Graphite AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Photo Editors

The best Photo Editor alternative to Graphite is GIMP, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to Graphite and 11 are Photo Editors so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Photo Editor alternatives to Graphite are Adobe Photoshop, Affinity Photo, Photopea and Affinity.

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  1. GIMP icon
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    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.

    188 GIMP alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Haiku
    • Flatpak
    • AmigaOS
     
    • GIMP is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to Graphite.

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

    • GIMP is Free and Open SourceGraphite is also Free and Open Source
    • GIMP is CustomizableGraphite is not according to our users
  2. Adobe Photoshop icon
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    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.

    224 Adobe Photoshop alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once or Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Wine
    • ReactOS
    • Google Chrome
     
    • Adobe Photoshop is the most popular Web-based, Android, iPhone, iPad & Android Tablet alternative to Graphite.

    • Adobe Photoshop is the most popular commercial alternative to Graphite.

    • Adobe Photoshop is Paid and ProprietaryGraphite is Free and Open Source
  3. Affinity Photo icon
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    Real-time image editing software supporting extensive colour spaces, unlimited layers, non-destructive edits, and a streamlined workspace for complex tasks on Windows, Mac, and iPad.

    98 Affinity Photo alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • iPad
     
  4. Photopea icon
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    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.

    110 Photopea alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
    • Photopea is the most popular SaaS alternative to Graphite.

    • Photopea is Freemium and ProprietaryGraphite is Free and Open Source
  5. Affinity icon
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    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.

    64 Affinity alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
     
  6. Pixelmator icon
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    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.

    153 Pixelmator alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
     
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    A full suite of graphic design software that provides vector illustration, page layout, image editing, and tracing software. Designed for professional designers, it delivers precision tools, excellent file compatibility, and quality content for crafting professional results from creative ideas.

    87 CorelDRAW Graphics Suite alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
     
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    Meet Icecream Photo Editor - the best free photo editor and photo manager for Windows. Edit your pictures like a pro: add text and images, crop and resize, add filters, create collages and more with ease.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  9. AlterPhoto icon
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    AlterPhoto is powerful photo editor and image manipulation tool for Windows. It combines ease of use with powerful editing features powered by computer vision and generative AI. This program will become an indispensable tool for both photographers and graphic designers.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
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    Ashampoo Photo Optimizer 8 enhances your photos at the click of a button! The program fully automatically adjusts colors, contrasts and exposure settings to perfection for individual images or entire collections.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  11. PhotoSir icon
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    PhotoSir is a powerful and professional photo editor, which is also a user-friendly alternative to Photoshop. With the brand-new product design and latest built-in AI algorithm, each individual user is competent to create their own arts faster and easier.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
     
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