Reviewed by the Softwares.com Editorial Team · Last updated June 2026 · How we rate
Key facts
- Vendor
- KDE
- Pricing
- Open source — Free
- Free tier
- Yes
- Platforms
- Windows, Mac, Linux
- Best for
- Artists, Illustrators
- Editor rating
- 4.6 / 5
- Founded
- 2005
- Headquarters
- Open source
What is Krita?
Krita is a graphic design tool from KDE. Krita is a free, open-source digital painting program for artists.
Krita uses open source pricing and offers a free tier you can start on without a credit card. Free.
It's best suited to artists, illustrators and runs on Windows, Mac, Linux.
Standout strengths include free & open source, great for painting, animation tools. Worth weighing: less for photo editing.
Krita pricing
Pros
- Free & open source
- Great for painting
- Animation tools
Cons
- Less for photo editing
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Frequently asked questions
What is Krita?
Krita is a free, open-source digital painting program for artists.
How much does Krita cost?
Krita is open-source-priced. It has a free tier.
Does Krita have a free trial?
Krita offers a free tier rather than a time-limited trial.
What platforms does Krita support?
Krita is available on Windows, Mac, Linux.