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GIMP

A free, open-source image editor for photo retouching, image composition and image authoring.

Developer: The GIMP Development TeamPlatforms: Windows, macOS, LinuxOpen source: YesFree plan: AvailableFree trial: Not listedLast checked: 2026-10-10

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Main capabilities

photo retouchingimage compositionimage authoringplugins

Known limitations

  • A raster image editor; it does not replace vector illustration, page layout or every specialist photo workflow.

Alternatives

Related products are not guaranteed to be equivalent. Compare features and constraints for your own needs.

FREEReviewed 2026-10-10

Adobe Photoshop ↔ GIMP

Both products support photo and raster-image editing. GIMP is a free, open-source option to assess when the need is image editing rather than a specific Photoshop-only workflow.

Overlapping capabilities: Photo editing, Image composition, Image retouching.

Limitations: GIMP is not asserted to be feature-equivalent to Photoshop. Photoshop's current product page describes additional subscription services and features; users should compare their required workflow before switching.

Platform differences: GIMP lists Windows, macOS and Linux; Adobe describes Photoshop for desktop, web and mobile.

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Verification evidence

Core product metadata was checked against official sources on 2026-10-10.

  • https://www.gimp.org/about/Product identity, stated capabilities and availability reviewed against the official source. Checked 2026-10-10.
  • https://www.gimp.org/Product identity, stated capabilities and availability reviewed against the official source. Checked 2026-10-10.

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