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Krita vs miniPaint
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| Fact | Krita | miniPaint |
|---|---|---|
| Language | C++ | JavaScript |
| Licence | GPL-3.0 | Other |
| Stars | 11k | 3.5k |
| Latest | v6.0.4.1 | v4.14.3 |
| Last push | 2026-11-12 | 2026-11-09 |
| Release cadence | too few releases | about 167 days between releases |
| Active contributors | 27 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days | 1 commit author on the default branch in the last 90 days |
| Flags | none | none |
How they relate
Both replace Photoshop. Alternatives to Photoshop →
PartialKritaBuilt for digital painting rather than photo retouching.
PartialminiPaintLayers, selections, filters and basic retouching in the browser, with no upload of your images, not Photoshop's full feature set.
Krita
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Krita
unsigned The latest release, v6.0.4.1, carries no signature GitHub could verify.
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miniPaint
unsigned The latest release, v4.14.3, carries no signature GitHub could verify.
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