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Last updated March 13th, 2026

# Page 3 - Reviews of Krita

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LC

Léon-Pierre C.  
student  
Education Management  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "a program which works well and well to start some photo editing or to always use a Graphic tablet"

February 1, 2021

4.0

For me, I have enough confidence in the future of this program. And a point that could be added is to edit or annotate pdf documents that have several and to open them on a scroll of pages and not on several layers because when you save the document becomes one and only one page which is searing after Krita is not directly made for that, but it would have been an added advantage.

Pros

What I like about this program is its value for money. For starters, it is free but above all it is powerful to the point where I can advise it to anyone if they want to have a versatile program in what is drawing, animation photo editing and now vector drawing. but that is only the beginning because the program is always updated (bug correction or addition of new features ...) and topical. In addition, explanatory tutorials are even offered and free to either start from nothing or to go from a program like this one and they are extraordinarily successful.

Cons

Apart from a few bugs here and there, which is rare, the program is relatively correct. What it doesn't have is allow easy use of pins from other apps on it.

Reason for choosing Krita

he is free and easy.

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AS

Abhijit S.  
Independent Industrial Design, Design Engineering & CGI Contractor  
Design  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Krita, the 2d tool I've kept coming back to"

November 10, 2022

5.0

I've only had an overwhelmingly postive experience with Krita and the community around it.It's one of the main softwares in my pipeline as a creative.

Pros

The best part about Krita is it's brush engine, the vast array of brushes and the feeling while drawing.I've used many 2d apps for Concepting as an Industrial Designer, but I've always felt confident with Krita.It's open source, and it's accessible, and it's feature rich and stable. Krita is one of those softwares that get's installed first after a fresh OS setup.Absolutely must have.

Cons

There is nothing I've experienced with Krita that I've disliked.Problems or bugs get resolved fast, and the community is very supportive.

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Team leader sales  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Great for little design tasks "

May 20, 2022

3.0

Pros

let's start with the fact that it's free and pretty good as an image editor. it's super easy to make gifs or edit creatives, which makes it really useful for small design projects / tweaks.

Cons

it's not as robust as other design tools and still missing a lot of functionality (plus the UI can be better) one particular thing that i didn't like is that the software was a bit heavy and as a result of using too much ram it started lagging.

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Head Teacher  
Education Management  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Dependable Open-Source"

August 19, 2021

5.0

I love using Krita. I hope to go far as a digital artist using Krita.

Pros

This software is easy to use and beginner friendly. The documentation is extensive and gave me confidnece as a new digital artist.

Cons

There aren't many tutorials out there directly for Krita, and those that are aren't as in-depth as for alternatives, however many of the same principles apply to Krita when drawing.

Switched from

[GIMP (GNU Image Manipulation Program)](https://www.capterra.com/p/168960/GIMP/)

More suited for 2D animation.

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JO

Jonathan O.  
Creator  
Entertainment  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Save yout wallet and get all the editing Power"

November 27, 2023

5.0

On this week I found that Krita has some extencions that can help me with my work

Pros

You will have a lot of tools for edit and animate your creations or works

Cons

Some times you feel is out of date because the interface looks pretty simple

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Stanley M.  
System Administrator  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Best Free Digital Art Software "

October 27, 2022

5.0

Amazing learning curve and easy to master.

Pros

Cross platform and opensource makes its a go to app for students and new user without upfront license fee.

Cons

Community support still has a very small footprint as compared other software.

Switched from

[Adobe Photoshop](https://www.capterra.com/p/229092/Adobe-Photoshop/)[Painter](https://www.capterra.com/p/246650/Painter/)

High cost for license and subscriptions.

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DM

Denis M.  
None  
Graphic Design  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Krita is for you "

December 12, 2022

5.0

Amazing

Pros

The options that make me able to draw amzaing artwork

Cons

Some Tools I found were a bit confusing

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MT

Mamadou T.  
Digital manager  
Marketing and Advertising  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Krita is the ideal tool for the creation and expression of our artistic talents."

December 8, 2022

4.0

I had a great time working on Krita including editing images, drawing text and managing my designs without difficulty, I highly recommend it.

Pros

Krita is a very attractive software, easy to use. With lots of brush options and use. This software has allowed me to perfect my skills.

Cons

For several months I used Krita, and I never encountered a major problem. It's a great tool.

