Acorn
The image editor for humans.
About Acorn
Acorn covers layers, filters, vectors and RAW in a lean, affordable package that opens fast and stays out of your way.
Install Acorn
Download it from the links above, or install it from the Terminal:
brew install --cask acorn mas install 6737921844 Questions about Acorn
How much does Acorn cost?
Acorn costs $29.99 as a one-time purchase on the Mac App Store.
Where can I download Acorn for Mac?
Download Acorn from the Mac App Store and the developer's website (flyingmeat.com). MacWorthy links only to official sources.
Can I install Acorn from the Terminal?
Yes. With Homebrew, run brew install --cask acorn. With Mac App Store CLI, run mas install 6737921844.
Which macOS version does Acorn need?
The Mac App Store version of Acorn requires macOS 14 or later.
What are good alternatives to Acorn?
Other design & photo apps for Mac worth a look are Pixelmator Pro (one-time purchase), ImageFlow (open source), Affinity (free) and Sketch (subscription).
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