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pixieditor · v2.1.1.5
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Open Source Universal 2D Graphics Editor
brew install --cask pixieditor 19
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Trust Score 5/10
✓ Open source (LGPL-3.0) +3
✗ Active development +0
✓ Licensed +1
✗ No auto-updates +0
✓ Not deprecated +1
✗ New (<1yr) +0
✗ Low installs +0
Version History
v2.1.1.51mo ago2.1.1.4→2.1.1.5
1mo ago2.1.0.23→2.1.1.4
2mo ago2.1.0.22→2.1.0.23
2mo ago2.0.1.19→2.1.0.22
Review
Mar 11, 2026PixiEditor is a versatile open-source 2D graphics editor built with modern technologies like Vulkan and Skia. It offers a comprehensive set of tools for design and development, appealing to both casual users and professionals seeking a customizable solution.
PixiEditor provides a universal platform for creating and editing 2D graphics with support for various file formats and advanced features.
Maturity: The project is mature with active development, a large GitHub community, and consistent updates.
Community: The app has generated significant interest on Hacker News and Reddit, with praise for its feature completeness and open-source approach.
Pros
- + Open-source with a large, active community
- + Modern technology stack including Vulkan and Skia
- + Regular updates and active development
Cons
- - No automatic updates
- - Some UI issues on Windows (resolved)
Community Mentions
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