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Photo Editing Software

Tools for retouching, layers and colour work on photos. Compare price, power and learning curve.

3 Tools for Windows and macOS
  1. Our Recommendation

    Adobe Photoshop

    The industry standard for photo editing, with the deepest toolset. It is a subscription and takes time to learn.

    Runs onWindowsmacOS
    Age: 36 years Verified on 
    25 € per monthSubscription
    7-day trial
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    Subscription. Approximate list price in euros, check the vendor.

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  2. GIMP

    A free, open-source editor that covers most photo work. Its interface is less polished than paid tools.

    Runs onWindowsmacOS
    Age: 30 years Verified on 
    0 €Free
    Open source
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    Free, open source.

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  3. Affinity Photo

    A capable alternative to Photoshop without a subscription. The plugin ecosystem is smaller.

    Runs onWindowsmacOS
    Age: 11 years Verified on 
    0 €Free
    Free tier
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    Free to use; AI features are paid.

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