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Free MIT-licensed online image editor that runs in the browser
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Pixelitor
Free open-source image editor with more than 110 filters
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About Pixelitor
Pixelitor is a free and open-source desktop image editor built around layers, layer masks, text layers and batch processing. It ships with more than 110 image filters and colour adjustments, supports pressure-sensitive graphics tablets, and runs anywhere Java is available on Windows, macOS and Linux.
Pixelitor website preview
Live preview of pixelitor.sourceforge.io via the WordPress mShots service — it can take a few seconds to generate on a first visit.
Pixelitor: strengths & things to check
Strengths
- Completely free to use — this directory lists no paid plan for it.
- Covers image editor, photo editor, layers, open source — see the focus areas listed in its key facts.
- Has 6 close alternatives in the same category on this page, so switching or comparing is easy.
Things to check
- Free tools can change their model or shut down — avoid locking critical work into it without an export path.
- Current plan prices are not listed here (they change too often to print reliably) — confirm the exact price on the official site.
- It is one of 626 tools in the Design & Creative category here — compare it against the alternatives below before you commit.
Derived from this listing's own data (pricing model, focus areas and category) — not a hands-on review score.
Pixelitor pricing
| Pricing model | Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it. |
|---|---|
| Free access | Yes — fully free |
| Current plan prices | Listed on the official site — prices change, so this directory links out instead of printing a number that may already be stale. |
| Official site | pixelitor.sourceforge.io |
Pixelitor key facts
- Category: Design & Creative
- Pricing: Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it.
- Focus areas: image editor, photo editor, layers, open source
- Official site: pixelitor.sourceforge.io
Pixelitor FAQ
How much does Pixelitor cost?
Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it. Current plans and prices are listed on the official site (pixelitor.sourceforge.io).
What is Pixelitor used for?
Free open-source image editor with more than 110 filters Its focus areas in the Design & Creative category: image editor, photo editor, layers, open source.
Where can I try Pixelitor?
On its official site, pixelitor.sourceforge.io — the Visit Official Site button above goes straight there.
Pixelitor vs alternatives
| Pixelitor | miniPaint | Acorn | FotoGrafix | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it. | Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it. | Paid — this directory does not list a free tier for it. | Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it. |
| Focus areas | image editor, photo editor, layers, open source | image editor, online editor, layers, open source | image editor, macos, photo editor, one time purchase | image editor, portable, lightweight, open source |
| Official site | pixelitor.sourceforge.io | viliusle.github.io | flyingmeat.com | lmadhavan.com |
| Directory status | Listed | Listed | Listed | Listed |
Side-by-side from each listing's own directory data. Full alternative cards are below.
About the Design & Creative category
Design tools for interfaces, graphics, websites, and creative work. The Design & Creative category on Tools Hub currently lists 626 tools. Alongside Pixelitor, it includes FotoGrafix, PhotoFiltre, AliveColors, miniPaint.
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