Procreate AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Image Editors

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   GIMP

    4875 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.

   232 GIMP alternatives

   Cost / License

   • Free
   • Open Source (GPL-3.0)

   Application typeApplication types

   • Image Editor
   • Digital Painting

   Origin

   • United States

   Since

   • Since 2009

   Platforms

   • Mac
   • Windows
   • Linux
   • BSD
   • Snapcraft
   • Flathub
   • PortableApps.com
   • Haiku
   • Flatpak
   • AmigaOS
   • AppImage

   • United States

   

   

   

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   Affinity

    96 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.

   117 Affinity alternatives

   Cost / License

   • Freemium
   • Proprietary

   Application typeApplication types

   • Image Editor
   • Vector Graphic

   Origin

   • Australia

   Since

   • Since 2025

   Platforms

   • Mac
   • Windows
   • iPad

   • Australia

   

   

   

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   Clip Studio Paint

    140 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.

   118 Clip Studio Paint alternatives

   Cost / License

   • Paid
   • Proprietary

   Application typeApplication types

   • Digital Painting
   • Image Editor

   Origin

   • Japan

   Since

   • Since 2013

   Platforms

   • Mac
   • Windows
   • Android
   • iPhone
   • Chrome OS
   • Android Tablet
   • iPad
   • Samsung Galaxy Store

   • Japan

   

   

   

   +9

   

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   Clip Studio Paint vs Procreate Comments

   Positive comment by miwek · Apr 29, 2025

   Avaible on both tablets and computers. Initially made with manga in mind, it's no less capable for illustration, concept art, drawing etc. than Procreate is. Native animation support (although unlimited frames are in the EX version only). Unfortunately, mobile port is subscription-based.

   Positive comment by Krystal ized · Feb 22, 2022

   In my opinion, clip studio has amazing preformance even with my low amounts of RAM. brushes are extremely customizable and its really easy to learn, especially for a professional program. I would highly recommend if you're in need of a simple yet capable drawing or animating tool on any platform.

   Positive comment by Luc Doro · Oct 25, 2021

   I have discovered very basic of this software, and I think this is very powerful tool in hands who Can learn new things. I really recommend it!

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   • Clip Studio Paint is Paid and ProprietaryProcreate is also Paid and Proprietary
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   Pixelmator

    424 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.

   166 Pixelmator alternatives

   Cost / License

   • Paid
   • Proprietary

   Application typeApplication types

   • Image Editor
   • Digital Painting

   Origin

   • United States

   Since

   • Since 2009

   Platforms

   • Mac
   • iPhone
   • iPad

   • United States

   

   

   

   +8

   

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   MediBang Paint

    121 likes

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

   91 MediBang Paint alternatives

   Cost / License

   • Freemium
   • Proprietary

   Application typeApplication types

   • Digital Painting
   • Image Editor

   Origin

   • Japan

   Since

   • Since 2015

   Platforms

   • Mac
   • Windows
   • Android
   • iPhone
   • Android Tablet
   • iPad
   • Steam

   • Japan

   

   

   

   +4

   

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   Negative comment by Guest · Oct 22, 2020

   Medibang has very limited brushed and other ways to draw and I find it quite clunky.

   Positive comment by uhada · Sep 21, 2019

   You get a classic interface with a lot of the painting and editing tools you know from Photoshop. Some limitations, but it's free (with a few ads in the menu). Personally I use Affinity Designer and Photo that are not free, but very powerful!

   Positive comment by Guest · Apr 18, 2019

   because is not difficult like procreate

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   • MediBang Paint is Freemium and ProprietaryProcreate is Paid and Proprietary
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   FireAlpaca

    92 likes

   FireAlpaca is the image editor that can be used readily and easily. We made it possible to provide the completely free download, in order for our products to be experienced by more users from all over the world. It is available for both Mac and Windows users!

