Overall Winner
Canva
beats GIMP by 2 points
GIMP 50/100
Canva 🏆 52/100
G
GIMP
Free
VS
Canva
From $14.99/mo
The verdict
Canva scores 52/100 against GIMP's 50/100. Compare the full breakdown of scores, features, pricing, and user reviews below.
Score breakdown
Dimension
GIMP
Canva
Price & Value
★★★★☆ wins
★★★☆☆
Features
★★★☆☆
★★★☆☆
Ease of Use
★★☆☆☆
★★★★☆ wins
Reviews
★★☆☆☆
★★★☆☆ wins
Each dimension rated 1–5. Higher is better across all four.
What users say
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
Canva
"Best all-in-one design platform with solid photo editing for beginners"
Pros
Incredibly easy to use for quick photo edits Massive template library with 3.6M+ designs AI-powered editing tools work well for beginners
Pricing & value
| Metric | GIMP | Canva | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free tier | Yes | No | GIMP |
| Starting price | Free | From $14.99/mo | GIMP |
Our pick