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GIMP 2.4 review

7.8

Editors' Rating

Very Good

7.5

Members' Rating

Very Good

Typical price:Free

Verdict

With each release, GIMP becomes a viable tool for a wider range of users, and version 2.4 is no exception. If you’ve discounted this free open source image editor before, it’s time to look again... Read Full Review.

Pros

  • Free
  • Some powerful new features
  • Supports colour management

Cons

  • Still no CMYK support
  • Not as polished as some commercial offerings

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Member Opinion

7.5

Average Member Rating

Very Good

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7.5

Very Good


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