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GIMP vs Magic Eraser
Open-source desktop editor; no built-in AI eraser, manual cloning needed
GIMPFree cross-platform image editor
Magic EraserRemove unwanted objects from images in seconds with AIWhich to pick
Pick GIMP if you want…
- Free, extensible image editing
- Free desktop image manipulation
- A free, open-source tool
Pick Magic Eraser if you want…
- AI-powered object removal
Side by side
- What it is
- GIMP:GIMP is a free, open-source cross-platform image editor for photo retouching, artwork, and graphic design.
- Magic Eraser:Magic Eraser uses AI inpainting to remove objects, people, watermarks, and text from images instantly.
- Best for
- GIMP:Free, extensible image editing
- Magic Eraser:AI-powered object removal
- Who it’s for
- GIMP:Graphic designers, photographers, illustrators, scientists and developers needing image manipulation.
- Magic Eraser:Designers, photographers, e-commerce sellers, and anyone needing quick image cleanup.
- Pricing
- GIMP:Free
- Magic Eraser:Freemium
- Plans
- GIMP:—
- Magic Eraser:Starter $30 per month · Standard $59 per month · Premium $140 per month
- Open source
- GIMP:Yes, 6,484 GitHub stars
- Magic Eraser:—
- Works with
- GIMP:Python, Scheme, C, C++, Scribus, Inkscape
- Magic Eraser:—
GIMP features
- Cross-platform. Runs on GNU/Linux, macOS, Windows and other operating systems.
- Extensible plugins. Supports third-party plugins and scripts written in Python, Scheme, C, C++ and more.
- High-quality photo manipulation. Tools for retouching, restoring and compositing images.
- Graphic design elements. Create icons, UI mockups and other design assets.
- Color management. Ensures accurate color reproduction for digital and printed media.
- Customizable UI. Many configuration options let users tailor the interface to their workflow.
Magic Eraser features
- Brush-based selection. Paint over unwanted areas with adjustable brush sizes for precise masking.
- AI inpainting fill. The model intelligently reconstructs background matching light, shadow, and texture.
- Multi-object removal. Erase several items in one pass or sequentially for complex scenes.
- Format support. Accepts JPG, JPEG, PNG, WEBP with no resolution limits.
- Download options. Export edited images in JPG, PNG, WEBP or other formats instantly.
GIMP vs Magic Eraser FAQ
Is GIMP or Magic Eraser free?+
GIMP is free. Magic Eraser has a free plan; paid plans start at $30/month (Starter).
Which is cheaper, GIMP or Magic Eraser?+
GIMP is free, so it costs less. Magic Eraser starts at $30/month (Starter).
Is GIMP or Magic Eraser open source?+
GIMP is open source (GNOME/gimp on GitHub). DevHunt has no public source repository on record for Magic Eraser.
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