Overall Winner
Capture One
beats GIMP by 9 points
GIMP 50/100
Capture One 🏆 59/100
G
GIMP
Free
VS
C
Capture One
From $18/mo
The verdict
Capture One scores 59/100 against GIMP's 50/100. Compare the full breakdown of scores, features, pricing, and user reviews below.
Score breakdown
Dimension
GIMP
Capture One
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
"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
Capture One
"Professional RAW editor with superior color science for studio workflows"
Pros
Industry-leading color science and rendering Best-in-class tethered shooting for studio workflows Advanced layer-based local adjustments
Pricing & value
| Metric | GIMP | Capture One | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free tier | Yes | No | GIMP |
| Starting price | Free | From $18/mo | GIMP |
Our pick