STUDIO·ITY vs Ditherit
Both are free, browser-based dithering tools. They overlap on the basics but differ in scope. Here's an honest comparison.
The short version
Ditherit is a focused, well-loved dither-only tool. It supports several algorithms and processes images locally in your browser.
STUDIO·ITY is a small studio of eight creative image tools, dither, halftone, CMYK halftone, risograph, ink bleed, pixel sort, ASCII art and mezzotint, sharing the same private, local-processing approach. The dither tool is one of eight.
Feature comparison
| Feature | STUDIO·ITY | Ditherit |
|---|---|---|
| Dithering algorithms | Floyd-Steinberg, Atkinson, Bayer | Floyd-Steinberg, Atkinson, Bayer ordered |
| Custom color palettes | ✓ | ✓ |
| Local processing (no upload) | ✓ | ✓ |
| No signup | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free PNG export | 600px (with watermark) | Full resolution |
| SVG vector export | ✓ (Pro) | ✗ |
| Animated GIF dithering | ✗ | ✓ |
| Halftone tool | ✓ | ✗ |
| Risograph simulation | ✓ | ✗ |
| Ink bleed effect | ✓ | ✗ |
| Pricing | Free; Pro €9 one-time | Free |
Pick Ditherit if…
- You only need dithering, nothing else.
- You want full-resolution PNG export for free.
- You want to dither animated GIFs.
Pick STUDIO·ITY if…
- You want dithering plus halftone, riso and ink bleed in one consistent UI.
- You need SVG vector export: for screen printing, laser cutting, or infinite scaling.
- You like having a one-time €9 unlock instead of recurring fees.
Honest take
If you're a dither purist or want animated GIF dithering, Ditherit is purpose-built and excellent. If you mix techniques, dither + halftone for editorial, riso + ink bleed for zines · STUDIO·ITY keeps everything in one place with the same controls and export logic.