Best GIMP Alternatives
The top-ranked GIMP alternative is Adobe Photoshop (Subscription). The best free option is Krita (open source).
GIMP is a free open-source raster graphics editor for photo retouching and image composition. People seek alternatives for a more polished interface, better performance, or professional features.
1Industry-standard professional image editing and compositing software.
2Free all-in-one photo, vector and layout app from Canva; AI features need Canva Pro.
3Free, open-source painting and image editing tool for artists.
Photopea
FreemiumFree browser-based editor that opens and edits Photoshop files.
Free Windows image editor with layers, effects, and plugins.
Pixelmator Pro
PaidApple-owned image editor for Mac; one-time purchase, or included in Apple Creator Studio.
Corel PaintShop Pro
PaidFeature-rich photo editing software with a one-time purchase.
Cloud-based photo editor with AI tools and templates.
Free, open-source vector graphics editor with a full feature set.
darktable
Open SourceFree, open-source photography workflow and raw developer.
Drag-and-drop design and photo editing tool with templates.
PhotoScape X
FreemiumFree photo editor with collage, batch editing, and filters.
GIMP alternatives: FAQ
What is the best alternative to GIMP?
Adobe Photoshop is ranked first on this list (Subscription). The ranking combines our base score with readers' votes, so it can change.
What is the best free alternative to GIMP?
The highest-ranked free or open-source options here are Krita, Paint.NET and Inkscape.
Which GIMP alternatives work on Mac?
Adobe Photoshop, Affinity (by Canva), Krita and Pixelmator Pro run on macOS.
Which GIMP alternatives work on Linux?
Krita, Inkscape and darktable run on Linux.
Are there GIMP alternatives for Android?
Yes: Pixlr and Canva have Android apps.
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