Inkscape vs GIMP: Complete Comparison for New Users

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Deciding when to use Inkscape vs GIMP is a common dilemma a lot of new designers find themselves in, but they’re both very different tools. In this post I’ll be comparing both applications and going over what their intended uses are.
Want to learn more about how Inkscape works? Check out the Inkscape Master Class - a comprehensive series of over 50 videos where I go over every tool, feature and function in Inkscape and explain what it is, how it works, and why it's useful: logosbynick.com/inkscape/
Want to learn more about how GIMP works? Check out The GIMP Series - a comprehensive collection of over 60 videos where I go over all of the major tools, features and functions in GIMP and explain what they are and demonstrate how they work. Learn more here: logosbynick.com/gimp/
Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
01:25 Raster vs vector graphics
02:45 About GIMP
03:31 Common uses for GIMP
05:06 Disadvantages of using GIMP
06:07 About Inkscape
06:52 Common uses for Inkscape
08:42 Disadvantages of using Inkscape
09:32 Which should you use?
Credits:
Credit to Davies Media Design, be sure to check out his video on Inkscape vs GIMP as well: • GIMP vs Inkscape | Beg...
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Intro song: "In Da Mood" by Combustibles, used with written permission

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@Ali_Aquiles 4 жыл бұрын

So both of them complete each other

@dlux1867 Ай бұрын

The best free adobe cloud

@xDiaz103 4 жыл бұрын

Hey Nick! Been watching your videos for over a year yesterday finally decided to enroll in the premium complete bundle for half the price!. Really excited to learn from the master himself 🙏🏼

@fightingstrawberry4964 4 жыл бұрын

Your channel has been a huge help to me, thanks!

@rumsdums5274 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely love the intro song and the way you start Nick! Very informative video by the way.

@apatkany49 4 жыл бұрын

Your channel is a huge help for me. I have very... limited equipment for photomanipulation. It's only a hobby I usually use GIMP for making semi-shitty book covers. But I wanted to improve so I started to watch tutorials and the ones I found on this channel had helped me the most. Thanks for it. Soooooo now I realized I kinda need GIMP and Inkscape as well. For the titles and some cover-styles Inkskape seems as a better option. I have some videos to binge through... And Nick keep up the good work! Your content can save life and some RAM on weak notebooks. Thanks for the help again and cheers from Hungary!

@SteveInQLD007 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Nick, just letting you know you're my go-to Gimp tutor! Everything is well explained and easy to follow and I've been able to go from a Gimp Noob to somewhat reasonable all because of your lessons - thanks man and keep up the good work!

@danieltellez835 2 жыл бұрын

Great Video Man! I appreciate the time that you invest to make the differences between programs this clear so we can choose.

@evionlast 3 жыл бұрын

This is my favorite design channel for practical examples, Nick is a great tutor and I have found that in every video upload there's an useful piece of information whether a tip on a keyboard shortcut or an entirely new workflow. The videos are very informative and high quality, shootout for the dedication 🎉

@Robm19551 3 жыл бұрын

I've watched most of your Gimp videos, and found them very useful, as is this. I've never looked into Inkscape. I wasn't even aware, it was free. Thanks for that.

@damofx 3 жыл бұрын

Just discovered your channel Nick and your content is amazing. Will definitely be doing some of your courses this year

@sonyaharris4651 4 жыл бұрын

Such a timely video for me, thank you!!!

@hadafoxer9563 3 жыл бұрын

This is so helpful thanks for sharing 😇💜...

@CamperJohn 4 жыл бұрын

Great video...exactly what I was looking for. Very well explained and easy to understand. Thanks for taking the time to post.

@Knoight 4 жыл бұрын

You are such an inspiration to me for my antique laptop! And you've made my life easy. Please create a tutorial on making grids on inkscape for icon design

@GaDawg84 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for all of your videos. I just started learning graphic design and your videos are awesome

@muhammadshakeelansari6719 3 жыл бұрын

Your explanations were so smooth. Thank you soooo much!!!

@decalpals8496 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Nick. As always, excellent job of explaining these two awesome software applications.

@williamdoeksen1870 Жыл бұрын

This help is amazing. I am grateful to you Nick.

