PikoPixel AlternativesImage Editors and other similar apps like PikoPixel

PikoPixel is described as 'Free, open-source Mac application for drawing & editing pixel-art images. PikoPixel also runs on other Unix-like platforms (Linux, BSD), using the GNUstep framework' and is a Image Editor in the photos & graphics category. There are more than 10 alternatives to PikoPixel for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Web-based, iPad, iPhone and Mac apps. The best PikoPixel alternative is Pixelorama, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like PikoPixel are Aseprite, Piskel, Grafx2 and Pixen.

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PikoPixel alternatives page was last updated Jun 17, 2025
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  1. Pixelorama icon

    Pixelorama

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    Pixelorama is a free and open source sprite editor, ideal for pixel art. In this page you'll be learning about the latest added features, as well as its features in general. It's made with Godot Engine, using GDScript.

    42 Pixelorama alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • GR flagGreece
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Steam
    Pixelorama screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Pixel Art
    2.  Dark Mode
    3.  Support for Layers
    4.  Ad-free
    5.  Works Offline
    6.  No Coding Required
    7.  Keyframe Animation
    8.  No registration required
    9.  No Tracking

    Pixelorama VS PikoPixel

     

    • Pixelorama is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to PikoPixel.

    • Pixelorama is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to PikoPixel.

    • Pixelorama is Free and Open SourcePikoPixel is also Free and Open Source
    • Pixelorama is Lightweight and Privacy focusedPikoPixel is not according to our users
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    Aseprite

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    Aseprite (previously ASE, aka Allegro Sprite Editor) is a program to create animated sprites & pixel art. Sprites are little images that can be used in your website or in a video game. You can draw characters with movement, intros, textures, patterns, backgrounds, logos...

    47 Aseprite alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • AR flagArgentina

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    Aseprite screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Pixel Art
    2.  Works Offline
    3.  Support for Layers
    4.  Live Preview
    5.  Ad-free
    6.  Dark Mode
    7.  No registration required

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    Piskel

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    Remember the good old 2D games and their beautiful sprites? With Piskel you can create your own in a few clicks.

    39 Piskel alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    Piskel screenshot 1

    Top Piskel Features

    1.  Live Preview
    2.  Ad-free
    3.  Dark Mode
    4.  No registration required
    5.  No Tracking
    6.  Works Offline
    7.  Onion skinning
    8.  Pixel Art
    9.  Pixel graphics
    10.  Convert slideshow to video
    11.  Web-Based
    12.  Sprite sheets

    Piskel VS PikoPixel

     

    • Piskel is the most popular Web-based & Self-Hosted alternative to PikoPixel.

    • Piskel is Free and Open SourcePikoPixel is also Free and Open Source
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    Grafx2

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    GrafX2 is a bitmap paint program inspired by the Amiga programs Deluxe Paint and Brilliance. Specialized in 256-color drawing, it includes a very large number of tools and effects that make it particularly suitable for pixel art, game graphics, and generally any detailed...

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    Grafx2 screenshot 1

    Grafx2 Features

    1.  Support for Layers
    2.  Pixel Art

    Grafx2 VS PikoPixel

     
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    Pixen

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    Pixen is a pixel art editor designed for working with low-resolution raster art, such as those 8-bit sprites found in old-school video games. With innovative features like a color palette system, patterns, and high-zoom support, Pixen packs all the tools pixel artists need in an...

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPad
    Pixen screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  Support for Layers
    3.  Pixel Art
    4.  Cloud Sync
    5.  No registration required
    6.  Works Offline
    7.  Dark Mode
    8.  Drawing Tablet Support
    9.  Onion skinning

    Pixen VS PikoPixel

     

    • Pixen is the most popular iPad alternative to PikoPixel.

    • Pixen is Free and ProprietaryPikoPixel is Free and Open Source
    • Pixen is LightweightPikoPixel is not according to our users
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    pixie.haus

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    Generate, refine, and animate pixel sprites in minutes. pixie.haus combines AI with a pixel-art-specific workflow to drastically speed up asset creation.

    42 pixie.haus alternatives

    License model

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • PL flagPoland
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Online
    pixie.haus screenshot 1

    pixie.haus Features

    1.  Pixel graphics
    2.  Pixel Art
    3.  AI-Powered
    4.  Built-in editor
    5.  Image generator

    pixie.haus VS PikoPixel

     

    • pixie.haus is the most popular commercial alternative to PikoPixel.

    • pixie.haus is Paid and ProprietaryPikoPixel is Free and Open Source
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    Resprite

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    Resprite is a powerful 8bit image painter and pixel art studio. It provides a powerful set of pixel art editing tools, an advanced layer and timeline system, and a high-performance rendering engine, which can help you create fascinating pixel art, exquisite spritesheet...

    License model

    Application type

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
    Resprite screenshot 1

    Resprite Features

    1.  Support for Layers
    2.  Pixel Art

    Resprite VS PikoPixel

     

    • Resprite is the most popular iPhone alternative to PikoPixel.

    • Resprite is Paid and ProprietaryPikoPixel is Free and Open Source
  10. PixilArt icon

    PixilArt

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    Draw, explore, and share pixel art.

    26 PixilArt alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
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    PixilArt Features

    1.  Dark Mode
    2.  Support for Layers
    3.  Works Offline
    4.  Artwork
    5.  Pixel Art
    6.  Pixel graphics

    PixilArt VS PikoPixel

     

    • PixilArt is the most popular Android alternative to PikoPixel.

    • PixilArt is Free and ProprietaryPikoPixel is Free and Open Source
  11. Pixel Studio for pixel art icon

    Pixel Studio for pixel art

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    Create amazing pixel art anywhere and anytime! There are layers support, animation and useful tools - all you need to create cool projects.

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Steam
    Pixel Studio for pixel art screenshot 1

    Pixel Studio for pixel art Features

    1.  Works Offline
    2.  Pixel Art

    Pixel Studio for pixel art VS PikoPixel

     
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    Lightcube

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    Lightcube is a pixel art editing tool for game developers and artists alike, with a wide range of features including multiple layers, animation frames and a range of tools include pen, eraser, magic wand selection, paint bucket, line draw and pattern brushes.

    License model

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • GB flagUnited Kingdom

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Steam
    Lightcube screenshot 1

    Lightcube Features

    1.  Custom Brushes
    2.  Drawing Tablet Support
    3.  Pressure Sensitivity
    4.  Keyframe Animation
    5.  Pixel Art

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  13. PixaPencil icon

    PixaPencil

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    An open source pixel art editor for Android.

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
    PixaPencil screenshot 1
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    PixaPencil Features

    1.  Pixel Art

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    PixBuilder

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    Free Photo Editing Software for PC

    PixBuilder Studio is a free image editing software program for digital photo editing, images processing, and resizing. For digital photo editing, you can use its many professional quality functions. PixBuilder Studio allows you to use the foll.

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    PixBuilder screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Support for Layers
    2.  Color correction

    PixBuilder VS PikoPixel

     
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