The Best Inkscape AlternativesTop Vector Graphic Apps & Digital Painting Tools like Inkscape

Inkscape is described as 'Open source vector graphics editor supporting SVG with features like custom brushes, pressure sensitivity, and layer management across multiple platforms' and is a leading Vector Graphic app in the photos & graphics category. There are more than 100 alternatives to Inkscape for a variety of platforms, including Web-based, Mac, Windows, Linux and iPad apps. The best Inkscape alternative is Linearity Curve, which is free. Other great apps like Inkscape are Adobe Illustrator, Affinity Designer, Graphite and LibreOffice - Draw.

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Open source vector graphics editor supporting SVG with features like custom brushes, pressure sensitivity, and layer management across multiple platforms.

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Inkscape alternatives page was last updated Mar 6, 2025
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  1. Linearity Curve icon

    Linearity Curve

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

    35 Linearity Curve alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    Linearity Curve screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Intuitive Interface

    Features

    1.  Vector strokes
    2.  Works Offline
    3.  Artboards
    4.  Vector painting
    5.  Ad-free
    6.  Vectorize raster images
    7.  Drawing Tablet Support
    8.  Support for Layers
    9.  Live Preview
    10.  No Coding Required
    11.  Hardware Accelerated
    12.  Dark Mode

    Linearity Curve VS Inkscape

     
    Comments about Linearity Curve as an Alternative to Inkscape
    Most Recent Comment
    Guest
    Negative Jan 9, 2025
    1

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

    Volconon
    Negative Jul 20, 2024
    1

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

    Guest
    Positive Sep 30, 2020
    -3

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

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    • Almost everyone thinks Linearity Curve is a great Inkscape alternative.

    • Linearity Curve is the most popular Mac, iPhone & iPad alternative to Inkscape.

    • Linearity Curve is the most popular free alternative to Inkscape.

    • Linearity Curve is Freemium and ProprietaryInkscape is Free and Open Source
  2. Adobe Illustrator icon

    Adobe Illustrator

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    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.

    90 Adobe Illustrator alternatives

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    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • iPad
    Adobe Illustrator screenshot 1

    Top Adobe Illustrator Features

    1.  Export to PDF
    2.  Vector strokes
    3.  Vectorize raster images
    4.  Automatic Alignment
    5.  Color Picker
    6.  Windows Compatible
    7.  Works Offline
    8.  Support for CMYK Mode
    9.  Save as eps
    10.  Support for Layers
    11.  Pressure Sensitivity
    12.  Drawing Tablet Support

    Adobe Illustrator VS Inkscape

     
    Comments about Adobe Illustrator as an Alternative to Inkscape
    Most Recent Comment
    GarretJones136
    Positive Aug 24, 2018
    -7

    No words to say how good it is.

    Guest
    Positive Jan 23, 2017
    -6

    Clean user interface makes up for good workflow.

    Guest
    Positive Oct 15, 2018
    -8

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

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    • Most users think Adobe Illustrator is a great Inkscape alternative.

    • Adobe Illustrator is the most popular Web-based & Windows alternative to Inkscape.

    • Adobe Illustrator is the most popular commercial alternative to Inkscape.

    • Adobe Illustrator is Paid and ProprietaryInkscape is Free and Open Source
  4. Affinity Designer icon

    Affinity Designer

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    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.

    53 Affinity Designer alternatives

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    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • GB flagUnited Kingdom

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • iPad
    Affinity Designer screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  User friendly

    Features

    1.  No Subscription
    2.  Vector strokes
    3.  Open PSD files
    4.  Support for Layers
    5.  Snapping
    6.  Export to PDF
    7.  Works Offline
    8.  Pixel Persona
    9.  Dark Mode
    10.  Drawing Tablet Support
    11.  Non Destructive Editing
    12.  Pressure Sensitivity

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    Comments about Affinity Designer as an Alternative to Inkscape
    Top Positive Comment
    westmann
    Jul 19, 2023
    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
    Dec 22, 2024
    0

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

    Most Recent Comment
    Ruyeex
    Oct 15, 2024
    0

    It's compatible with Inkscape

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    • Most users think Affinity Designer is a great Inkscape alternative.

    • Affinity Designer is Paid and ProprietaryInkscape is Free and Open Source
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    Xara Designer Pro

    Xara Designer Pro offers tools for illustration, photo editing, and desktop publishing, with exceptional vector design capabilities. Suitable for billboards, business cards, and more, it supports diverse file formats, provides ab...