@kellingc 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for putting this information out there. Another thing I find lacking in my abilities to see the shapes. For example, the part where the pumpkin stem was being composed - I would have never thought to use the circles to create the negative space on the rectangle. I would be sitting there trying to use a curve tool to crop out the shape I was looking for. I've come to the conclusion I am very technically orientated, and provide and use tools to accomplish something. However, my artistic side is under developed and trying to figure out how to create an image that I'm thinking of is not a process I'm used to.

@ElimRawne 4 жыл бұрын

Very nice explanation. Here's a bitmap and vector *Thanks* for you!

@hjmack7388 3 жыл бұрын

This is fantastically useful! Wow - off to buy your master course bundle!!

@wealthwithathena Жыл бұрын

I just finished Nick's Inkscape course (awesome and highly recommended), and my last question to him was about the differences between the two programs. This video answered all my questions. Thanks Nick, see you soon in your GIMP course :)

@MyCrystalPlaid 4 ай бұрын

I've taken rudimentary classes for both GIMP and Inkscape, but this is the first time someone has clearly explained the difference between raster and vector graphics in a way that was useful, and that I could fully understand and may actually be able to remember! Thank you!

@LogicBob 3 жыл бұрын

This is such a great channel. Thanks for making this content Nick. 🥰

@mattbabcock9417 4 жыл бұрын

I wondered what Inkscape was for, and if I needed to learn it too. Graphics and graphics design is a real struggle for me and your videos really help.

@kendallemory8455 4 жыл бұрын

Inkscape really comes in handy when creating the vector files you'd want to use with 3d design programs, 3d printing, and laser cutting. I use both programs in my workflow.

@GaurAV90855 4 жыл бұрын

Your inkscape tutorials are best❤️

@MicroRotors 4 жыл бұрын

A great comparison of the two programs. Thank You!

@rookieillustration 2 жыл бұрын

The software I learned basic and know the tools are Photoshop and Illustration but as the high cost to use them I cut Illustration and keep Photoshop. I am learning to use Inkscape. I learned many new things from your video, thank you

@SlayerQc93 4 жыл бұрын

There's not a single videos on this channel that is not worth watching! Nick ; you are a true hero !

@jackyrachman233 4 жыл бұрын

I learned a lot from this channel, thank you Nick

@OfficialOffsideBall 4 жыл бұрын

Brother why you are so underrated only 238k subs you should have gained millions now😟😟😟😟😔😔 Love your tutorials.brw

@Filiaris1 3 жыл бұрын

You literally compared successfully apples with pears! This video is great, thank you

@ondiseen1682 4 жыл бұрын

Good as always. Keep up the good work.

@Polaris5664 2 жыл бұрын

Was going to use GIMP to replicate vector graphics, you saved me TONS of fustrations! I cannot thank you enough!

@ronniekoomba922 4 жыл бұрын

Another great video. Thank you. Now it's time to be overwhelmed again learning Inkscape lol.

@jlc-xr4hu Жыл бұрын

thanks man . you helped me so much thank you again

@venkataraghavansolium5423 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent details and explanation. To top it great illustration to match the explonations.

@metermorphose 3 жыл бұрын

Brilliant information, Nick, helped a lot! For me the pictures could run a bit slower. I'm sure I' ll come back now and then.👍Thank you so much ✔️

@cheemus1275 4 жыл бұрын

Hey nick. I’m currently using your esports tutorial for Inkscape, changing a few things to suit my logo, but I would love a tutorial for a devil or demon vector to use instead of the shield

@SalsaBro 4 жыл бұрын

I liked this video before I even watched it! Nick is the man 🙌 thank you

@mikedall1925 Жыл бұрын

THANK YOU!!! TNice tutorials is such an amazing

@spacewargamer4181 3 жыл бұрын

This video is so good...finally someone explains it in a way that even a layman can understand

@MarcMcRae 3 жыл бұрын

VERY cool video share, useful and to the point. Thank you.

@RKV1700 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for posting this vid love your work

@PhungVanHuong_Trekking 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this really educational video. I'm on Linux now using both tools for daily work.

@remiezediuno1167 8 ай бұрын

Thanks alot. Really appreciate the advice👍

@shater1164 4 жыл бұрын

Would you guys love to see the collaboration between Nick and David? A : YES!

@MindNot 4 жыл бұрын

Very good Video. Now I'm gonna install both of them

@cruxcrew-international6664 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Nick , never realise how powerful is GIMP

@andresfrr100 4 жыл бұрын

thanks for the demo!

