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GIMP vs Pixlr: catalog facts
GIMP	Pixlr
Free Free software under the GNU GPL; there is no paid edition and no subscription.	Freemium Free to use in the browser, with paid plans listed on its pricing page.
Windows, macOS, Linux	Web
Full layer, mask, selection and path editing for photo retouching and composites Runs on Linux, macOS and Windows from one project	Runs in the browser with no install More than 20 editing tools plus a collage maker
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	Needs an internet connection AI features rely on third-party models
Downloadable app	Web application
Open source	Closed source
License: GPL-3.0-or-later	License not stated
No account needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline	Needs internet
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 20, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026

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