Product roast · 14% slop

Is MS Paint Worth It? Pixel god since 1985

The original Windows doodle tool that somehow outlasted every redesign attempt and still feels pure.

August 20, 2026 About MS Paint

Microsoft Paint photo — Photo: Wikipedia / Wikimedia Commons

MS Paint: the last software that doesn't want your data or your money.

The Take

MS Paint is worth it for anyone who wants pixel tools without the modern tax. It stays simple, free, and instantly available on every Windows machine.

No updates nag you, no cloud login blocks you, and the meme output remains unmatched.

The Verdict

MS Paint delivers exactly what it promises: fast pixel edits without friction or fees. The design has aged better than most apps because it never tried to be more than a canvas.

Pair it with Krita when you need vectors. Otherwise buy it by keeping Windows Paint open.

Common Questions

What are the downsides of MS Paint?

No layers or transparency and locked to Windows only.

What should you buy instead of MS Paint?

Krita for the same pixel soul plus vector tools for free.

How long does MS Paint last?

Since 1985 and still ships with Windows unchanged at its core.

Buy instead

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Buy instead Krita

Pair it with Krita — same pixel soul, vector power without the tax.

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