    3.  Remove Image Background
    4.  Support for Layers
    5.  No registration required
    6.  Text to Image Generation
    7.  Works Offline
    8.  Bundled with Windows
    9.  AI-Powered
    10.  Pixel Art
    Microsoft Paint iconGnome Paint Icon

    Microsoft Paint VS Gnome Paint

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  10. 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
    Adobe Elements screenshot 1

    License model

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone

    Adobe Elements Features

    1.  Facial Recognition
    2.  Support for Layers
    3.  Cloud Sync
    4.  Lossless Cropping
    5.  AI-Powered
    Adobe Elements iconGnome Paint Icon

    Adobe Elements VS Gnome Paint

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  11. Adobe Photoshop Express icon
     116 likes

    Adobe's mobile photo-editing app lets you edit, share, and upload photos across devices. With features like free 2 GB storage, original size backup, and extra tools for advanced editing, it enhances your images for social media without reducing file quality.

    168 Adobe Photoshop Express alternatives
    Adobe Photoshop Express screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreemiumProprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad

    Adobe Photoshop Express Features

    1.  Dark Mode
    2.  Custom Brushes
    3.  RAW Photo Editors
    4.  Works Offline
    5.  Ad-free
    6. Android icon  Android Sync
    7.  Business Simulator
    8.  Support for Android Things
    9.  Sync with Simplenote
    Adobe Photoshop Express iconGnome Paint Icon

    Adobe Photoshop Express VS Gnome Paint

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  12. Corel PaintShop Pro icon
     106 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.

    151 Corel PaintShop Pro alternatives
    Corel PaintShop Pro screenshot 1

    License model

    Platforms

    • Windows

    Corel PaintShop Pro Features

    1.  RAW Photo Editors
    2.  Facial Recognition
    3.  Retouch photos
    4.  Straighten images
    5.  Image sorting
    Corel PaintShop Pro iconGnome Paint Icon

    Corel PaintShop Pro VS Gnome Paint

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