Alternatives to GIMP

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GIMP
GIMP is a powerful, free, and open-source image manipulation program suitable for various users including graphic designers and photographers.

You can find a list of tools similar in features and functionality to GIMP below.


These tools are popular under Design. We included a brief overview of their pricing, but the best way to compare between them is to visit their websites.

Adobe Photoshop Logo
Adobe Photoshop
The best photo editing software for spectacular photos and graphics.
Paid; Paid from $10/mo
visit website
Affinity Designer Logo
Affinity Designer
Affinity Designer is an award-winning vector graphics software for creating high-quality designs and illustrations.
Paid; Paid from
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Artboard Studio Logo
Artboard Studio
Artboard Studio is a graphic and motion design tool with automation features and an extensive content library to create one design into thousands easily.
Artboard Studio Logo
Artboard Studio
Vector, image, audio and video all in one. Combine all assets you need to make amazing content in the browser.
Paid; Paid from $12/mo
visit website
Clip Studio Paint Logo
Clip Studio Paint
Your go-to art studio for illustration, animation, manga, & webtoons.
Paid; Paid from $169.95/ye
visit website
CorelDRAW Logo
CorelDRAW
CorelDRAW.com offers professional graphic design software with vector, technical illustration & CAD software options to design logos, posters, drafting, prototypes, & more.
Dribbble Logo
Dribbble
Millions of designers and agencies around the world showcase their portfolio work on Dribbble - the home to the world’s best design and creative professionals.
Freepik Logo
Freepik
A platform offering millions of free graphic resources including photos, vectors, icons, and templates.
Krita Logo
Krita
Krita is a free and open-source digital painting software designed for artists.
MediBang Pro Logo
MediBang Pro
MediBang Pro is an intuitive digital canvas application designed for digital creators on iPad.
Photopea Logo
Photopea
Photopea is a free online photo editor that allows you to edit images directly in your browser.
Pixlr Logo
Pixlr
Pixlr offers a suite of online photo editing and design tools powered by AI technology.
Paid; Paid from $0.99/mo
visit website
Procreate Logo
Procreate
Procreate is a powerful and intuitive app designed for artists and creative professionals.
Paid; Paid from
visit website
unDraw Logo
unDraw
Open-source illustrations for every project you can imagine and create.
Vistacreate Logo
Vistacreate
VistaCreate is a free graphic design tool with thousands of free templates for you to choose from.
Paid; Paid from $10/mo
visit website
Xara Logo
Xara
Create content that speaks to your audience. A complete toolkit that reflects your ideas with visual results. No design skills required.

Not all tools offer the same features. If you're looking for a particular feature, most tools offer a free trial that you can run to see if they're a good fit.


If you're not entirely sure what you're looking for, it might be a good idea to browse through all the tools listed under the Design page.


The Postmake directory also contains tools that are generally categorized under the same category as GIMP.

Adobe Photoshop Logo
Adobe Photoshop
The best photo editing software for spectacular photos and graphics.
Paid; Paid from $10/mo
visit website
Affinity Designer Logo
Affinity Designer
Affinity Designer is an award-winning vector graphics software for creating high-quality designs and illustrations.
Paid; Paid from
visit website
Artboard Studio Logo
Artboard Studio
Artboard Studio is a graphic and motion design tool with automation features and an extensive content library to create one design into thousands easily.
Artboard Studio Logo
Artboard Studio
Vector, image, audio and video all in one. Combine all assets you need to make amazing content in the browser.
Paid; Paid from $12/mo
visit website
Artrage Logo
Artrage
Artrage is a digital painting software that offers a range of realistic painting tools and textures.
Paid; Paid from
visit website
Blender Logo
Blender
Blender is a free and open-source 3D creation software that empowers users with the freedom to create.
Paid from $1/mo
visit website
Canva Logo
Canva
Free-to-use online graphic design tool. Use it to create social media posts, presentations, posters, videos, logos and more.
Free; Paid from $12.99/mo
visit website
Clip Studio Paint Logo
Clip Studio Paint
Your go-to art studio for illustration, animation, manga, & webtoons.
Paid; Paid from $169.95/ye
visit website
CorelDRAW Logo
CorelDRAW
CorelDRAW.com offers professional graphic design software with vector, technical illustration & CAD software options to design logos, posters, drafting, prototypes, & more.
Dribbble Logo
Dribbble
Millions of designers and agencies around the world showcase their portfolio work on Dribbble - the home to the world’s best design and creative professionals.
Figma Logo
Figma
Figma connects everyone in the design process so teams can deliver better products, faster.
Free; Paid from $15/mo
visit website
Freepik Logo
Freepik
A platform offering millions of free graphic resources including photos, vectors, icons, and templates.
Corel Vector Logo
Corel Vector
Design online with Corel Vector! Create stunning vector graphics with intuitive tools.
Krita Logo
Krita
Krita is a free and open-source digital painting software designed for artists.
MediBang Pro Logo
MediBang Pro
MediBang Pro is an intuitive digital canvas application designed for digital creators on iPad.
Overflow Logo
Overflow
The all-in-one design communication platform.
Free Trial; Paid from $15/mo
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Photopea Logo
Photopea
Photopea is a free online photo editor that allows you to edit images directly in your browser.
PixelSnap 2 Logo
PixelSnap 2
The fastest tool for measuring anything on your screen.
Paid; Paid from $39
visit website
Pixlr Logo
Pixlr
Pixlr offers a suite of online photo editing and design tools powered by AI technology.
Paid; Paid from $0.99/mo
visit website
Procreate Logo
Procreate
Procreate is a powerful and intuitive app designed for artists and creative professionals.
Paid; Paid from
visit website
SIzzy Logo
SIzzy
All the tools you need are in one place, responsive design is a breeze, no more context switching.
Free Trial; Paid from $15/mo
visit website
Spirit Logo
Spirit
The ultimate tool to create high-quality animations directly in the browser.
Free Trial; Paid from $12/mo
visit website
unDraw Logo
unDraw
Open-source illustrations for every project you can imagine and create.
Vectr Logo
Vectr
Vectr is an AI-powered tool that allows users to create and edit vector graphics effortlessly.
Paid; Paid from $10/mo
visit website
Vistacreate Logo
Vistacreate
VistaCreate is a free graphic design tool with thousands of free templates for you to choose from.
Paid; Paid from $10/mo
visit website
Xara Logo
Xara
Create content that speaks to your audience. A complete toolkit that reflects your ideas with visual results. No design skills required.
Adobe XD Logo
Adobe XD
Adobe XD Learn & Support provides resources for users to get started with Adobe XD, including tutorials and community support.
Zeplin Logo
Zeplin
Organize screens. Publish locked designs. Scale design systems. All in a workspace friendly to the entire team, including non-designers.
Free; Paid from $8/mo
visit website

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