Overall Winner
Adobe Express
beats GIMP by 7 points
GIMP 48/100
Adobe Express 🏆 55/100
G
GIMP
Free
VS
Adobe Express
Free
The verdict
Adobe Express scores 55/100 against GIMP's 48/100. Compare the full breakdown of scores, features, pricing, and user reviews below.
Score breakdown
Dimension
GIMP
Adobe Express
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
Adobe Express
"Best for users who need design-context conversion inside the Adobe ecosystem"
Pros
Free tier available for basic format conversion Modern Adobe-grade interface, beginner-friendly Cross-platform on web, iOS, and Android
Pricing & value
| Metric | GIMP | Adobe Express | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free tier | Yes | Yes | Tie |
| Starting price | Free | Free | GIMP |
Our pick