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# GIMP (GNU Image Manipulation Program)

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> Graphics manipulation platform that enables designers to develop images, icons and more by using various design elements and tools.
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> Verdict: Rated **4.4/5** by 3493 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**.

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## Overview

### Who Uses GIMP (GNU Image Manipulation Program)?

On-premise graphics manipulation platform that enables graphic designers, photographers and others to create design elements, icons, scripted images and more using various programming languages.

## Quick Stats & Ratings

| Metric | Rating | Detail |
| **Overall** | **4.4/5** | 3493 Reviews |
| Ease of Use | 3.9/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Customer Support Software | 4.0/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Value for Money | 4.8/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Features | 4.3/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Recommendation percentage | 80% | (8/10 Likelihood to recommend) |

## About the vendor

- **Company**: GIMP

## Commercial Context

- **Pricing model**:  (Free version available)
- **Pricing Details**: GIMP is an open-source software. It is available for free.
- **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+
- **Deployment & Platforms**: Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Linux (Desktop)
- **Supported Languages**: English
- **Available Countries**: United States

## Features

- CAD Tools
- Image Editing
- Pattern, Color & Art Storage

## Integrations (2 total)

- Adobe Photoshop
- Inkscape

## Support Options

- Email/Help Desk
- Knowledge Base Software

## Category

- [Graphic Design Software](https://www.capterra.ca/directory/31010/graphic-design/software)

## Alternatives

1. [Canva](https://www.capterra.ca/software/168956/canva) — 4.7/5 (13245 reviews)
2. [Adobe Photoshop](https://www.capterra.ca/software/1012156/adobe-photoshop) — 4.8/5 (2434 reviews)
3. [Adobe Illustrator](https://www.capterra.ca/software/1010286/adobe-illustrator) — 4.8/5 (8642 reviews)
4. [Fotor](https://www.capterra.ca/software/181589/fotor) — 4.5/5 (1092 reviews)
5. [CorelDRAW](https://www.capterra.ca/software/124823/coreldraw) — 4.5/5 (1520 reviews)

## Reviews

### "Solid Free Editing Tool" — 4.0/5

> **Kimb** | *March 5, 2025* | Design | Recommendation rating: 8.0/10
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> **Pros**: It's free and customizable. Enabled me to retouch photos, make elaborate designs in the time it takes
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> **Cons**: The interface is becoming too outdated and requires a coat of paint
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> I've tried GIMP on different projects and I believe it can be a solid free alternative to other Graphics software

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### "Free, open-source image editing - can't ask for anything more." — 5.0/5

> **Ben** | *March 17, 2025* | Automotive | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10
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> **Pros**: Fantastic, free, high end and advanced open-source photo editing software.
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> **Cons**: Can't think of any cons, especially for a free platform.

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### "GIMP review" — 5.0/5

> **Matthew** | *November 6, 2023* | Construction | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10
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> **Pros**: This software is everything Adobe photoshop is, without the high cost
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> **Cons**: There is really not much to complain about, I guess the learning curve can be a challenge

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### "Brilliant free tool for early designers" — 4.0/5

> **Hayden** | *March 19, 2026* | Computer Software | Recommendation rating: 7.0/10
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> **Pros**: GIMP was a great software to use in my early days of designing. It's broad range of tools and ease of use made it possible to create assets quickly and simply, as well as exporting them.
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> **Cons**: my main concern was the quality of this images when they were exported. When images were angled, they'd come out a little blurry and not as high resolution as i hoped. This made it challenging when the assets in question were texted base or included small details that i would have liked to be noticable.
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> I had a great experience with GIMP, as a free tool it made any design idea i had possible, and was easy to be able to use, allowing me to keep creating assets whilst in a fast paced environment.

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### "Powerful Free Alternative to Adobe Photoshop with a Learning Curve" — 5.0/5

> **Kiragu** | *November 14, 2024* | Information Technology & Services | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10
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> **Pros**: GIMP is entirely free, with no subscription fees, which makes it accessible to everyone.
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> **Cons**: The layout and navigation could be improved to feel more user-friendly. For advanced photo editing, GIMP lacks some high-end tools that Photoshop offers.
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> GIMP has been a reliable tool for my graphic design and photo editing needs. It’s powerful enough for many professional tasks, even though there are some limitations. The learning curve was initially challenging, but once I got comfortable with it, I found it versatile and effective for most tasks. The community and online resources are also very helpful for learning and troubleshooting.

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