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Aseprite vs GameTools

Aseprite

aseprite.org

GameTools

eggametools.com

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FigureAsepriteGameTools
Price from$19.99/mo$9.99/mo
Free plan—Yes
Free trialYes—
Open source——
Web—Yes
WindowsYes—
macOSYes—
LinuxYes—
Plans published22
Spec score · Pixel Art Software8.5 (#7)8.2 (#13)
Local filesThe documentation says project files are saved on the local computer and Aseprite has no cloud or remote-server functionality.Editing happens client-side, and creative files are read from and written to the user's local disk rather than uploaded to GameTools servers.
PurposeAseprite is desktop software for drawing animated graphics and pixel art.GameTools is a free, browser-based 2D game art toolkit for pixel artists and indie game developers.
SupportCustomer support is available by email in English and Spanish, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm UTC−3.GameTools aims to respond within 1–2 business days, prioritizes bug reports and account issues, and provides priority support to Premium subscribers.

Plans

Aseprite

  • Aseprite$19.99 a month
  • Aseprite$19.99, paid once

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GameTools

  • FreeFree
  • Premium$9.99 a month

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GameTools

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