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Also covers video editing · same kind of app · open source · free
Pencil2D is open source software for making 2D hand-drawn animations, with raster and vector workflows.
Alternatives
The Best JPixel Alternatives in 2026
6 alternatives1 free · 3 open source
Looking for something like JPixel? Here are 6 alternatives, ranked by how closely they match it on purpose, features and platforms. Of these, 1 are free or have a free plan and 3 are open source.
JPixel is an editor for making pixel art animations and tilesets.
Top picks at a glance
First suggestionPencil2DPencil2D is open source software for making 2D hand-drawn…Another optionfizzyCreate pixel art and sprite animations with Fizzy, an…
Quick comparison
| # | Alternative | Pricing | Open source | Platforms |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pencil2D | Free | Yes | Windows, macOS, Linux |
| 2 | fizzy | — | Yes | Linux, macOS, Web |
| 3 | GraphicsGale | — | Not stated | Web |
| 4 | SpriteSheep | — | Not stated | Web |
| 5 | Poxil | — | Yes | — |
| 6 | Web App | — | Not stated | Web |
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Also covers video editing · open source
Create pixel art and sprite animations with Fizzy, an open-source editor for desktop platforms.
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GraphicsGale
graphicsgale.com/usAlso covers video editing
Create animated graphics and pixel art with GraphicsGale, an animation editor from Humanbalance.
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SpriteSheep
spritesheep.comAlso covers video editing
SpriteSheep provides a browser editor for pixel art and sprite animation, including layers, frames, palettes, and tile tools.
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Also covers video editing · open source
Create pixel graphics and sprite animations in Poxil, a desktop-focused web editor.
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Web App
fizzyed.it/appAlso covers video editing
Create pixel art and sprite animations in Fizzy's browser-based editor.
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What is the best alternative to JPixel?
Based on features, tags and platforms, the closest alternatives to JPixel are Pencil2D, fizzy, and GraphicsGale.
Is there a free alternative to JPixel?
Yes. Pencil2D is free or offer a free plan.
Are there open-source alternatives to JPixel?
Yes: Pencil2D, fizzy, and Poxil.
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