GIMP vs Paintstorm

Struggling to choose between GIMP and Paintstorm? Both products offer unique advantages, making it a tough decision.

GIMP is a Photos & Graphics solution with tags like photo-editing, raster-graphics-editor, open-source.

It boasts features such as Photo retouching tools, Advanced selection tools, Layers & masks, Plug-in system, Scripting, Customizable interface and pros including Free and open source, Available for Windows, Mac & Linux, Powerful editing capabilities, Active community support, Extendable via plugins & scripts.

On the other hand, Paintstorm is a Photos & Graphics product tagged with painting, illustration, concept-art, matte-painting, texture-painting.

Its standout features include Layer-based editing, Non-destructive editing, Customizable brushes, Perspective tools, Transform tools, Selection tools, Blend modes, Masking, Filters, 3D painting, EXR support, Unlimited canvas size, and it shines with pros like Powerful brush engine, Excellent layer management, Perspective and transform tools, Supports extremely large canvases, Affordable one-time price, No subscription required.

Feature	GIMP	Paintstorm
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Primary Category	Photos & Graphics	Photos & Graphics

Product Overview

GIMP

Description: GIMP (GNU Image Manipulation Program), a powerful and free open-source alternative to commercial image editing software. With a rich set of features for photo retouching, graphic design, and digital art, GIMP provides a versatile platform for creative expression without the price tag.

Paintstorm

Description: Paintstorm is a powerful digital painting and photo editing software for Windows. It provides professional-level tools for illustration, concept art, matte painting, and texture painting with support for extremely large canvases.

Key Features Comparison

GIMP Features

• Photo retouching tools
• Advanced selection tools
• Layers & masks
• Plug-in system
• Scripting
• Customizable interface

Paintstorm Features

• Layer-based editing
• Non-destructive editing
• Customizable brushes
• Perspective tools
• Transform tools
• Selection tools
• Blend modes
• Masking
• Filters
• 3D painting
• EXR support
• Unlimited canvas size

Pros & Cons Analysis

GIMP

Pros

• Free and open source
• Available for Windows, Mac & Linux
• Powerful editing capabilities
• Active community support
• Extendable via plugins & scripts

Cons

• Steep learning curve
• Limited native RAW support
• No non-destructive editing
• Lacks some advanced features of paid options

Paintstorm

Pros

• Powerful brush engine
• Excellent layer management
• Perspective and transform tools
• Supports extremely large canvases
• Affordable one-time price
• No subscription required

Cons

• Windows only
• Can be resource intensive
• Limited native RAW support
• No animation tools

Pricing Comparison

GIMP

• Open Source

Paintstorm

• One-time Purchase