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GIMP

Free and open source raster image editor for Windows, macOS and Linux

GIMP (GNU Image Manipulation Program) is a free, open source image editor used for photo retouching, image composition and digital artwork. It offers layers, masks, selection tools, a wide range of filters and scripts and plugins in Python or Script-Fu. GIMP 3.0 added non-destructive filters and a refreshed interface, and it is a common Photoshop alternative for people who want to avoid subscriptions.

Cost / License
FreeOpen source(GPL-3.0-or-later)
Categories
Photo Editing
Platforms
WindowsMacLinux
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Updated
Oct 12, 2026

Features

Our take

Pros

  • Free, open source and available on Windows, macOS and Linux
  • Layers, masks, filters and scripting in Python or Script-Fu
  • Non-destructive filters since version 3.0

Cons

  • Interface and workflows differ from Photoshop, which slows switchers
  • Fewer AI and generative tools than commercial editors

Editorial assessment by the Alternatives.tools team, based on what the product is known for. Not a user review.

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