Overall Winner
Luminar Neo
beats GIMP by 1 points
Luminar Neo 🏆 51/100
GIMP 50/100
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Luminar Neo
From $49/mo
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GIMP
Free
The verdict
Luminar Neo scores 51/100 against GIMP's 50/100. Compare the full breakdown of scores, features, pricing, and user reviews below.
Score breakdown
Dimension
Luminar Neo
GIMP
Price & Value
★★☆☆☆
★★★★☆ wins
Features
★★★☆☆
★★★☆☆
Ease of Use
★★☆☆☆
★★☆☆☆
Reviews
★★★☆☆ wins
★★☆☆☆
Each dimension rated 1–5. Higher is better across all four.
What users say
Luminar Neo
"AI-powered editor with innovative tools but performance and pricing concerns"
Pros
Innovative AI tools for sky replacement and scene relighting One-click removal of dust spots, power lines, and distractions Review platform users rate it highly for ease of use
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
Pricing & value
| Metric | Luminar Neo | GIMP | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free tier | No | Yes | GIMP |
| Starting price | From $49/mo | Free | GIMP |
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