What AI says about GIMP
Data as of Oct 22, 2026Based on 31,598 AI responses
Reviewed by Dimitry Apollonsky
AI summary
GIMP is a free, open-source raster image editor used for photo manipulation, artwork creation, and graphic design across desktop platforms. It is regularly recommended for users seeking free or offline photo editing software and beginners looking for accessible design tools without subscription fees.
Mentioned in
1%
of AI answers about GIMP and its rivals · since Jul 5
The market map
Photo and Video Editing ToolsMentioned in
- 1Adobe Photoshop Lightroom ClassicMentioned in 27%Avg. position 3.7
- 1DarktableMentioned in 27%Avg. position 6.0
- 1SnapseedMentioned in 25%Avg. position 4.8
- 1GIMPMentioned in 23%Avg. position 5.5
- 1PhotopeaMentioned in 23%Avg. position 5.9
- 1Aragon AIMentioned in 23%Avg. position 2.4
- 8HeadshotProMentioned in 22%Avg. position 3.6
- 8AffinityMentioned in 21%Avg. position 5.1
- 8BetterpicMentioned in 20%Avg. position 3.4
- 8CanvaMentioned in 20%Avg. position 6.7
- 8Skylum LuminarMentioned in 19%Avg. position 5.8
- 15RawTherapeeMentioned in 16%Avg. position 6.0
- 16VSCOMentioned in 12%Avg. position 4.3
- 16Photo MechanicMentioned in 12%Avg. position 2.3
Where GIMP ranks in AI
MarketRank · Mentioned in
- Photo and Video Editing Tools#1 · 23%
- Creative Media Production Software#5 · 8%
- Beginner-Friendly Graphic Design Tools#6 · 26%
- AI Image & Video Enhancement Tools#8 · 9%
- OCR and Document Scanning Software#20 · 5%
- Tablets, Drawing Tablets, Digital Frames#78 · <1%
- Enterprise GIS and Mapping Software#83 · 1%
- Online Course Platforms and LMS#153 · <1%
- Online Photo & Wall Art Services#181 · <1%
- AI Document Processing and OCR Tools#297 · <1%
Topics where AI mentions GIMP
TopicMentioned in · on this topicRank
- Photo restoration with texture preservationAI Image & Video Enhancement Tools28%Rank #4
- Mentioned in
- I need a photo restoration tool that removes scratches and does not overly smooth skin texture.on this question21%
Excerpts where GIMP appeared in the AI's answer
Google AI ModeSep 17, 2026, Google AI Mode Manual/Hybrid Approach (GIMP or Affinity Photo) : If you want total control without a subscription, using a cloning/healing brush on a separate layer in Affinity Photo lets you manually paint out the scratches while 100% preserving the underlying skin texture.
Google AI ModeSep 13, 2026, Google AI Mode GIMP (Free / Open-Source) If you prefer a free, desktop-based manual approach
- Offline collaborative design tools without subscriptionsCreative Media Production Software8%Rank #5
- PDF document comparisonAI Document Processing and OCR Tools1%Rank #10
- Beginner drawing tabletsTablets, Drawing Tablets, Digital Frames1%Rank #15
- Handwriting recognition OCROCR and Document Scanning Software5%Rank #20
- Online courses for digital skillsOnline Course Platforms and LMS1%Rank #32
- Mentioned in
- What is the best free photo editor?on this question100%
Excerpts where GIMP appeared in the AI's answer
ChatGPT SearchSep 25, 2026, ChatGPT Search For a desktop app, choose GIMP, which is completely free and open-source and has extensive photo-retouching capabilities.
Google AI ModeSep 25, 2026, Google AI Mode GIMP: Best for : Open-source purists who want powerful offline software.
- I'm interested in graphic design. What's the best free software for a beginner to use?on this question93%
Excerpts where GIMP appeared in the AI's answer
Google AI ModeOct 15, 2026, Google AI Mode GIMP (GNU Image Manipulation Program) : The gold standard for free raster-based image editing.
ChatGPT SearchOct 15, 2026, ChatGPT Search GIMP... Best for editing photos, removing backgrounds, manipulating images, working with layers, and creating image-based compositions.
- What is the best photo editing software?on this question71%
Excerpts where GIMP appeared in the AI's answer
Google AI ModeSep 20, 2026, Google AI Mode GIMP: Best For : Open-source, desktop-grade deep photo editing on a budget.
Google AI ModeAug 3, 2026, Google AI Mode GIMP (GNU Image Manipulation Program) : Best open-source desktop software.
- What is the best graphic design software for beginners?on this question43%
Excerpts where GIMP appeared in the AI's answer
Google AI ModeSep 16, 2026, Google AI Mode GIMP : A free raster graphics platform used for photo manipulation and digital painting.
ChatGPT SearchSep 16, 2026, ChatGPT Search “I want free software” → Canva’s free plan, Adobe Express free tier, GIMP, or Inkscape
- best graphic design tools for small businesseson this question47%
How AI describes GIMP
Common descriptions
powerful · open-source · free · steeper learning curve · advanced · steep learning curve
Tone of AI’s statements about GIMP
- Positive54%
- Neutral27%
- Mixed16%
- Negative3%
Rated above a rival
- ease of use93% of the answers comparing GIMP on ease of use rate it worse than a rival, 7% better. Includes “complexity”, “interface complexity”, “learning curve”.
