Overall Winner
Paint.NET
beats Adobe Photoshop by 2 points
Paint.NET 🏆 51/100
Adobe Photoshop 49/100
P
Paint.NET
Free
VS
A
Adobe Photoshop
From $22.99/mo
The verdict
Paint.NET scores 51/100 against Adobe Photoshop's 49/100. Compare the full breakdown of scores, features, pricing, and user reviews below.
Score breakdown
Dimension
Paint.NET
Adobe Photoshop
Price & Value
★★★★☆ wins
★★☆☆☆
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
Adobe Photoshop
"Industry-standard editor with unmatched features at premium subscription price"
Pros
Unmatched feature depth with professional color correction and AI generative fill Largest plugin ecosystem in the industry Industry standard for professional print and digital workflows
Pricing & value
| Metric | Paint.NET | Adobe Photoshop | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free tier | Yes | No | Paint.NET |
| Starting price | Free | From $22.99/mo | Paint.NET |
Our pick