@AavegSheth Жыл бұрын

Thank you for clearing confusion from my mind.

@BernardoPrates 4 жыл бұрын

Great video! Thank you!!!

@Rothew1 3 жыл бұрын

Nick have you ever had to deal with converting color images into B/W or grey scale for laser engraving? If so what software would you recommend one uses?

@duvenhage00 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. Thanks.

@googlereviewguy7574 Жыл бұрын

I am so happy that you uploaded this. I have been trying to find something to use for 2D design 'VECTOR' for my current game project.

@GusWMusic 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this!

@MrRenoman2011 8 ай бұрын

Thanks Nick great videos

@sbee413 3 жыл бұрын

Hi! I love your videos and really appreciate you taking the time to help us technologically challenged folks. I design for POD like redbubble and Amazon merch. I have been using canva but its really basic and I want to increase the complexity of my designs. Which would be better for use for t shirt and other product designs? Thank you

@BlizGt 3 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU!!! THANK YOU!!! Greetings from The Netherlands!!

@freeelectron8261 3 жыл бұрын

Checked out LBN years ago - nice to see Nick's still going strong!

@caseywinters3021 3 жыл бұрын

I use both. I love these programs

@joannacort6492 Жыл бұрын

you made this so easy

@constantlycasting1118 Жыл бұрын

Thx love the videos 💯💯👊🏽👊🏽

@podjy6289 3 жыл бұрын

you are bloody amazing and screw the 14 people who disliked

@elementpeace6878 2 жыл бұрын

A much needed video

@coolsg10 2 жыл бұрын

Thank youu so much sir. Learnt a lot from you.😘 Can you please start the series of Blender? And explain the same way you did in all your tuts. Thank you 😊😊

@chawie8637 2 жыл бұрын

Nice this helped me

@edcones2948 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. I've been struggling to learn GIMP and this video has told me that I'm trying to learn the wrong tool for my purposes.

@davidmedia689 2 жыл бұрын

s and a couple EDM and Dubstep goals for myself, and I guess I better start learning sowhere. Thanks for the great vid!

@srgaskins11 3 жыл бұрын

Very informative!

@forgottenperson1605 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this. I've been using GIMP for a long time now, even in making logos. I would try to learn Inkscape.

@LogosByNick 4 жыл бұрын

GIMP technically can be used to make logos (I've even done so for tutorials on this channel) so long as you design it at a really large size, but even then, there's better tools.

@mkm1015 3 жыл бұрын

Could you make a video for beginners getting into logo design? - what to learn (theory, typography etc.) - what books/courses do you rexommend - your tips & tricks for better progress I would love to see your thoghts about this

@AavegSheth Жыл бұрын

Thank you Nick

@sharonsalazar8137 10 ай бұрын

congrats exelent video!

@jonjohnson3740 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Nick! Videos have helped tremendously to learn all this from scratch. I have been working on planet and galaxy scenes like you see on the ambient space music videos with Inkscape but can't get them the way I want. Is this something I should use GIMP for? Thanks! Got my answer. Sometimes I hate the youtube algorhythims. I have researched this before and it didn't show me what I needed. But, a question, how can I best import my building structures from inkscape into gimp? Thanks!

@andrs_a 4 жыл бұрын

Nice vídeo, thanks

@chunkyking7200 3 жыл бұрын

I can't seem to figure out how to adjust my tool box size in Gimp. They are really tiny. Can you explain how to make them larger? If you have a video for this please send me a link.

@agerray 3 жыл бұрын

Do you think there will always be 2 separate applications or will they eventually merge such that you can do both vector and raster editing,

@francootaola9172 4 жыл бұрын

hi nick, i couldnt find where to post it in your page (even when already logged) could it be possible to make a tutorial for doing pixel art? like recreating a portrade or something similar in this style? not even sure it would be more easily donne with ink or gimp as i have only used ink for the moment/ thanks! a lot :)

@bruhmoment1835 3 жыл бұрын

Don't use a vector app for pixel art

@defy_norms 3 ай бұрын

thanks man, appreciated

@SkulleySlayer 2 жыл бұрын

I myself am a designer, I finished school in 208 and honestly haven't been doing to well trying to find a job in the field, but I wanna get back into drawing and having these is going to help me out a lot. eventually i wanna save up to have money to get a new computer and do design jobs.

