GIMP Reviews: 4.3/5 — Solid Choice

This is a great open source program for those unable to afford the more costly programs such as Adobe Photoshop and their Master Suite counterparts. Although there is a learning curve, the ability to do everything that these other software (i.e. Adobe PhotoShop) can do is unbelievable.

In all honesty, there is very little to dislike about the software provided by GIMP.org. The fact it was created in an open source volunteer environment with very knowledgeable persons just mesmerizes the crap out of me. I could never achieve such feats.

GIMP has helped me create some wonderful images for friends, family, and even work. The wealth of knowledge on the internet in the form of blogs, forums and YouTube videos is a melting pot of lessons to be learned. The end results for a novice graphics person such as myself are wonderful.

GIMP is simply the best Image Manipulation Software available for free, and it is entirely open-source. It is pretty easy to use and is my go-to software for image editing.

There is nothing to dislike once you get friendly with the interface, but it might come as a very overwhelming tool for absolute beginners, given that there is too much to explore.

As the name suggests, GIMP is for image editing. It provides various tools within the software, which come in handy in situations like merging and stacking multiple images. If you are a photographer and need to blur/sharpen something, flatten the image, manipulate hue/saturation, and whatnot, you can do it all with this.

GIMP is a free photo editing software that does everything Photoshop does, or at least it does everything I've ever used Photoshop for. It gives me a wide range of options for editing and creating artwork, and saving it in various formats and ways.

It can be a little tricky to learn how to do certain things, especially if you are used to using Photoshop, but that just takes learning, and Googling will always provide answers to what others did.

Editing photos and artwork, as well as creating new images and artwork, and it's helping me do all the things I would need a Photoshop subscription to be doing. It's made things a lot easier for me.

The software is free and has amazing capabilities. I utilize many of the basic editing tools because I am still a novice when it comes to editing photos. However, I also use some of the plugins that have been developed. For example, I use a plugin that allows me to batch-edit many photos at one time. This comes in handy when you have to apply the same filters and sizing options to more than just a couple of photos. I was using it to edit multiple photos for a real estate agency that had 20-50 photos of each house. I would auto-color correct and resize them using the batching program. Then, I would manually fix the couple of images that we liked and wanted to touch up afterward.

The program can be a little confusing until you get your bearings. If I could make one recommendation, it would be to make the program a little more intuitive. Many times I have had to go watch a YouTube video to learn how to use the program.

I use GIMP when I need to make the same edits to several photos at one time. The batch editor plugin makes editing multiple photos quick and easy. I can run the plugin to edit a handful of photos, then go manually to edit the ones that need a little more attention. The other thing I use GIMP for, a lot, is to remove backgrounds from images. It is really easy to open GIMP and throw up a picture to remove a background. Once you remove the background, you can export the image in a PNG format and have a very good-quality image that has the background removed.

I like the wide range of extensions available for GIMP and the community of users that makes finding information a breeze. It is a powerful graphic design program that rivals paid options.

There is a sharp learning curve for this program. Some of the menu locations do not seem to be intuitive, so it would be nice if one could reorganize where items are in different menus.

I use gimp to design graphics for presentations and use them on social media. It has saved a lot of time in creating graphics for my church. It has templates that meet all my needs in those area.

It's easy to transition from Photoshop to Gimp. Gimp is also a powerful and versatile tool that produces professional looking results.

Since it's open source it's not always as easy to find support for specific issues.

Gimp is open source so I didn't have to ask my company for access to an expensive software package to meet my needs. I am able to produce professional looking products for a newsletter and pamphlets that I design.

It's abialt yto work with layers and alpha channels.

Floating layer selections and how menues seem to flip sides of the screen and disappear.

I use gimpt o adjust photo booth templates in the field. I have GImp installed on my laptops. When there's an issue so be solved with a template.....Gimp saves me everytime.

Powerful and free. Supports most common file types.

Not super intuitive but worth it to support the open source community.

I don't need image manipulation on a regular basis so paying a high price for the most popular software doesn't make sense. GIMP lets me make pretty technical alterations for free.

I like that it makes it easy and free to edit photos using features usually found on paid platforms

There is definitely a learning curve at times and i've had to look on youtube to find solutions on how to do specific tasks that are unclear in the software itself.

I have solved the need for advanced photo editing without paying for a software like photoshop. This has benefitted myself and others greatly as we've been able to save money without skimping on necessary tools.

All of the tools are available, which are there in photoshop and easy to use. The best thing is it is open source.

