Adobe InDesign AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Graphic Design Tools

The best Graphic Design alternative to Adobe InDesign is Affinity, which is free. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to Adobe InDesign and 19 are Graphic Design Tools so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Graphic Design Tool alternatives to Adobe InDesign are Canva, Desygner, Polotno and Aktivisda.

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  1. Affinity icon
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    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.

    64 Affinity alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
     
  2. Canva icon
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    A comprehensive design application combining innovative photo and video editing with advanced AI capabilities to streamline creating designs. Users can produce unique graphics, engaging social media content using customizable templates and thousands of images, videos, and fonts accessible through its vast library.

    85 Canva alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
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    Comments about Canva as an Alternative to Adobe InDesign
    Top Positive Comment
    DalsPhotography
    1

    Canva has now purchased all the Affinity company. Yet, you can still use them as separate software, but I don't know for how long!

    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    11

    Canva is a good layout but has none of the advanced text editing functionality that InDesign has.

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

    Canva is not made for layouts

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Some users think Canva is a great Adobe InDesign alternative, some don't.

    • Canva is the most popular Web-based, Android, iPhone, SaaS & Android Tablet alternative to Adobe InDesign.

    • Canva is Freemium and ProprietaryAdobe InDesign is Paid and Proprietary
    • Canva is Privacy focused and LightweightAdobe InDesign is not according to our users
  3. Desygner icon
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    Desygner is an online and mobile design solution, which offers a simpler alternative to expensive and complicated design suites.

    176 Desygner alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
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    Comments about Desygner as an Alternative to Adobe InDesign
    Osiris Berbesia
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    3

    No similar at all to indesign

    Guest
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    -6

    It simply doesn't offer file upload. I'm looking for a online solution to edit my .indd files...

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Some users think Desygner is a great Adobe InDesign alternative, some don't.

    • Desygner is Freemium and ProprietaryAdobe InDesign is Paid and Proprietary
  4. Polotno icon
     21 likes
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    A versatile visual design suite offering an intuitive canvas editor, automated template creation for social media and ads, video editing integration for apps, and asset management through unlimited libraries. Supports various storage options and is made for creative scale.

    90 Polotno alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
  5. Aktivisda icon
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    Aktivisda is a web application to facilitate the creation of visuals that use the graphic charter of an organization, and the spreading of this graphic charter.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
     
    • Aktivisda is the most popular Self-Hosted alternative to Adobe InDesign.

    • Aktivisda is Free and Open SourceAdobe InDesign is Paid and Proprietary
  6. Picmaker icon
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    Picmaker is an online design solution that helps create stunning YouTube thumbnails, channel art, and IGTV covers. It is a simpler and faster alternative to expensive and complicated design tools that are available today.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
     
  7. Drawtify icon
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    Free Online Vector Graphic Editor with Great Design Templates and Elements. With powerful vector editor, you can create beautiful graphics online for free, such as SVG graphics, vector logos, infographics, flyer, poster, banners, etc.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
  8. VistaCreate icon
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    An intuitive online design tool offering advanced features like animation, video editing, and over 150,000 templates. Access a library of 70 million+ assets including vectors, photos, and sounds. Ideal for social media, marketing, and design projects of all kinds.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
     
  9. MiriCanvas icon
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    A free design platform offering extensive templates for presentations, YouTube thumbnails, and social media. AI-powered tools enable easy creation directly in the browser, supporting animations, videos, and interactive quizzes. Over 500,000 templates included.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  10. Vizard Studio icon
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    Vizard helps brands & agencies produce highly personalised, on-brand creatives at scale for social media, email & digital marketing.

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
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