Aseprite
6.4#30 in pixel art software$19.99 one-timeLinuxmacOSWindows
VisitAseprite vs Pixelc
What both publish
| Fact | Aseprite | Pixelc |
|---|---|---|
| Animation | It supports layers, frames and cels, animation tags, playback modes, and onion skinning. | Frames support animated previews, per-frame timing, three blend modes and GIF export. |
| Export formats | PNG,GIF,JSON,Aseprite (.ase/.aseprite) | The documented save functions produce PNG images, animated GIF files and TAR project archives. |
| License | The FAQ says compiled versions cannot be redistributed, while creations made with Aseprite may be used in personal or commercial products. | The application and its assets are licensed under GPLv3, while the supporting framework is MIT licensed. |
| Purpose | Aseprite is desktop software for drawing animated graphics and pixel art. | Pixelc is an open source tile and sprite editor written in C using SDL2 and OpenGL. |
Aseprite plans
- Aseprite$19.99, paid once
Pixelc plans
- FreeFree
- PixelcFree
- Pixelc PremiumPriced on request
Pick Aseprite if…
Aseprite suits pixel artists and developers who need frame-based animation, sprite-sheet export, or command-line image conversion. It is also relevant to users who prefer project files stored locally.
Pick Pixelc if…
Pixelc suits people making pixel art, tiles, or sprites on touch devices, desktops, or the web. It may appeal to users who want local, offline-capable artwork storage and an open-source editor.