Figma
Collaborative interface design in the browser.
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Canva
Drag-and-drop design for everyone.
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The original Mac design toolkit.
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#1
4.7
Figma
Collaborative interface design in the browser.
Pros
- ✓Best-in-class collaboration
- ✓Runs anywhere
- ✓Strong free plan
Cons
- ✗Needs internet
- ✗Large files lag
#2
4.7
Canva
Drag-and-drop design for everyone.
Pros
- ✓Super easy
- ✓Huge template library
- ✓Great free plan
Cons
- ✗Not for pixel-precise UI
- ✗Templates look samey
#3
4.4
Sketch
The original Mac design toolkit.
Pros
- ✓Fast and native
- ✓Great plugins
- ✓One-time license option
Cons
- ✗Mac only
- ✗Collaboration limited