GIMP vs Paint.NET: catalog facts
 GIMP |  Paint.NET |
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Free Free software under the GNU GPL; there is no paid edition and no subscription. |
Free The Classic release from getpaint.net is free for personal, academic, commercial… |
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Windows, macOS, Linux |
Windows |
- Full layer, mask, selection and path editing for photo retouching and composites
- Runs on Linux, macOS and Windows from one project
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- Layers, unlimited undo, special effects and a tool set that covers most everyday editing
- Free for commercial and business use, not just personal use
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- 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
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- Windows only and closed source
- The Microsoft Store copy costs money; the free copy is the one from the website
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Downloadable app |
Downloadable app |
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Open source |
Closed source |
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License: GPL-3.0-or-later |
License not stated |
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No account needed |
No account needed |
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Works offline |
Works offline |
Checked September 20, 2026 | Checked September 20, 2026 |
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