DeviantArt AlternativesTop Art / Design Communities & Social Networks like DeviantArt

DeviantArt is described as 'Was created to entertain, inspire, and empower the artist in all of us. Founded in August 2000, deviantART is the largest online social network for artists and art enthusiasts with over 13 million registered members, attracting 35 million unique visitors per month' and is a very popular art / design community in the social & communications category. There are more than 50 alternatives to DeviantArt for a variety of platforms, including Web-based, Android, iPhone, Android Tablet and iPad apps. The best DeviantArt alternative is pixiv, which is free. Other great apps like DeviantArt are Behance, ArtStation, 500px and Layers.

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  1. pixiv icon

    pixiv

     48 likes
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    Explore a dynamic community for artists and enthusiasts offering artwork submission, browsing, tagging, rating systems, collaboration, and a choice on privacy settings, all accessible via mobile and web for seamless engagement.

    40 pixiv alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    Comments about pixiv as an Alternative to DeviantArt
    BunnyLover197
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    3

    The boomer of art sites. Built by the Japanese for the Japanese the site is absolutely HORRID for English speakers or for any non Japanese in general. I guess the Japanese mindset carries over even into online art as well...

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    It seems like it's more oriented to one region of the world instead of worldwide like DA

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Most users think pixiv is a great DeviantArt alternative.

    • pixiv is the most popular Web-based, Android, iPhone & iPad alternative to DeviantArt.

    • pixiv is the most popular free alternative to DeviantArt.

    • pixiv is Freemium and ProprietaryDeviantArt is also Freemium and Proprietary
  2. Behance icon

    Behance

     79 likes
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    Discover curated creative projects across various fields on a platform for inspiration, portfolio showcasing, hiring freelancers, and engaging with a global community. Use search filters to explore by tools or colors, create moodboards, and safely handle payments.

    52 Behance alternatives

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    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple TV
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  4. ArtStation icon

    ArtStation

     30 likes
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    ArtStation is the industry hub, where media & entertainment artists can keep up with each other and find new inspiration every day.

    20 ArtStation alternatives

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    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
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    • iPad
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    Comments about ArtStation as an Alternative to DeviantArt
    Top Positive Comment
    Guest
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    Better art quality, better artists and a well moderated community.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    5

    Great if you're a professional in digital media, concept art, etc., not so much if you're a hobbyist or other media like photography, writing, traditional art.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
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    It has lots of character and environment art, like DeviantArt, and unlike the others, which focus on design and photography.

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    • Some users think ArtStation is a great DeviantArt alternative, some don't.

    • ArtStation is Free and ProprietaryDeviantArt is Freemium and Proprietary
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    500px

     100 likes
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    500px lets you create stunning professional photo portfolios, find friends, express yourself and connect with likeminded people.

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    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
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    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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    Comments about 500px as an Alternative to DeviantArt
    Top Positive Comment
    Guest
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    Very nice, but you have to pay for 1 year in advance and that's something I don't like. Monthly recurring payment, and I'am in !

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Top Negative Comment
    BunnyLover197
    3

    Only relevant if you're into photography. Otherwise look elsewhere for better sites.

    Guest
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    It's photography-exclusive.

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    • This alternative is disputed. 500px is a legitimate DeviantArt alternative, but it might have issues that some users think are important.

    • 500px is the most popular Windows & SaaS alternative to DeviantArt.

    • 500px is Freemium and ProprietaryDeviantArt is also Freemium and Proprietary
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    Layers

     14 likes
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    Layers is a design community platform built by designers for designers. Share your work, connect with other designers and build your portfolio.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
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  7. Cara icon

    Cara

     10 likes
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    Cara is a social media and portfolio platform for artists in the entertainment industry.

    13 Cara alternatives

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    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
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    Zakaria Shalih
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    even when it's more like Instagram, one of it's devs did sue deviantart for latter's wrongdoings

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    • Cara is Free and ProprietaryDeviantArt is Freemium and Proprietary
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    UI.live

     8 likes
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    A free platform for designers to share high-quality snippets—no paywalls, no friction. Get exposure, traffic, and sales by linking to your products, portfolio, or any source.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
    • Figma
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  10. OpenGameArt.org icon

    OpenGameArt.org

     30 likes
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    OpenGameArt.Org is an online asset repository of freely licensed graphics, models, sounds, & music for use in free & commercial games & other media.

    21 OpenGameArt.org alternatives

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    • Free
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    • Online
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    Dribbble

     67 likes
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    Dribbble is the go-to resource for discovering and connecting with designers and creative talent around the globe.

    48 Dribbble alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
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    Guest
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    Dribbble is more for professional designers looking to get hired, rather than a mix of pro and hobbyist

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
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    Practically no character or environment illustrations.

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

    • Dribbble is Freemium and ProprietaryDeviantArt is also Freemium and Proprietary
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    Seam Social

     8 likes
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    A community-driven social network fostering creativity and collaboration through miniapps. Engage with art, music, and more, free from ads and algorithms. Collect Seam Points through quests and contributions and use them to enhance your experience by unlocking user-generated content.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
    • iPhone
    • iPad
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    Fur Affinity

     15 likes
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    Fur Affinity is an online art gallery dedicated to anthropormophic and furry artwork.

    23 Fur Affinity alternatives

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    • Freemium (Pay once or Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
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    Guest
    Positive
    3

    You can see furry art without the risk of p*rn/fetish art popping up.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Most users think Fur Affinity is a great DeviantArt alternative.

    • Fur Affinity is Freemium and ProprietaryDeviantArt is also Freemium and Proprietary
  14. Artfol icon

    Artfol

     3 likes
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    Artfol is an independent social media platform focused on providing a safe and positive space for artists to engage with their community and other artists!.

    24 Artfol alternatives

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    • Freemium (Pay once)
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    • Online
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