Free PicsArt AlternativesTop Image Editors & Digital Painting Tools like PicsArt

The best free alternative to PicsArt is Pixelfed, which is also Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to PicsArt and loads of them is free so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting free alternatives to PicsArt are Canva, PhotoSplice, Doory and Photoscape.

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  1. Pixelfed icon
     296 likes

    Federated image-sharing platform with privacy, safety, no tracking or ads, algorithm-free chronological timelines, open-source code, comprehensive moderation, supports self-hosting, ActivityPub protocol, hashtag discovery, responsive mobile access, and ethical data control.

    144 Pixelfed alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2018

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • F-Droid
    • Cloudron
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  2. Canva icon
     418 likes

    A comprehensive design application combining innovative photo and video editing with advanced AI capabilities to streamline creating designs. Users can produce unique graphics, engaging social media content using customizable templates and thousands of images, videos, and fonts accessible through its vast library.

    227 Canva alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2014

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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  3. PhotoSplice icon
     39 likes

    Offline raster and vector editor with PSD/PSB support, layer groups, clipping and layer masks, layer styles, smart objects and smart filters. It includes drawing, retouching and path tools, advanced text layout, action playback, scripts, sidebar plugins, and file dialogs.

    48 PhotoSplice alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Since

    • New

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
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  4. Doory icon
     20 likes

    Make something lovely today. Cards, posts, slides, posters and little logos — drawn up right in your browser. Free, and no sign-up to start.

    54 Doory alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Since

    • New

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Self-Hosted
    • Docker
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  5. Photoscape icon
     266 likes

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

    208 Photoscape alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2009

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
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  6. Graphic design app in Microsoft 365 that helps you create social media posts, invitations, digital postcards, graphics, and more, all in a flash.

    119 Microsoft Designer alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2022

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Windows
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  7. Grain Social icon
     6 likes

    A photo sharing app built on the AT Protocol. Users create galleries of photos, browse feeds, leave comments, and follow other photographers.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2026

    Platforms

    • Online
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  8. 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.

    185 Adobe Photoshop Express alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2009

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
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  9. PhotoFiltre icon
     110 likes

    PhotoFiltre 7 is a complete image retouching program. It allows you to do simple or advanced adjustments to an image and apply a vast range of filters on it. It is simple and intuitive to use, and has an easy learning curve.

    134 PhotoFiltre alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2009

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • PortableApps.com
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  10. Adobe Express icon
     17 likes

    Craft stunning graphics with Adobe Express, featuring thousands of templates, icons, and fonts. Sync projects across devices and access powerful effects and finishes on mobile or web.

    88 Adobe Express alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2016

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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  11. MagicShot.ai icon
     3 likes

    Harness AI to generate stunning visuals from concepts, including logos, photos, and avatars. Features tools like background remover, product photography enhancer, and anime maker, ideal for designers, creators, offering endless possibilities.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2024

    Platforms

    • Online
    • iPhone
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  12. Pixlr-o-matic icon
     61 likes

    Add retro effects to your photos in a snap!

    Turn your photos into cool looking vintage images – editing is as easy as one, two, three. With this fun and simple darkroom app, you can layer filters, lighting and borders to get that retro grunge look in three simple steps. So many.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2011

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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