Switched from

[Adobe Photoshop](https://www.capterra.com/p/229092/Adobe-Photoshop/)

Krita is cheaper or free than adope photophop

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HC

Haydn C.  
Owner  
Computer Games  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Best program for any artist"

December 26, 2023

5.0

It is an amazing program, the drawing pad connects east, wide selection of brushes, extra features too many to name, if you like to draw I highly suggest getting this and a drawing pad

Pros

This program works perfectly with a drawing pad and is so simple to get up and going, the brushes selection is great and the final results look amazing

Cons

Not a lot to dislike about this program, it functions perfectly on a very low end laptop which is a massive bonus

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BD

Binigya D.  
Game Developer  
Computer Games  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Krita - Your gateway to Digital Art"

November 4, 2020

4.0

Krita, when it worked with my tablet, has been a delight. I loved concept art creation and making some mockups for games. Also, its fantastic community is such a lovely place to be. Using Krita was definitely a pleasant experience for me, with some hiccups, that are bound to be fixed.

Pros

Krita is a great way to get started with Digital Art, like I did. I made some concept art using it and I loved every minute of using it. Here are the main things I like about Krita: - The default brush pack that comes pre-installed is a delight, so many varieties and options ! - I love the clean and professional UI - The brush stabilisation feature is the best I have ever used - Great community for tutorials, tips and general discussion - It is free!

Cons

While I sincerely appreciate all that Krita has done for the Digital art community, I have a major niggle that led me to abandon it. The compability issues of Krita with non - Wacom graphic tablets is an alarming issue for me. I have an XP-PEN tablet and I have lots of issues when using it with Krita. Frequent lags, non-detection of the pen, pressure sensitivity issues all plauged me, and eventually I had to move somewhere else. But, I will definitely return if the compability issues are worked on, or I get myself a wacom tablet eventually ! And also, photo editing is not Krita's strong suite so if approached as one, Krita will not meet the standards so perfectly. So this could be a deal-breaker for some.

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CM

Camille M.  
Influencer  
Arts and Crafts  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "FREE and complete software"

May 30, 2022

5.0

Krita is a very good drawing software totally free even if there are some bugs, they are largely compensated by the quality of what Krita offers.

Pros

The biggest advantage of Krita is that it is free compared to similar paid software, it is full of different brushes and textures, you can even create your own brush. The interface is also customizable and is constantly updated. Krita is easy to use, perfect for someone new to digital drawing and if you get lost, there are lots of different tutorials on the internet!

Cons

The only problem with this software is a few bugs here and there but Krita generally works well.

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Creative Marketing Manager  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Powerful, plus free and open source"

September 18, 2020

5.0

Krita was one of the first design tools I used and it allowed me to experiment a lot of different tools and workflows.

Pros

Krita is an excellent tool to get started with vector design. It's free to use but doesn't lack features. It's excellent to use when designing logos and drawings. Definitely a worthy alternative to paid tools out there.

Cons

I have struggled with keyboard shortcuts and sometimes finding the tools I need for a steady workflow. I also experienced some random crashes when editing several files at once. But these are minor details considering just how much this tool provides for free.

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Wahaj A.  
Architect  
Architecture & Planning  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Krita: Starter for an Artist"

November 19, 2022

5.0

I have used Krita to create animations for my Planning presentation, and using it has helped me a lot in saving time.

Pros

The most likable feature of Krita is its brush varieties and its customisation.

Cons

I do not have much to say except it has very few user groups.

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PB

Prisca B.  
Artist  
Arts and Crafts  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Using Krita for work"

December 30, 2022

5.0

I've been able to create graphics from sketches and based on pictures with Krita. It's help save so much money as well.

Pros

I appreciated most its competitive pricing (which is to say, it's free.) I also liked that it's relatively easy to figure out the graphics part.

Cons

I really would like to have better text integration. I also have to use Fire Alpaca to create designs with text in them. I would like it if Krita had more font options and more customizable font options for spacing and angling as well.

Alternatives considered

[Adobe Photoshop](https://www.capterra.com/p/229092/Adobe-Photoshop/)

Reason for choosing Krita

I chose Krita because it was free.

Review Source

MG

Mateusz G.  
Architect  
Architecture & Planning  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Rating Krita from employee eye"

November 14, 2023

3.0

Pros

We use it as free software for graphic purposes. For basic editions this is enough for work.

Cons

Krita is very stiff and hard for use for a long time. Definitely prefer some software from Adobe package.

Review Source

TV

Thomas V.  
Owner  
Graphic Design  
Used the software for: I used a free trial

### "Software is NOT PORTABLE"

December 20, 2023

1.0

Cons

Couldn't install software, not portable, requires Sys Admin level account to install.

