MyPaint AlternativesTop Digital Painting Tools and other similar apps like MyPaint

MyPaint is described as 'Fast, distraction-free, and easy painting tool for digital artists. It supports graphics tablets made by Wacom, and many similar devices' and is a very popular digital painting tool in the photos & graphics category. There are more than 100 alternatives to MyPaint for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Web-based and iPad apps. The best MyPaint alternative is GIMP, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like MyPaint are Krita, Adobe Photoshop, Paint.NET and Affinity.

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  1. GIMP icon

    GIMP

     4824 likes

    Free open-source suite offering advanced photo retouching, image composition, original artwork creation, batch processing, plugin support, custom scripting, mass image format conversion, and integration with free publishing tools for comprehensive editing solutions.

    211 GIMP alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Haiku
    • Flatpak
    • AmigaOS
    • AppImage
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    GIMP vs MyPaint Comments
    bunnis
    Negative
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    GIMP shares very little in common with MyPaint. MyPaint is a virtual canvas with a brush simulation engine that mimics physical art media for illustration and painting. GIMP is a raster processing suite.

    Guest
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    Very few similarities. GIMP is more similar to Photoshop-style applications than to MyPaint.

    • GIMP is Free and Open SourceMyPaint is also Free and Open Source
    • GIMP is an Image Editor MyPaint is a Digital Painting Tool
    • GIMP is Customizable and Privacy focusedMyPaint is not according to our users
  2. Krita icon

    Krita

     1487 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.

    154 Krita alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android Tablet
    • KDE Plasma
    • Epic Games Store
    • PortableApps.com
    • F-Droid
    • Steam
    • AppImage
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  4. Adobe Photoshop icon

    Adobe Photoshop

     2451 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.

    247 Adobe Photoshop alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Wine
    • ReactOS
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    Rebelle

    Emulates realistic watercolor, acrylic, and dry media with physical paint diffusion, drying control, textured canvas, custom brushes, tilt and pressure support, color blending, masking tools, paint granulation, backruns, stencils...

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  6. Paint.NET icon

    Paint.NET

     1670 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.

    172 Paint.NET alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • .NET Framework
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  8. Affinity icon

    Affinity

     88 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.

    93 Affinity alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
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  9. Photopea icon

    Photopea

     357 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.

    126 Photopea alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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  10. Adobe Illustrator icon

    Adobe Illustrator

     534 likes

    This vector graphics editor offers sophisticated tools for drawing, typography, and color management. Equipped with powerful features like multiple art boards, Blob Brush for vector painting, and transparency in gradients, it supports designs for print, web, interactive, motion, and mobile platforms.

    99 Adobe Illustrator alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • iPad
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  11. Pixelmator icon

    Pixelmator

     422 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.

    159 Pixelmator alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    Pixelmator screenshot 1
     
  12. Procreate icon

    Procreate

     171 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.

    71 Procreate alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
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  13. Clip Studio Paint icon

    Clip Studio Paint

     138 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.

    109 Clip Studio Paint alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Samsung Galaxy Store
    Customizable workspace
     
  14. MediBang Paint icon

    MediBang Paint

     120 likes

    MediBang Paint is a lightweight software for illustration and making comic books on Windows and Mac OS.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Steam
    Great for anime or comics
     
  15. Microsoft Paint icon

    Microsoft Paint

     182 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.

    129 Microsoft Paint alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
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    Microsoft Paint vs MyPaint Comments
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    I love MS Paint, I used to use it a lot. Was really sad when it was discontinued, since our old computer that had it gave out. Really good alternative though.

    • Microsoft Paint is Free and ProprietaryMyPaint is Free and Open Source
    • Microsoft Paint is MinimalisticMyPaint is not according to our users
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