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PhotoLine vs Affinity: catalog facts
PhotoLine	Affinity
Paid Commercial software sold through the developer's site, with a download available.	Free Free for individuals, with a separate enterprise offering.
Windows, macOS	Windows, macOS
Photo, vector and layout tools in a single program CMYK, Lab and ICC color management with up to 32 bits per channel	Vector, photo and layout tools in one app Imports PSD, AI, IDML and DWG files with layers intact
No Linux version Wide feature set takes time to learn	Requires a Canva account to download Some AI features are tied to Canva
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Closed source	Closed source
License not stated	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	Account needed
Works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 24, 2026

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