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GIMP vs Affinity: catalog facts
GIMP	Affinity
Free Free software under the GNU GPL; there is no paid edition and no subscription.	Free Free for individuals, with a separate enterprise offering.
Windows, macOS, Linux	Windows, macOS
Full layer, mask, selection and path editing for photo retouching and composites Runs on Linux, macOS and Windows from one project	Vector, photo and layout tools in one app Imports PSD, AI, IDML and DWG files with layers intact
The interface follows its own conventions, so Photoshop habits do not transfer cleanly CMYK support for print work is still limited compared with commercial editors	Requires a Canva account to download Some AI features are tied to Canva
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Open source	Closed source
License: GPL-3.0-or-later	License not stated
No account needed	Account needed
Works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 20, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 24, 2026

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