Inkscape AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Vector Graphic Apps

The best Vector Graphic alternative to Inkscape is Linearity Curve, which is free. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Inkscape and loads of them are Vector Graphic Apps so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Vector Graphic App alternatives to Inkscape are Adobe Illustrator, Affinity Designer, Affinity and Graphite.

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  1. Linearity Curve icon
     354 likes

    Linearity Curve is the vector-based design platform that empowers marketing teams to create captivating content together.

    40 Linearity Curve alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
     
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    175
    Comments about Linearity Curve as an Alternative to Inkscape
    Guest
    Negative
    2

    Because you only get 10 free “curves” - it’s misleading

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Volconon
    Negative
    2

    Requires Subscription to Export in SVG, or go beyond 1024x1024 in the formats you are allowed!!!

    Guest
    Positive
    -3

    ease of use, low learning curve, active development and support

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Linearity Curve icon
    Linearity Curve icon
    • Almost everyone thinks Linearity Curve is a great Inkscape alternative.

    • Linearity Curve is Freemium and ProprietaryInkscape is Free and Open Source
  2. This vector graphics editor offers sophisticated tools for drawing, typography, and color management. Equipped with powerful features like multiple art boards, Blob Brush for vector painting, and transparency in gradients, it supports designs for print, web, interactive, motion, and mobile platforms.

    95 Adobe Illustrator alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • iPad
     
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    69
    Comments about Adobe Illustrator as an Alternative to Inkscape
    GarretJones136
    Positive
    -7

    No words to say how good it is.

    Guest
    Positive
    -6

    Clean user interface makes up for good workflow.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    -8

    Its a very reliable service-- i would consider it better than inkscape

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Adobe Illustrator icon
    Adobe Illustrator icon
    • Most users think Adobe Illustrator is a great Inkscape alternative.

    • Adobe Illustrator is Paid and ProprietaryInkscape is Free and Open Source
  3. A precise vector graphic design software built for creative professionals, offering vibrant colors, high-speed performance, live gradients, customizable shapes, and unique non-destructive features for superior design flexibility.

    64 Affinity Designer alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    Alerts

    • Discontinued

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    • Mac
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    • iPad
     
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    43
    Comments about Affinity Designer as an Alternative to Inkscape
    Top Positive Comment
    westmann
    0

    Both Affinity Designer and Inkscape are amazing vector graphics tools! I use them both all the time and love it!

    Top Negative Comment
    aryluneix
    0

    few functions and flexible settings unlike inkscape, more suitable for simple projects and layout...

    Ruyeex
    0

    It's compatible with Inkscape

    3 of 5 comments
    Affinity Designer icon
    Affinity Designer icon
    • Most users think Affinity Designer is a great Inkscape alternative.

    • Affinity Designer is Paid and ProprietaryInkscape is Free and Open Source
  4. Affinity icon
     55 likes

    Unified design solution merging advanced photo, vector, and layout tools for seamless workflow, non-destructive editing, RAW support, batch processing, AI enhancements, GPU acceleration, file compatibility, cloud asset integration, and tailored workspace options.

    68 Affinity alternatives

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    • Freemium
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    • Mac
    • Windows
     
  5. Graphite icon
     92 likes

    Graphite is a free, open source vector graphics editor and animation engine, available now in alpha. Get creative with a fully nondestructive editing workflow that combines layer-based compositing with node-based generative design.

    61 Graphite alternatives

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    • Online
     
  6. Draw lets you produce anything from a quick sketch to a complex plan, and gives you the means to communicate with graphics and diagrams. With a maximum page size of 300cm by 300cm, Draw is a an excellent package for producing technical drawings, general posters, and much else.

    98 LibreOffice - Draw alternatives

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    • BSD
    • PortableApps.com
    • Flathub
     
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    Comments about LibreOffice - Draw as an Alternative to Inkscape
    Guest
    Negative
    15

    LibreOffice Draw is a very simple drawing suite. It may be sufficient for many, but not sufficient to be declared an alternative to InkScape.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Negative
    7

    LibreOffice draw is good for schemes, but not for what Inkscape does - Inkscape is a graphic design tool, not a scheme creator.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    8

    Open Source vector graphics editor can create SVG files.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    LibreOffice - Draw icon
    LibreOffice - Draw icon
    • Some users think LibreOffice - Draw is a great Inkscape alternative, some don't.

    • LibreOffice - Draw is Free and Open SourceInkscape is also Free and Open Source
  7. GodSVG icon
     33 likes

    GodSVG is an editor for Scalable Vector Graphics (SVG) files. Unlike other editors, it represents the SVG code directly, doesn't add any metadata, and even lets you edit the SVG code in real time. GodSVG is inspired by the need for an SVG editor without abstractions that...

    14 GodSVG alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
     
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    Comments about GodSVG as an Alternative to Inkscape
    isaacsgraphic2
    Negative
    0

    GodSVG is not much like Inkscape - it's a very limited interface for editing svg code, but not really a tool for illustration, design or text. It seems like a nice tool, just not a good alternative to Inkscape.

    GodSVG icon
    GodSVG icon
    • GodSVG is Free and Open SourceInkscape is also Free and Open Source
  8. A full suite of graphic design software that provides vector illustration, page layout, image editing, and tracing software. Designed for professional designers, it delivers precision tools, excellent file compatibility, and quality content for crafting professional results from creative ideas.

    89 CorelDRAW Graphics Suite alternatives

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    • Paid
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  9. Karbon icon
     57 likes

    Karbon is a vector drawing application with a user interface that is easy to use, highly customizable and extensible. That makes Karbon a great application for users starting to explore the world of vector graphics as well as for artists wanting to create breathtaking vector art.

    Cost / License

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    • Linux
    • KDE Plasma
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
     
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    14
    Comments about Karbon as an Alternative to Inkscape
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    Karbon and Inkscape are both great and are the only alternatives to each other that support the same wide range of operating systems.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Karbon icon
    Karbon icon
    • Most users think Karbon is a great Inkscape alternative.

    • Karbon is Free and Open SourceInkscape is also Free and Open Source
  10. Boxy SVG icon
     48 likes

    Boxy SVG is a vector graphics editor simillar to Adobe Illustrator, Sketch and Inkscape. Made with and for the modern Web Platform. Can do illustrations, icons, banners, mockups, charts, buttons and more.

    56 Boxy SVG alternatives

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    • Paid
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    • Mac
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    • Linux
    • Online
    • Flathub
     
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    11
    Comments about Boxy SVG as an Alternative to Inkscape
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    I can rotate the picture better than inkscape

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    -1

    Super intuitive for creating, and manipulating vector graphics. Solved in 10 min. what others couldn't after hours.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Boxy SVG icon
    Boxy SVG icon
    • Almost everyone thinks Boxy SVG is a great Inkscape alternative.

    • Boxy SVG is Paid and ProprietaryInkscape is Free and Open Source
  11. Concepts icon
     31 likes

    Concepts is the digital design sketchbook of the future. It’s powerful, flexible and smart, so you can go from quick sketches to beautiful and precise illustrations in a single app. Enhance your creative capabilities with our infinite canvas, flexible multi-touch shape guides...

    43 Concepts alternatives

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    • Freemium
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    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
  12. SVG-Edit icon
     33 likes

    SVG-edit is a fast, web-based, JavaScript-driven SVG drawing editor that works in any modern browser.

    38 SVG-Edit alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

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    • Online
     
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