Acorn is an image editor for MacOS 10.11 and later, including MacOS 10.15 Catalina.. Read the full release notes . Also available on the App Store One of a kind,, no hassle.

Questions?

Are there differences between the Direct and App Store versions of Acorn?

Yes, there are some small differences. Make sure to check out our larger FAQ for all the gory details.

Does Acorn open up layered Photoshop files?

Yes! Acorn will open up layered 32bit PSD to the best of its ability. The only app that’s going to be 100% compatible with .psd files is the latest version of Adobe’s Photoshop of course.

Does Acorn use a subscription?

Nope! We have a simple philosophy- you buy a thing, you get a thing.

I’m not running 10.11+, can I still use Acorn?

Here’s the lowdown: Acorn 6 requires 10.11+. Acorn 5 requires 10.10+. Acorn 4 requires 10.8+. Both Acorn 2 and 3 require 10.6+. Acorn 1.5.5 runs on 10.4+. If you wish to purchase Acorn 1, 3, 4, or 5 go ahead and buy Acorn 6. Acorn 5.6.5 will accept Acorn 6 registration numbers. But if you need an Acorn 4, 3, 1 registration, email support@flyingmeat.com and let us know your registration name and number and we will make you a new one that works with an older version of Acorn.

How do I grab and older version of Acorn?

You can grab previous releases on our FAQ.

Want to know more?

Make sure to check out our extensive documentation and FAQ, and we’re of course always ready to answer questions at support@flyingmeat.com