Locatability of tools is sometimes very difficult; else, all things are okay with GIMP

Creating designs and editing pictures for my client's websites/projects

The interface is intuitive and easy to pick up fast. Layer management is also easy, and the blending tools are responsive. I've been without Photoshop access on machines in the past, and Gimp is a terrific alternative. The export features are also robust -- I've been able to save to variety of formats without issue.

More filter features would be great, and more refined pixel/color selection tools would be a plus. Sometimes it's difficult to get clean selections when using the base lasso and wand tools. I should note however that I've encountered performance issues with large scale images for print (10,000 px+), though this is also attributable to the limitations of my machine. Keyboard shortcuts and right-click functionality has been better in recent versions, but that's another point where I prefer Photoshop.

When I need to make training images or rasterized web assets for work, Gimp is a great resource. The export features are great. Exporting at 2x and 3x for screens is a breeze. These graphics have been used for menu icons, web graphics, information graphics, and even team t-shirt designs.

Every feature, either simple or complicated has perfect documentation and many tutorials, both official and by users. Also, it feels like it perfoms better than the highly priced software.

The menus may get lost between multiple monitors, and the constant disconnection between the main window and the toolbars is somewhat misleading and hard to get used to, especially if you close one of them.

I use it for any graphical edition I need to perform - in my case - removing the background and creating transparent PNGs. Also, I use it for making some funny photo editions for personal use.

The ability to make the backgrounds of images transparent is one of my favorite features to use in GIMP. I also use the resizing tool within it to resize pictures for my requirements. What I have found useful when working with complex images is that you can set each of its component on a different layer where they can be worked on individually. Best of all it is free to download and use.

Sometimes to layering and cropping of images to content or selection can be confusing. I also dont like that when images which were created in a different tool change colour when imported into gimp. It would be nice if it could keep the same colour.

Image editing problems go away when I use gimp. Whether you want to resize, shade, blend areas of an image, then gimp is a beautiful tool to have. It is not as complicated as other tools and does not require too many hours of use to finish your image editing projects. Also if you are low on funds, dont worry because its free to use.

I love the immeasurable saving with a true likeness to Photoshop. It saves money for those just starting out, especially for business purposes.

There are times that I can't find clear instructions and find myself having to go online and search for video tutorials.

I discontinued my Adobe membership and had been looking for a less expensive alternative as I started up a new small business. Cutting costs was most important to me.

I love using Gimp because it is open source! There are always updates to make the program better and plenty of free resources made by the those within the Gimp community.

I dislike that there is limited support in trouble shooting the program. I also have issues connecting my tablet to draw on the computer. I hope that there is a tablet app in the future.

Gimp is a powerful resource for creatives. I can create logos, digital drawings, fliers, documents, and edit photos all in one place. It is the best program to use for digital graphics.

Free, simple, and there were plenty of youtube videos to help with basics, how-to's etc, which enabled me to get started very quickly. Did i mention it is free!!? I definitely would recommend it!

There was no particular thing that i disliked about it. As long as you are patient and can follow instructions, then it does what it needs to do. It is a free photoshop alternative.

I have used it for removing the background of photos, creating logos and general editing of images etc. I am still fairly new to using GIMP but I am finding my way around easily.

I downloaded Gimp when I was just playing around with design and not sure if it was something I wanted to pursue. It's not as high quality as Photoshop, but it got the job done. I've now been designing for years and use photoshop primarily, but still use Gimp for some features that photoshop doesn't have!

It is just a little glitchy, and would sometimes crash my old computer. It's lacking some features that Photoshop has as well. But hey, you get what you pay for!

Creating PNGs, editing images, designing, editing flyers. It's budget-friendly and allows you to design without the commitment of purchasing an Adobe subscription.

Easy to use, free and open source project

GIMP doesn't looks good on my 4k 17 inch laptop monitor with 200% scale

Scale images, cuttings parts of image.

You can do a lot of the basic functions you might be used to using in photoshop without paying a steep subscription fee.

If you're used to the adobe suite, you might find the user interface a little awkward abd clunky. Doing things like resizing and rotating images, adding text, and making selections can feel like they take longer.

GIMP is great for putting together quick mockups, adjusting the levelsbon images, cropping, and adding text.

GIMP has every feature that PS has at $0. Prior experience with image editing software is a plus if you're looking to jump right it. Otherwise, online help manuals provided by the creators and the community at large are beneficial. I've used this software since 2012 and haven’t missed PS yet

Minor complaint, but the aesthetics could use a bit of a refresh. There is very little to complain about, especially given that this software replaces PS entirely.

GIMP meets all of my image editing needs. Realized benefits include not spending $$$ on image editing software and having full access to all features PS offers.

I love that it costs nothing and that it has so many tools available! The brushes, colors, etc., are numerous, and the software is easy to operate.

