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

The best paid alternative to Inkscape is Adobe Illustrator. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Inkscape and many of them is paid so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting paid alternatives to Inkscape are Affinity Designer, CorelDRAW Graphics Suite, Boxy SVG and Graphic.

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  1. Adobe Illustrator icon

    Adobe Illustrator

     524 likes

    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

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • iPad
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    Adobe Illustrator vs Inkscape Comments
    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 is Paid and ProprietaryInkscape is Free and Open Source
  2. Affinity Designer icon

    Affinity Designer

     381 likes

    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.

    63 Affinity Designer alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • iPad
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    Affinity Designer vs Inkscape Comments
    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 is Paid and ProprietaryInkscape is Free and Open Source
  4. CorelDRAW Graphics Suite icon

    CorelDRAW Graphics Suite

     216 likes

    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

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
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  6. Boxy SVG icon

    Boxy SVG

     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

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Flathub
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    Boxy SVG vs Inkscape Comments
    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 is Paid and ProprietaryInkscape is Free and Open Source
  7. Graphic icon

    Graphic

     37 likes

    Graphic is a modern full-featured graphic design and illustration application, created specifically for Mac OS X. Packed with many powerful features, and designed to be easy to use, you can use Graphic to create everything from simple diagrams to intricate detailed vector...

    37 Graphic alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
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  8. Xara Designer Pro icon

    Xara Designer Pro

     32 likes

    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 abundant templates, and powers web design and prototyping without coding.

    58 Xara Designer Pro alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
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    Xara Designer Pro vs Inkscape Comments
    Michiel
    Positive
    2

    Though commercial it's fast and packed with features. Not as expandable as Inkscape the core engine is very fast and the way it handles bitmaps leaves Inkscape far behind

    Mursku
    Positive
    0

    Xara Designer is way faster and stable than Inkscape. You can think of it as what Paint Tool Sai is to raster art programs (super responsive and stable, but has limited number of tools), Xara Designer is the same to vector art.

    • Xara Designer Pro is Paid and ProprietaryInkscape is Free and Open Source
  10. Xara Photo & Graphic Designer icon

    Xara Photo & Graphic Designer

     28 likes

    Xara Photo & Graphic Designer, formerly Xara Xtreme, is a fast graphics software with versatile illustration tools and advanced photo management. It streamlines creative tasks, allowing users to retouch images, create social media posts, and design website graphics in one...

    49 Xara Photo & Graphic Designer alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  11. Amadine icon

    Amadine

     6 likes

    Amadine is a macOS vector graphics app designed for both beginners and pros, offering a user-friendly interface, precision design tools, multiple layers, and a seamless workflow. It's developed by BeLight Software, emphasizing intuitive use and versatile creativity.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
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  12. SVG Splash icon

    SVG Splash

     Like

    SVG Splash is a beautifully simple SVG painting application for coloring SVGs. No account required or settings to configure. Open and get started immediately.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
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  13. Baseline icon

    Baseline

     5 likes

    This tool simplifies brand content creation, offering an easy guide to build consistent designs quickly. It features templates for major platforms, ensuring efficiency and professionalism with no manual alterations. Ideal for those prioritizing speed and ease in branding.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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  14. ProtoSketch icon

    ProtoSketch

     23 likes

    ProtoSketch is a desktop-class illustration tool for mobile devices to let you easily create vector designs on the go. Supercharged with icons, fonts, ui elements, basic and complex drag and drop shapes. It is easy to design anything from logo and icon to website and mobile app .

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPad
    Apple Pencil
     
  15. PicMonkey icon

    PicMonkey

     50 likes

    PicMonkey is a feature-rich online photo editor that works right in your browser; no downloads necessary. Touch-up tools like Teeth Whiten, Blemish Fix, Weight Loss. Effects like Orton, Cross Process, Color Boost, with drag and drop ease.

    131 PicMonkey alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
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    PicMonkey vs Inkscape Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    10

    It doesn’t seem to have anything to do with vectoring

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Negative
    11

    PicMonkey is not a vector graphics editor, it is a picture editor

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • PicMonkey is Paid and ProprietaryInkscape is Free and Open Source
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