Overall Winner
Paint.NET
beats PhotoScape X by 2 points
Paint.NET 🏆 51/100
PhotoScape X 49/100
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Paint.NET
Free
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PhotoScape X
Free
The verdict
Paint.NET scores 51/100 against PhotoScape X's 49/100. Compare the full breakdown of scores, features, pricing, and user reviews below.
Score breakdown
Dimension
Paint.NET
PhotoScape X
Price & Value
★★★★☆
★★★★☆
Features
★★★☆☆ wins
★★☆☆☆
Ease of Use
★★★☆☆
★★★☆☆
Reviews
★★★☆☆
★★★☆☆
Each dimension rated 1–5. Higher is better across all four.
What users say
Paint.NET
"Free fast Windows photo editor with layers and plugin extensibility"
Pros
Free lightweight editor with fast performance on Windows Layer support with extensive effects and plugins Simple interface accessible for beginners
PhotoScape X
"Free versatile photo viewer and batch editor with generous features"
Pros
Free with generous features that usually require payment elsewhere Versatile — combines viewer, editor, batch processor, and collage maker Easy to use for quick edits and batch processing
Pricing & value
| Metric | Paint.NET | PhotoScape X | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free tier | Yes | Yes | Tie |
| Starting price | Free | Free | Paint.NET |
Our pick