LibreSprite
GPL-2.0 fork of the last GPL-licensed Aseprite, for sprite work
- #3 of 8 in best pixel art and sprite editors
- Free and open source
- Free to use
- Open source
- LinuxmacOSWindowsAndroid
Ranked 3 of 8 in best pixel art and sprite editors
GPL-2.0 fork of the last GPL Aseprite, with Linux, macOS, Windows and Android builds. It is free, but its feature set differs from Aseprite and needs checking.
Best for Open source sprite editing on Linux or Android
About LibreSprite
LibreSprite began as a fork of the last GPL version of Aseprite and is now developed independently. The project publishes builds for Linux, macOS, Windows and Android. Its most recent tagged release is v1.3, dated October 2, 2026, and its repository had commits on October 10, 2026.
Because it is a community fork, its feature set differs from Aseprite and should be checked against the release notes for the tools you rely on. The GPL-2.0 license means modified versions that you distribute must also be released under the GPL, which suits teams that want an open sprite editor they can change.
Key features
- GPL-2.0 license
- Linux, macOS, Windows and Android
- Frame animation
- Forked from Aseprite's GPL code
- v1.3 release
Strengths
- GPL-2.0 licensed and free to use
- Runs on Linux, macOS, Windows and Android
- Developed independently with a v1.3 release in 2026
Limits
- Feature set differs from Aseprite and needs checking
Where LibreSprite ranks
How LibreSprite compares
| Product | Score | Price | Platforms | Main focus | Runs in a browser | Frame-by-frame animation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
#1 Aseprite | 92.5 | Paid | WindowsmacOSLinux | Sprites and frame animation | No | Yes |
#2 Pixelorama | 90.0 | Free and open source | WindowsLinuxmacOSWeb | Pixel art and sprite animation | Yes | Yes |
| #3LibreSprite | 85.0 | Free and open source | LinuxmacOSWindowsAndroid | Sprites and animation | No | Yes |
#4 Pyxel Edit | 84.0 | Free plan, paid upgrades | WindowsmacOS | Tilesets, levels and animation | No | Yes |
#5 Piskel | 82.5 | Free and open source | Web | Sprites, animations and pixel art | Yes | Yes |
The full comparison table for best pixel art and sprite editors has all 8 products.
Alternatives to LibreSprite
All 7 alternatives- AsepritePaid animated sprite editor and pixel art tool for desktop
- PixeloramaAlso runs on Web.
- Pyxel EditPixel art editor focused on tilesets, levels and animation
- PiskelAlso runs on Web.
- TiledFree open source tile map editor for 2D levels
PixakiPixel art and animation app for iPad with Apple Pencil support
Questions about LibreSprite
- Is LibreSprite free?
- LibreSprite can be used without paying: Free under GPL-2.0; binaries and source published by the project. Check the vendor’s pricing page for current limits.
- Is LibreSprite open source?
- Yes. LibreSprite publishes its source code under the GPL-2.0 license.
- Which platforms does LibreSprite support?
- LibreSprite is available on: Linux, macOS, Windows, Android.
- What is LibreSprite best for?
- Open source sprite editing on Linux or Android. In our ranking of pixel art and sprite editors it is number 3 of 8 with a score of 85.0.
- What are the best alternatives to LibreSprite?
- The highest-ranked alternatives on listme.name are Aseprite, Pixelorama, Pyxel Edit, Piskel.
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