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  6. Graphite icon

    Graphite

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

    52 Graphite alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Online
    Made using nondestructive boolean operations and procedural polka dot patterns

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  Support for Layers
    3.  Dark Mode
    4.  Non Destructive Editing
    5.  Export to SVG
    6.  Node Based
    7.  No Tracking
    8.  Live Preview
    9.  No registration required
    10.  Text to Image Generation
    11.  WYSIWYG Support

    Graphite VS Inkscape

     

    • Graphite is the most popular Open Source alternative to Inkscape.

    • Graphite is Free and Open SourceInkscape is also Free and Open Source
    • Graphite is Lightweight and Privacy focusedInkscape is not according to our users
  7. LibreOffice - Draw icon

    LibreOffice - Draw

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    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.

    95 LibreOffice - Draw alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • PortableApps.com
    • Flathub
    LibreOffice - Draw screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Export to PDF
    2.  Portable
    3.  Sequence Diagrams
    4.  Ad-free
    5.  Support for Layers
    6.  Works Offline
    7.  No registration required
    8.  Auto Layout
    9.  WYSIWYG Support
    10.  RAW Photo Editors
    11.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
    12.  Import CSV Data

    LibreOffice - Draw VS Inkscape

     
    Comments about LibreOffice - Draw as an Alternative to Inkscape
    Most Recent Comment
    Guest
    Negative Dec 26, 2019
    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.

    Guest
    Negative Apr 5, 2020
    7

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

    Guest
    Positive Aug 18, 2015
    8

    Open Source vector graphics editor can create SVG files.

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    • Some users think LibreOffice - Draw is a great Inkscape alternative, some don't.

    • LibreOffice - Draw is the most popular Linux alternative to Inkscape.

    • LibreOffice - Draw is Free and Open SourceInkscape is also Free and Open Source
    • LibreOffice - Draw is LightweightInkscape is not according to our users
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    GodSVG

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    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...

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • RU flagRussia

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    GodSVG screenshot 1

    GodSVG Features

    1.  No registration required
    2.  Ad-free
    3.  Dark Mode
    4.  Works Offline
    5.  Support for SVG
    6.  GdScript

    GodSVG VS Inkscape

     

    • GodSVG is the most popular Android alternative to Inkscape.

    • GodSVG is Free and Open SourceInkscape is also Free and Open Source
  10. CorelDRAW Graphics Suite icon

    CorelDRAW Graphics Suite

     215 likes
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    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.

    84 CorelDRAW Graphics Suite alternatives

    License model

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • CA flagCanada

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    CorelDRAW Graphics Suite screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Customizable

    Features

    1.  Desktop Publishing
    2.  Pixel accuracy
    3.  Support for Keyboard Shortcuts
    4.  Support for Layers
    5.  Dark Mode
    6.  Pressure Sensitivity
    7.  Drawing Tablet Support
    8.  Ad-free
    9.  Works Offline
    10.  Custom Brushes
    11.  Non Destructive Editing

    CorelDRAW Graphics Suite VS Inkscape

     
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    Procreate

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    Procreate is a versatile, award-winning app for creative digital drawing and painting on iOS. It delivers a robust, professional toolset with hundreds of configurable brushes, a powerful layering system, vector graphic tools, and comprehensive design capabilities, ensuring desktop-level flexibility and power.

    59 Procreate alternatives

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    Country of Origin

    • AU flagAustralia

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
    Procreate screenshot 1

    Top Procreate Features

    1.  Apple Pencil support
    2.  Texture for brushes
    3.  Custom Brushes
    4.  Drawing 2D
    5.  Love
    6.  Dark Mode
    7.  Ad-free
    8.  Support for Layers
    9.  No registration required
    10.  Support for 4K
    11.  Works Offline
    12.  Drawing Tablet Support

    Procreate VS Inkscape

     
  12. Karbon icon

    Karbon

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    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.

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • KDE Plasma
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    Karbon screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  No registration required
    2.  Ad-free
    3.  WYSIWYG Support
    4.  Support for Layers
    5.  Non Destructive Editing
    6.  Works Offline
    7.  Portable
    8.  KDE
    9.  High Availability

    Karbon VS Inkscape

     
    Comments about Karbon as an Alternative to Inkscape
    Guest
    Positive Jan 10, 2019
    0

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

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    • Most users think Karbon is a great Inkscape alternative.

    • Karbon is Free and Open SourceInkscape is also Free and Open Source
    • Karbon is LightweightInkscape is not according to our users
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