The only thing I dislike about GIMP is that there are fewer tutorials on how to use the software than there are with other applications such as CLIP STUDIO or Photoshop.

My hobby is art, so I use it to create pictures. I have realized that it's a great tool to use that is entirely accessible to me and that it has a lot of technical components that place it against other competitors.

Accessible tools, plenty of plugins, and high-quality photo editing for free.

Coming from Adobe, it has a different interface that took some getting used to. But it was easy to get there.

GIMP helps eliminate the cost barrier to Adobe and helps create amazing graphics free of charge. It's a perfect fix.

First & foremost - it is free open-source tool! In a world where we pay a lot of money for image editing tools like Adobe Photoshop, a free tool is always welcome. Even though GIMP is free, it is a feature-rich image editor. The vast feature-capability makes GIMP is a real alternative to popular paid options like Adobe. The best part is you can enhance the feature further by adding other plug-ins. In photo editing & creativity space - your imagination should be the limit & yes GIMP can enable you to accomplish anything be it simple image editing like retouching to complex artwork development (simple icons to graphic design elements). Another key feature is you can work with any image format your original file is in - this versatility is rare.

It is not easy to use. You need to spend a lot of time in getting to know the tool before you can use it to get what you want. I would say the user interface lacks ease of use - if you are new to the tool, it will be hard to even find some functions in the menu. This can cause frustration when you want something quick, but over a period of time it becomes easier & you enjoy using it as you get more & more familiar with the tool.

I use GIMP for a range of things from simple image editing (retouching) to complex artwork development (simple icons to graphic design elements).

GIMP is really useful if you are starting out in photo editing, design, or creation of other projects. It's useful, thanks to many different capabilities that include those found in more advanced, purchasable softwares, while also keeping it user friendly for anyone in a business (such as our small radio company) to utilize.

Its still not a grand, expensive program for art creation, photo editing or logo/brand creation, and that comes with limitations. Its not perfect, but for the whopping price of FREE, how can you beat the customization, accessibility, etc.? You can't beat it.

Creating art for advertisements, editing photos for the radio station and creating brand logos for the company itself. GIMP has solved the problem of us not needing/being able to purchase higher-end, more expensive software, while giving us EVERYTHING we need.

GIMP is a fantastic, FREE alternative to photoshop. It features an extensive range of tools available, as well as customizable brushes, filters, and automatic image-enhancement tools. There's also support for plug-ins that you can download if you wish.

I found the interface cluttered and overwhelming, to begin with, but soon got familiar with it.

It's saved me the cost of having to purchase a license for Photoshop.

GIMP is a fully-featured image editing software. I use GIMP to edit images for websites. The application is free to use and has a large community of users eager to help you get started. GIMP allows you to edit pictures in layers, and you can export the final file in your desired file format.

The user interface is congested, and it isn't easy to find features

Image editing for web design

It contains all of the tools that you are accustomed to seeing in other picture editing applications like Photoshop. It does an excellent job of keeping up with the times and incorporating new tools. The program's animation add-on is also quite cool. You may also discover what you need to make your photographs ideal; I'm still quite pleased with the filter. It's fantastic because it's free and may be used for quick and easy picture editing. Simply open the image, load it, and begin editing vector graphics with the use of various authoring resources. The clean interface and, notably, the ease of usage. Working with development teams is also made easier owing to the conversion into matrices.

Although it has many user instructions and videos on its usability, it still needs guidelines on various filters, effects, and color management. While the full-screen mode is inactive, its GUI lacks a solid backdrop and borders, which may be distracting and distinguishing for a user.

I can edit, fix, combine, and trim various images for our social media platforms, as well as restore old photos. I also don't have to pay a membership fee to utilize it. It is also a good alternative for the newbies having a hard time learning photoshop and the storage needed is quite small than the other editing tool.

GIMP is the best alternative application instead of Photoshop. If we compare it to Photoshop, GIMP is totally free. We use it to edit our stocks photos to share them on our company's social media accounts. Our team is delighted with the performance of GIMP. We are thinking of using it wider inside the organization.

With current conditions, our clients are happy with the results now. Nothing to dislike yet.

We use it to edit our stocks photos to share them on our company's social media accounts.

While there is a little bit of a learning curve if you are coming from adobe products, Gimp is relatively easy to use and extremely robust.

Some things are hard to find in the program.

A free way to edit and create images for marketing, emails and our website.

Gimp is the free software however it is one of the best editing, designing and creative software for all your graphic designing projects

None, it is simply the best. User friendly and easy to navigate.

My graphic designing, almost all my projects are done on this platform.