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Aseprite vs Piskel
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| Fact | Aseprite | Piskel |
|---|---|---|
| Language | C++ | JavaScript |
| Licence | None detected | Apache-2.0 |
| Stars | 40k | 13k |
| Latest | v1.3.18.6 | v0.15.0 |
| Last push | 2026-10-05 | 2026-10-05 |
| Release cadence | about 13 days between releases | about 111 days between releases |
| Active contributors | 12 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days | 1 commit author on the default branch in the last 90 days |
| Flags | No licence detected | none |
How they relate
Piskel replaces Aseprite. Alternatives to Aseprite →
PartialBrowser-based sprite editor with frames and onion skinning, with a smaller tool set.
Aseprite
Aseprite
unsigned The latest release, v1.3.18.6, carries no signature GitHub could verify.
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Piskel
unsigned The latest release, v0.15.0, carries no signature GitHub could verify.
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