Procreate alternatives: 6 apps ranked by verified data
Common reasons people leave Procreate: iPad only, and raster only, no true vector tools. We ranked 6 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Procreate, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Krita currently ranks first.
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Best Procreate alternative for most people
KritaFree, open-source painting app for desktop and Android.
Best Procreate alternative for a free option
KritaFree, open-source painting app for desktop and Android.
Best Procreate alternative for a free plan you can upgrade
Linearity CurveVector illustration on iPad and Mac.
Best Procreate alternative for open source
KritaFree, open-source painting app for desktop and Android.
Best Procreate alternative for Mac
Clip Studio PaintStrong comic and illustration tools on iPad and desktop.
Best Procreate alternative for Windows
Adobe IllustratorProfessional vector drawing, including on iPad.
Best Procreate alternative for iPhone and Android
Clip Studio PaintStrong comic and illustration tools on iPad and desktop.
Best Procreate alternative for working in the browser
PhotopeaFree browser-based editor for photo touch-ups.
Procreate alternatives: common questions
What is the best alternative to Procreate?
Krita ranks first right now. Free, open-source painting app for desktop and Android. Clip Studio Paint and Linearity Curve follow it in our ranking.
Is there a free alternative to Procreate?
Yes. Krita (open source), Linearity Curve (free plan + paid), Photopea (free plan + paid) and Affinity (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.
Is there an open-source alternative to Procreate?
Yes: Krita.
Which Procreate alternatives work on Linux?
Krita runs on Linux.
Why do people switch from Procreate?
The complaints we hear most: iPad only; raster only, no true vector tools; not suited to layout, UI or photo retouching.
How is this list ranked?
Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Procreate, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.