Question: I'm interested in graphic design. What's the best free software for a beginner to use?
Google AI ModeOct 15, 2026
GIMP (GNU Image Manipulation Program) : The gold standard for free raster-based image editing.
ChatGPT SearchOct 15, 2026
GIMP... Best for editing photos, removing backgrounds, manipulating images, working with layers, and creating image-based compositions.
Google AI ModeAsk Google AI Mode yourself (opens in a new tab)ChatGPT SearchAsk ChatGPT yourself (opens in a new tab)
Question: What's the best AI tool for generating game assets for an indie developer?
ChatGPT SearchSep 28, 2026
Cleanup and game integration: Aseprite, Blender, Photoshop/GIMP, or engine tools
ChatGPT SearchAsk ChatGPT yourself (opens in a new tab)Google AI ModeAsk Google AI Mode yourself (opens in a new tab)
Where AI mentions GIMP
Position in answers
- Named first10%
- 2nd or 3rd30%
- Later60%
Each engine’s share of its own answers across GIMP’s markets · since Jul 5
- ChatGPT Search1%
- Google AI Mode1%
Insights for GIMP
Week of Oct 12–18 · Since Jul 5
- Gaining: Moved up 12 places to rank #12 of 100 in AI Image & Video Enhancement Tools
Gap between platforms: Google AI Mode mentions GIMP 7.2 points more often than ChatGPT Search in AI Image & Video Enhancement Tools
Google AI ModeGoogle AI Mode12%ChatGPT SearchChatGPT Search5%
Sources AI cites
gimp.org 9%Other sites 91%
- 11%
- What is the best free photo editing software? · 3% (opens in a new tab)
- Good free graphics software to use as a beginner · 2% (opens in a new tab)
- Whats the best free editing software? · 1% (opens in a new tab)
- Best photo editing softwares or tools I should learn (I’m a newbie) : r/photography · 1% (opens in a new tab)
- What cheap/free photo editing softwares do you recommend for a beginner to use? · 1% (opens in a new tab)
- How to edit photos without a subscription? · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- What is the best photo editing software for someone just starting out? · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Which Software should I take for Mac? : r/AskPhotography · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Good free photo editing tools? : r/AskPhotography - Reddit · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Best FREE photo editor · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Owned9%
- GIMP - GNU Image Manipulation Program · 6% (opens in a new tab)
- GIMP - Downloads · 1% (opens in a new tab)
- GIMP - Frequently Asked Questions · 1% (opens in a new tab)
- GIMP - GNU Image Manipulation Program · 1% (opens in a new tab)
- GIMP - About GIMP · 1% (opens in a new tab)
- GIMP - GNU Image Manipulation Program · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- GIMP - GNU Image Manipulation Program · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- 7%
- The best free photo editors for PC and Mac for 2023 | TechRadar · 3% (opens in a new tab)
- Best photo editor 2026: Top apps for photographers & creators | TechRadar · 1% (opens in a new tab)
- GIMP (2026) review · 1% (opens in a new tab)
- Best graphic design software of 2025: Top picks tested for creative professionals and beginners | TechRadar · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Best photo editor 2026: Top apps for photographers & creators | TechRadar · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- The best free photo editors for PC and Mac for 2023 | TechRadar · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Fotor review - TechRadar · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- 6%
- Best Photo Editing Software Ranked (Honest Tier List) · 1% (opens in a new tab)
- Top 5 Best FREE PHOTO EDITING Software · 1% (opens in a new tab)
- Best Free Photo Editor for Beginners in 2026 (Adobe Express Review & Tutorial) · 1% (opens in a new tab)
- Darktable · 1% (opens in a new tab)
- Best Free Photo Editor for Beginners in 2026 (I Tested Adobe Express) · 1% (opens in a new tab)
- 6 FREE APPS you can use right now to create designs for ... · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Th Best Free Photo Editor · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Remove Backgrounds in GIMP and Retain Hair Detail BETTER · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Top 5 Best FREE PHOTO EDITING Software · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- 5 Software Tools for Urban Planners · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- 6%
- Best free photo editing software: get Photoshop-like results without the cost | Amateur Photographer · 3% (opens in a new tab)
- Here is the best photo editing software to use in 2026 | Amateur Photographer · 3% (opens in a new tab)
- Best Photoshop alternatives – no-subscription photo editing software | Amateur Photographer · 1% (opens in a new tab)
- 4%
- 15 Best Free Photo Editing Software for 2024 - Imagen · 1% (opens in a new tab)
- 10 Best Photo Editing Software for PC in 2026 · 1% (opens in a new tab)
- 15 Best Free Photo Editing Apps for 2026 - Imagen · 1% (opens in a new tab)
- 12 Best Free Photo Editing Software for 2026 - Imagen · 1% (opens in a new tab)
- Best Photo Editing Software for Beginners in 2026 - Imagen · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- 10 Best Professional Photo Editing Software in 2026 · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- 10 Best Free Alternatives to Lightroom in 2026 · <1% (opens in a new tab)
- Free vs Paid Photo Editing Software: Which is Right for You in 2026? - Imagen · <1% (opens in a new tab)
The page AI cites most for GIMP