   137 FireAlpaca alternatives

   Cost / License

   • Free
   • Proprietary

   Application typeApplication types

   • Digital Painting
   • Image Editor

   Since

   • Since 2012

   Platforms

   • Mac
   • Windows
   • Linux

   

   

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   Positive comment by Guest · Jan 4, 2020

   Free, easy to use and can function to edit photos, trace, draw, add backgrounds.

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   • FireAlpaca is Free and ProprietaryProcreate is Paid and Proprietary
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    Fossify Paint

     18 likes

    Privacy-centric digital drawing tool perfect for all skill levels. Create, customize, and share art with adjustable brushes, canvas colors, and versatile format support via PNG, JPG, and SVG without compromising your privacy—fully open-source.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (GPL-3.0)

    Application typeApplication types

    • Digital Painting
    • Image Editor

    Origin

    • India

    Since

    • Since 2025

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • F-Droid
    • OpenAPK

    • India

    

    

    

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    PaintTool SAI

     145 likes

    PaintTool SAI is high quality and lightweight painting software, fully digitizer support, amazing anti-aliased paintings, provide easy and stable operation, this software make digital art more enjoyable and comfortable.

    106 PaintTool SAI alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application typeApplication types

    • Digital Painting
    • Image Editor

    Origin

    • Japan

    Since

    • Since 2009

    Platforms

    • Windows

    • Japan

    

    

    

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    Negative comment by Raygen · May 22, 2022

    Old software and interface, and with less functions in respect to other softwares. Good as a starting point, but not a good replacement for other options.

    Positive comment by Guest · May 5, 2018

    PaintTool SAI is easy to use, has amazing brushes, and overall a neat layout

    Positive comment by Guest · Nov 23, 2020

    An amazing application for both beginners and pros.

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    Corel Painter

     70 likes

    Corel Painter offers realistic traditional media simulation with features like customizable brushes, extensive format support, layering, blending tools, and more, tailored for professional artists working in drawing, painting, and printmaking.

    91 Corel Painter alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application typeApplication types

    • Digital Painting
    • Image Editor

    Origin

    • Canada

    Since

    • Since 2009

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows

    • Canada

    

    

    

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    Artrage

     70 likes

    A simple but lovely natural media painting and sketching program. Art oriented, but capable of loading/saving photoshop files.

    72 Artrage alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application typeApplication types

    • Digital Painting
    • Image Editor

    Origin

    • United Kingdom

    Since

    • Since 2009

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad

    • United Kingdom

    

    

    

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    Positive comment by Guest · Dec 24, 2016

    *Full desktop version IS available in ArtRage (and also offers lighter versions for iPad and other tablets, and phones). *Richness of textures: even if printed in flat 2D, gives a sense of thickness of oils and other media, and grain. *Affordable, and no need to renew licence yearly: lifetime full ownership.

    Positive comment by Guest · Apr 18, 2019

    because it has beautiful brushes

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    ibis Paint X

     43 likes

    ibis Paint is an easy yet powerful drawing app made with tools for sketching manga right at your fingertips.

    67 ibis Paint X alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application typeApplication types

    • Digital Painting
    • Image Editor

    Origin

    • Japan

    Since

    • Since 2016

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • iPad

    • Japan

    

    

    

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    Positive comment by Anipe · Apr 22, 2022

    Its a good program at its core but it suffers from low performance on low end devices

    Positive comment by Guest · Mar 29, 2021

    I like Ibis as an alternative because I have an android tablet and Procreate is unsupported. I don't want to get an Ipad because of the great features android comes with.

    Positive comment by MariaAmbas · Mar 9, 2021

    i like ibis paint bc its more useful easier to use or its just me but try it its the best for me

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    • ibis Paint X is Freemium and ProprietaryProcreate is Paid and Proprietary
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    Pocket Paint

     21 likes

    Pocket Paint is a paint editor that, among others, allows setting parts of pictures to transparent and zooming up to pixel level.

    43 Pocket Paint alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application typeApplication types

    • Digital Painting
    • Image Editor

    Origin

    • Austria
    • EU

    Since

    • Since 2019

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid

    • Austria
    • EU

    

    

    

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