@desirdesigns 2 жыл бұрын

You're a godsend for self made graphic designers, it's already great we have this opensource software. And you provide the community with the extensive tutorials. Much thanks!

@louis840 4 жыл бұрын

Great video. Keep it up. PS : dynamic voice and great sound. Did you edit your video on Davinci ?

@LogosByNick 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I use Premiere Pro, and I edit the audio with Audacity.

@Sembazuru 3 жыл бұрын

Another use case for Inkscape (that is probably out of scope for your channel, but may be intellectually interesting) is for creating SVG path files for many low cost laser cutters/engravers and Cricut type vinyl/paper cutters. (Though, this might be of interest for people who design logos who want a different way of "printing" their designs for their end customers.)

@loredo97 2 жыл бұрын

Cool video! I have a question though, for someone like me who is searching for a free program to create some geometric layout (I'm thinking of illustration on some aluminum enclosures) or drilling template which one do you suggest? I tried Gimp following along your tutorials and it kinda works but it's a little bit sloppy sometimes to move around objects and modifying things on the same level. Is it worth to learn Inkscape?

@bidyutchakraborty2433 Жыл бұрын

You can try 'DesignSpark Mechanical', a free software for mechanical object design. However it doesn't give colorful drawing, but you can use measurements and precise mechanical drawing. Well it can also be used for small architectural drawings too. Hope this helps you

@jg7525 4 жыл бұрын

Great Video

@Sefa_On_Deck 3 жыл бұрын

I've only use Gimp for my tee-shirt designs because it easier to use but I guess I'll start learning inkscape

@ProjectAtlasmodling 3 жыл бұрын

Do you have any compression videos for blender? Be interesting to see your opinion, especially for grease pencil

@tinroofrelics 4 жыл бұрын

Do you have a tutorial on the bear thing you did in Inkscape?

@carlosvilla2002 2 ай бұрын

Hello! I love your tutorials. I've been wanting to dedicate myself 100% to the creation of infographics for a long time. I've already set my goals for this year and I want to achieve it. I would like to consult you, would it be recommended that to create professional quality static infographics you use the 2 software? Or will just one of them suffice? Thank you very much for all the input you give!

@argykecha3689 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@y01cu_yt 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@fossfix Жыл бұрын

WOW you talk really fast, looking forward to learning. Thank you.

@mr2meows 2 жыл бұрын

the background footage of inkscape is amazing you make cool thing with simple shape

@everettflores738 3 жыл бұрын

First, loved your video. It was quite informative to me. My question is what would be your recommendation for someone just starting out in making comic strips. Most of the ones which I foresee making would be simple three panel ones with an occasional add single panel or two panel.

@LogosByNick 3 жыл бұрын

It depends on the style. If you'll be drawing them by hand then GIMP for sure. If you'd like more of a computer-generated cartoon sort of look (South Park would be a good example) then Inkscape.

@erichobbs4042 3 жыл бұрын

If I have a situation where I need both raster graphics and text, I usually edit the rasters in Gimp, and import them into inkscape to add the text. The text tools in Inkscape seem like they are a lot easier to use and more powerful than the ones in Gimp.

@LogosByNick 3 жыл бұрын

Agreed. I do the same.

@TheEulerID Жыл бұрын

Those are two very different tools, but my main reaction is that, quite apart from the fundamental difference between vector and bit map editors, that Inkscape is much the easier to use. I use Inkscape a lot, and I will use GIMP only if I have to because I need more complex bit image editing than simpler programs can manage.

@digidownlo 4 ай бұрын

Thank you for this video, I once had a plugin for GIMP it has preset artistic text styles, great for t shirts but unfortunately it vanished, so plugins are good.

@yeerboi 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Nick. Great video! I'm trying to expand my skill set to do basic logo design for my construction business. So things like screen savers and vehicle signage. After watching this i see that i should get into Inkscape over GIMP. Would this be correct that Inkscape will be easier to make things like corporate screen savers and logo templates ect?

@LogosByNick 3 жыл бұрын

Logo templates, absolutely. Screen savers - it depends on the design. If there's lots of photography involved then I would use GIMP. If it's mostly illustrations, Inkscape would be preferred.