Inkscape AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Image Editors

The best Image Editor alternative to Inkscape is Affinity, which is free. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Inkscape and many of them are Image Editors so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Image Editor alternatives to Inkscape are Graphite, CorelDRAW Graphics Suite, LazPaint and sK1.

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  1. Affinity icon
     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.

    66 Affinity alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
     
  2. Graphite icon
     96 likes

    Vector graphics and animation editor featuring free, open source access, nondestructive workflow, node-based generative design, layer compositing, browser use, and upcoming support for photo editing, painting, publishing, VFX, and desktop apps in alpha release.

    53 Graphite alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Online
     
  3. Suite featuring tools for vector illustration, image editing, page layout, bitmap tracing to convert bitmaps to vectors, asset browsing, web page creation, screen capture, file compatibility, color management, and professional multi-page document design.

    88 CorelDRAW Graphics Suite alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
     
  4. LazPaint icon
     46 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.

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • PortableApps.com
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
     
  5. sK1 icon
     37 likes

    sK1 is an open source cross-platform vector graphics editor like CorelDRAW, Adobe Illustrator, or Freehand. The major feature of sK1 is a professional precise printing and prepress ready PDF output.

    33 sK1 alternatives

    Cost / License

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
     
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    sK1 vs Inkscape Comments
    AntumDeluge
    Positive
    1

    It does not have all the features that Inkscape has, but it is a much lighter weight free & open source alternative.

    • sK1 is Free and Open SourceInkscape is also Free and Open Source
  6. Vectr icon
     92 likes

    Free vector graphics editor offering real-time collaborative editing, browser and cross-platform desktop support, scalable design tools, AI, EPS, SVG, PNG, JPEG import/export, grouping and shape manipulation, and intuitive pen and freehand drawing options.

    101 Vectr alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
     
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    Vectr vs Inkscape Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    5

    Vectr requires an Internet connection.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Negative
    2

    Inkscape shows much more intuitive interface and workflow, as well as much more complex capabilities.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    temfrong
    Positive
    -10

    It has better ui, and more easy to use

    • Vectr is Freemium and ProprietaryInkscape is Free and Open Source
  7. Xara Designer Pro offers tools for illustration, photo editing, and desktop publishing, with exceptional vector design capabilities. Suitable for billboards, business cards, and more, it supports diverse file formats, provides abundant templates, and powers web design and prototyping without coding.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
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    Xara Designer Pro vs Inkscape Comments
    Michiel
    Positive
    2

    Though commercial it's fast and packed with features. Not as expandable as Inkscape the core engine is very fast and the way it handles bitmaps leaves Inkscape far behind

    Mursku
    Positive
    0

    Xara Designer is way faster and stable than Inkscape. You can think of it as what Paint Tool Sai is to raster art programs (super responsive and stable, but has limited number of tools), Xara Designer is the same to vector art.

    • Xara Designer Pro is Paid and ProprietaryInkscape is Free and Open Source
  8. Xara Photo & Graphic Designer, formerly Xara Xtreme, is a fast graphics software with versatile illustration tools and advanced photo management. It streamlines creative tasks, allowing users to retouch images, create social media posts, and design website graphics in one...

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  9. PixTeller icon
     18 likes

    Online platform for making both static images and animated designs with customizable templates. Enables creation and download of graphics, animations, social media visuals, logos, banners, flyers, covers, and presentations from any device without software installation.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  10. PicMonkey icon
     50 likes

    PicMonkey is a feature-rich online photo editor that works right in your browser; no downloads necessary. Touch-up tools like Teeth Whiten, Blemish Fix, Weight Loss. Effects like Orton, Cross Process, Color Boost, with drag and drop ease.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
     
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    PicMonkey vs Inkscape Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    10

    It doesn’t seem to have anything to do with vectoring

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Negative
    11

    PicMonkey is not a vector graphics editor, it is a picture editor

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • PicMonkey is Paid and ProprietaryInkscape is Free and Open Source
  11. VectorStyler icon
     3 likes

    VectorStyler (for Mac) is an advanced vector graphics and illustration software, with a competitive feature set, and several new features and workflow enhancements. VectorStyler is developed with the goal of providing all the capabilities, designers and illustrators are familiar...

    31 VectorStyler alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
     
  12. VistaCreate icon
     27 likes

    An intuitive online design tool offering advanced features like animation, video editing, and over 150,000 templates. Access a library of 70 million+ assets including vectors, photos, and sounds. Ideal for social media, marketing, and design projects of all kinds.

    81 VistaCreate alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
     
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