Overall Winner
CloudConvert
beats GIMP by 17 points
GIMP 51/100
CloudConvert 🏆 68/100
G
GIMP
Free
VS
CloudConvert
From $10/mo
The verdict
CloudConvert scores 68/100 against GIMP's 51/100. Compare the full breakdown of scores, features, pricing, and user reviews below.
Score breakdown
Dimension
GIMP
CloudConvert
Price & Value
★★★★☆ wins
★★★☆☆
Features
★★★☆☆
★★★★☆ wins
Ease of Use
★★★☆☆
★★★★☆ wins
Reviews
★★★☆☆
★★★★★ wins
Each dimension rated 1–5. Higher is better across all four.
What users say
GIMP
"Best free image editor that doubles as a format converter for users who also need editing"
Pros
Free Photoshop replacement with no subscription Exports to 40+ image formats Full layer-based editing with masks and filters
CloudConvert
"Developer-friendly cloud converter with API access and excellent output quality"
Pros
Developer-friendly with full API access for automation Plenty of conversion settings for fine-grained control 89.9% five-star reviews with loyal long-term users
Pricing & value
| Metric | GIMP | CloudConvert | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free tier | Yes | Yes | Tie |
| Starting price | Free | From $10/mo | GIMP |
Our pick