Overall Winner
Paint.NET
beats GIMP by 1 points
Paint.NET 🏆 51/100
GIMP 50/100
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Paint.NET
Free
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GIMP
Free
The verdict
Paint.NET scores 51/100 against GIMP's 50/100. Compare the full breakdown of scores, features, pricing, and user reviews below.
Score breakdown
Dimension
Paint.NET
GIMP
Price & Value
★★★★☆
★★★★☆
Features
★★★☆☆
★★★☆☆
Ease of Use
★★★☆☆ wins
★★☆☆☆
Reviews
★★★☆☆ wins
★★☆☆☆
Each dimension rated 1–5. Higher is better across all four.
What users say
Paint.NET
"Free fast Windows photo editor with layers and plugin extensibility"
Pros
Free lightweight editor with fast performance on Windows Layer support with extensive effects and plugins Simple interface accessible for beginners
GIMP
"Free open-source photo editor rivaling Photoshop for budget-conscious users"
Pros
Free Photoshop replacement with no subscription Full layer-based editing with masks and filters Scriptable via Python and Scheme for automation
Pricing & value
| Metric | Paint.NET | GIMP | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free tier | Yes | Yes | Tie |
| Starting price | Free | Free | Paint.NET |
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