Free alternatives to Clip Studio Paint
1 free program that can replace Clip Studio Paint, a pairing checked by Radar's AI reviewer or by Radar.
Clip Studio Paint, from Celsys, is a drawing program built for illustration, comics, manga and animation. Illustrators, comic artists and animators use it for its pens and brushes, inking tools, panel layouts, rulers and tablet support.
Before you move, check these points:
- Your files: the .clip format is its own. Export copies as PSD or PNG and test that layers, blend modes and text open correctly in Krita.
- Brushes, materials and 3D models you downloaded or made, which may not transfer.
- Comic and manga features you use, such as page templates, panel cutting, tone effects and multi-page export for print or web.
- Your tablet pen settings and keyboard shortcuts.
- If you send files to editors or publishers, which formats they accept.
The list below shows Krita. Give yourself some time to adjust brushes and shortcuts.
| Program | Ease | You need | Risk signals | Stars | Downloads this week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KritaDraw and paint digital art, comics and illustrations with brushes, layers and drawing-tablet support. | Ease Adownload and open · Windows | Nothing extra | Few signals | 10,671+37 in 6 days | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which free alternative to Clip Studio Paint is the easiest to install?
Krita is the only option, with ease rating A (download and open · Windows).
Is there a free alternative to Clip Studio Paint for Windows, Mac and Linux?
Windows: Krita. macOS: Krita. Linux: Krita.
Are the alternatives to Clip Studio Paint really free?
Krita is completely free.
How can I tell whether an alternative is trustworthy?
Each card shows the risk signals found, with the evidence. Krita has no signal rated attention or high. See also the guide How to find a GitHub project's official repository and avoid fake copies.