GIMP vs. Adobe Lightroom

What is GIMP?

GIMP is a free photo editing software for image editing and creation of graphic design elements. This open-source editor is cross-platform and compatible with other software and plugins. Image editing is supported by features such as retouch, color management functions, and various filters. Furthermore, the tool can be used to create icons and mockups. Duplicating, cutting out, or editing selected elements are also among the tools of GIMP.

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Adobe Lightroom

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What is Adobe Lightroom?

Adobe's cloud-based software is used for organizing, editing, and sharing images. Through its image editing features, it allows users to lighten, edit colors, or remove elements. Existing presets aid in optimizing the images. Other features include sharpening tools, various effects, or editing select areas. The finished images can be directly shared on social networks from the editing tool. Additionally, the app allows you to optimize your own photos on mobile devices. Adobe Lightroom can be subscribed for €11.89 per month or as a package with the Adobe Creative Cloud. A free trial version is available on the tool's website.

Adobe Creative Cloud

Adobe Express

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Reviewers' assessments

GIMP

Reviewers' assessments

7.2

Ease of use

Photo Editing

Average: 8.7

8.6

Meets requirements

Photo Editing

Average: 9.3

6.5

Customer Support

Photo Editing

Average: 8.5

8.9

Ease of setup

Photo Editing

Average: 9.1

Adobe Lightroom

Reviewers' assessments

8.4

Ease of use

Photo Editing

Average: 8.7

9.4

Meets requirements

Photo Editing

Average: 9.3

8.8

Customer Support

Photo Editing

Average: 8.5

8.8

Ease of setup

Photo Editing

Average: 9.1

Pricing

GIMP

Pricing

Free

GIMP ist ein plattformübergreifender Bildeditor, der für GNU/Linux, macOS, Windows und weitere Betriebssysteme verfügbar ist.

Adobe Lightroom

Pricing

Lightroom (1 TB)

€11.89 / Month

Fotos bearbeiten, teilen, speichern und organisieren: Mit Presets und Filtern gestaltest du eindrucksvolle Fotos – auf Desktop oder mobil.

Foto-Abo

€11.89 / Month

Setze mit Photoshop, Lightroom und Lightroom Classic jede Bildidee um – auf Desktop, Tablet oder Smartphone.

Creative Cloud

€61.95 / Month

Werde kreativ mit über 20 Desktop-Programmen und Mobile Apps, darunter Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro und Acrobat Pro.

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