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Photopea vs GIMP

Both are free image editors with layers and masks. Photopea runs in the browser and opens PSD files. GIMP is open-source desktop software for Windows, macOS, and Linux, with plugins and scripts.

Photopea

Photoshop-class editor free in the browser

Choose Photopea if you have a Photoshop file to open, or cannot install anything.

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GIMP

Free desktop editor for photos and graphics

Choose GIMP if you want installed software that works offline and can be extended.

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	Photopea	GIMP
Price	Free + optional ads removal	Free / open source
Free option	Yes	Yes, open source
Toolora score	91/100	87/100
Known for	PSD and multi-format support · Layers, masks, smart objects · Runs fully in browser · No install required	Layers, masks, and filters · Photo retouching tools · Plugin and script support · Windows, macOS, and Linux

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