Inkscape Alternatives for iPad

Inkscape is not available for iPad but there are plenty of alternatives with similar functionality. The best iPad alternative is Linearity Curve, which is free. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Inkscape and 15 are available for iPad so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting iPad alternatives to Inkscape are Adobe Illustrator, Affinity Designer, Concepts and Graphic.

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Inkscape alternatives are mainly Vector Graphic Apps, but if you're looking for Digital Painting Tools or Graphic Design Tools you can filter on that. Other popular filters include iPad, Android, Free, Online, Android + Free, Linux and Open Source. You can also filter by region, for example EU-based alternatives if you prefer software developed in the European Union. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to Inkscape.
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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.

    39 Linearity Curve alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
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    Guest
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    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

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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.

    93 Adobe Illustrator alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • iPad
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    GarretJones136
    Positive
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    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.
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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

     382 likes
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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.

    61 Affinity Designer alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

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

    Top Negative Comment
    aryluneix
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    few functions and flexible settings unlike inkscape, more suitable for simple projects and layout...

    Ruyeex
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    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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    Adobe Illustrator

    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 sup...

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    Concepts

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    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...

    42 Concepts alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    • Concepts is the most popular Android Tablet alternative to Inkscape.

    • Concepts is Freemium and ProprietaryInkscape is Free and Open Source
  7. Graphic icon

    Graphic

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    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...

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
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  8. Amadine icon

    Amadine

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    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.

    11 Amadine alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
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  11. Bez icon

    Bez

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    A vector graphics editor that makes it easy to create vector images on your iPad or iPad Pro. It has full support for Slide Over, Split View, Smart Keyboard and Apple Pencil.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • iPad
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  12. ProtoSketch icon

    ProtoSketch

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    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

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    • Mac
    • iPad
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  13. Omber icon

    Omber

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    Omber is a new type of vector design program that lets you use color in new ways in your vector drawings. With Omber's advanced soft shading tools, you can easily make dramatic color blends or subtle color gradients in your art.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • iPad
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  14. IDesign icon

    IDesign

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    Precision 2D vector drawing & design for the iPad and iPhone / iPod Touch.

    Make professional quality designs, illustrations and technical drawings on the move using your fingers at last! iDesign has unique features and offset controls which allows you to draw accurately with.

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    • iPhone
    • iPad
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  15. Vectorize! icon

    Vectorize!

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    Vectorize! is the perfect tool for quickly and easily converting any pixel graphic into a resolution-independent, scalable vector format.

    30 Vectorize! alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
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