Review Source

AS

Amy S.  
Artist/ Designer  
Arts and Crafts  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Let's get digital!!!"

September 8, 2021

5.0

Ok really- I'm an old school artist who loves the messy chaos of canvas and paints, but for those who want to try the modern approach to painting, as well as foregoing a whole living area of artistic clutter, start with Krita.

Pros

You can create your own brushes!!! This software is also responsive to the pressure you apply with the pen. Lots of different features to implement in your art as well.

Cons

Applying texts can get a bit wonky. Just a heads up. Otherwise great product!

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Graphic Designer  
Graphic Design  
Used the software for: I used a free trial

### "Good for creators of digital art"

September 17, 2020

5.0

Good for small improvements, erase some scribbles and create PNG images.

Pros

It's simple and practical. Faster, cheaper than others. Good structure, icons and intuitive so you can download it and have fun.

Cons

If someone have told me about this software before I would have installed it earlier on my computer.

Review Source

ET

Eduardo T.  
Consultant  
Management Consulting  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "1 app for photo editing and creating art"

June 15, 2021

5.0

I am very happy with Krita. For an app you can use for free, this is a fantastic tool to have. I cannot stress enough, you should donate to this project if you find it useful.

Pros

I love that it is open-source and feature-rich. I am in no way an expert in graphics. I found it easy to learn my way around the functions of this app. It's really for creating art, but I have used it to do photo-editing. My needs are minimal, and this app is perfect for my needs.

Cons

I don't have much to complain about and my needs are basic. It does feel like the app was designed for hobbyists and creatives, not for pros. If you try this and find it useful, donate to the project so new features can be developed.

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AR

Alexandre R.  
Designer  
Arts and Crafts  
Used the software for: I used a free trial

### "Test with Krita for the creation of logos and pictures in a craft store"

February 16, 2021

5.0

I am a designer in a store that works with laser machines, paintings and crafts in general so I always use and research a lot of software and Kripta was one I chose because of the effects that brushes can make on prints that we sell to the store. Professions, children and decoration boards get a different touch provided by the resources that the software has to offer, all for free.

Pros

Krita has a variety of impressive features and brushes, among the various tools that I can cite that help a lot and are different from the program are, the effects that each brush can generate, the possibility of creating your own brushes, the easy way to working with layers and an interesting feature that I discovered is the way the line can be drawn according to the intensity you press with the drawing pen

Cons

Krita does not have many negative points, it is a cheap software with many features. It is not always very intuitive when it comes to tools, but that doesn’t make it a bad software, moreover, it can sometimes hang a little bit according to the design you made, and working with texts on it is not so satisfactory

Review Source

LG

Lucas G.  
Quality enginer  
Automotive  
Used the software for: I used a free trial

### "Just drawing"

June 7, 2023

5.0

Pros

Easy to use, when i turn on program i can drawing like i use this few months

Cons

All option are easy to find, its good alternative for photoshop

Review Source

VR

Verified Reviewer  
Smart Home Expert  
Retail  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Great Free Photoshop Alternative "

October 6, 2020

5.0

I use Krita at least weekly for my digital art and have recommended it to several friends.

Pros

Krita has a lot of the same features as Adobe Photoshop, but is completely free. I use it regularly with my graphic tablet.

Cons

Bit of a learning curve, especially if you have never used a similar product. Lags sometimes on my PC.

Review Source

WS

Will S.  
Owner  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Vector editing "

August 20, 2021

5.0

Great free software with loads of features

Pros

After I left Adobe’s product suite this was a great choice to continue my vector graphic design.

Cons

Was a bit complicated when switching from Adobe but overall not to bad

Switched from

[Adobe Creative Cloud](https://www.capterra.com/p/48969/Adobe-Creative-Cloud/)

Cost and pricing model were to much

Review Source

VR

Verified Reviewer  
Director of Student Publications  
Entertainment  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Why pay for photoshop!?"

August 15, 2021

4.0

Krita allowed my team to make new creative content for our Inspired Edition and our designers made some beautiful illustrations for a print magazine from using this program.

Pros

Similar shortcuts like photoshop were a plus, easy to use and easy to teach, import and export work is simple and fast for mass illustration production.

Cons

Unlike clip studio pro or photoshop there are fewer customisable features and you do have some more limitations but the feasibility of the program makes up for it.

Review Source

FCS

Flavia Cagnin S.  
Professora  
E-Learning  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "A powerfull image edit tool"

April 10, 2023

5.0

Pros

One of the best image editors on the market today. Many editing tools in one place

Cons

I have no complaint. I really like the software

Review Source

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