Head-to-head · Photo Viewer Software
Geeqie vs ImageGlass
Geeqie leads on 1 check, ImageGlass on 0, and 5 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 6 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreGeeqie · 8.8/10
- Free planboth
- Free trialonly ImageGlass
- Most featuresGeeqie · 5 of 5
Geeqie scores higher on our rubric for photo viewer software: 8.8 against 7.6 out of 10; our editors rank them #4 and #11.
Geeqie offers side-by-side compare; ImageGlass doesn't.
Geeqie is the better fit for free cross-platform photo organization. ImageGlass is the better fit for free multi-platform format coverage.
- Geeqie fits best
Free cross-platform photo organization
- ImageGlass fits best
Free multi-platform format coverage
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Side by side
| Feature | Geeqie 8.8/10 Visit ↗ | ImageGlass 7.6/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.8 | 7.6 |
| Ranking | #4 in Photo Viewer Software | #11 in Photo Viewer Software |
| Best for | Free cross-platform photo organization | Free multi-platform format coverage |
| Pricing model | Free | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | Free plan | $99/seat/yr |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | — | 14 days |
| Deployment | Desktop | Desktop |
| Platforms | Linux, macOS, Windows | Windows, macOS, Linux |
| Support | Community, Docs | Email, Community, Docs, Tickets |
| Integrations | 1 integrations | 1 integrations |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features Geeqie 5/5 · ImageGlass 3/5 | ||
| RAW image support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Side-by-side compare | ✓ (best) | — |
| Contact sheets | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| Color management | ✓ | ✓ |
| Metadata viewer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Specs | ||
| Supported platforms | Linux, macOS, Windows | Windows, macOS, Linux |
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| Our verdict | Geeqie is a free, open-source desktop photo viewer and organizer for Linux, macOS, and Windows. It is aimed at people who want to browse folders directly, inspect RAW and other image formats, compare images, and organize files without… Read the review → |
ImageGlass is a desktop image viewer for people who need broad file-format coverage across Windows, macOS, and Linux. It opens more than 90 formats, including SVG, HEIC, WEBP, animated images, HDR formats, and camera RAW files. The feature… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Geeqie — where it wins
- Supports RAW files, broad image formats, and color-managed viewing.
- Compares images in split view with up to four panes.
- Combines metadata editing, collections, search, and duplicate finding.
Where it doesn't
- Its workflow centers on desktop folders rather than imported libraries.
- The listed integration is GIMP, so its ecosystem focus is narrow.
- File management is extensive, but advanced editing uses external editors.
ImageGlass — where it wins
- Opens more than 90 formats, including RAW, SVG, HEIC, and WEBP
- Free Classic plan is open source under GPLv3
- Color management, metadata viewing, plugins, and basic editing tools
Where it doesn't
- Side-by-side A/B comparison is still in development
- Basic HDR support may not meet advanced imaging workflows
- Pro purchases are final and non-refundable
- Geeqie8.8/10 · Free plan
A capable free viewer for RAW files, comparisons, metadata, collections, and bulk file work.
Visit GeeqieFull verdict → - ImageGlass7.6/10 · Free plan · 14-day trial
A capable free viewer for broad format coverage across Windows, macOS, and Linux.
Visit ImageGlassFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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