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Alternatives to Photoshop

Compare these options for your workflow. Free plans, licensing, hosting costs and feature limits differ; check the official product pages before switching.

The Alternatives

PhotopeaWeb-based

A browser-based image editor with PSD support. Test a copy of your files and check that layers, effects and exports fit your workflow.

Visit Photopea →

GIMPOpen-Source · Offline

The classic open-source image editor: layers, masks, plugins, 80+ languages.

Visit GIMP →

KritaOpen-Source · Offline

Built by artists for artists — brush engines that rival paid painting tools.

Visit Krita →

Quick Comparison

Alternative	Type
Photopea	Web-based
GIMP	Open-Source · Offline
Krita	Open-Source · Offline

Before you switch: Test a copy of a real project, check import and export support, and confirm current licensing and any hosting or optional service costs on the official website.

How should I compare these alternatives?

Start with your essential tasks. Check device support, collaboration, offline access and the ability to export your work. A similar feature list does not guarantee the same workflow.

Does free software have ongoing costs?

It can. Hosting, storage, optional synchronization, support and team features may cost extra. Review the official license and plan details before adopting a product.