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Tiled vs GIMP

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

Tiled

8.0
Developer Tools

Flexible level editor

GIMP

8.0
Media & Design

Free and open-source image editor

Metric Tiled GIMP
Category Developer Tools Media & Design
AI Score 8.0 8.0
30-day Installs 131 4.1K
90-day Installs 406 10.9K
365-day Installs 1.0K 43.5K
Version 1.12.1 3.2.4
Auto-updates No No
Deprecated No No
GitHub Stars 12.4K 6.0K
GitHub Forks 1.9K 852
Open Issues 783 -
License NOASSERTION NOASSERTION
Language C++ C
Last GitHub Commit 2mo ago 1mo ago
First Seen Jan 27, 2014 Aug 9, 2023

Reviews

Tiled

Tiled is a versatile level editor designed for creating 2D game levels. It supports multiple layer types, custom tilesets, and integrates with popular game engines, making it ideal for game developers.

Tiled allows users to design and edit game levels using a flexible, tile-based interface.

Pros

  • + Highly flexible and customizable for different game development needs
  • + Supports integration with multiple game engines and frameworks
  • + Open-source, allowing for community contributions and customization

Cons

  • - No auto-update feature for the application
  • - High number of open issues may indicate ongoing development challenges

GIMP

GIMP is a powerful, free, and open-source image editor offering a wide range of features for photo manipulation and digital art creation. It is ideal for photographers, designers, and anyone needing professional-grade editing tools without the cost.

GIMP allows users to create, edit, and manipulate images with advanced tools and features.

Pros

  • + Extensive feature set for image editing and manipulation
  • + Free and open-source with active community contributions
  • + Available across multiple platforms

Cons

  • - Lack of auto-updates may require manual checking for new versions
  • - Steep learning curve for new users