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, Procreate and Concepts.

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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 Mac + Free. 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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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
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    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

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    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
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    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.

    89 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

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    Comments about Adobe Illustrator as an Alternative to Inkscape
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    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
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    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

    License model

    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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    Amadine

    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, emphasizin...

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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.

    61 Procreate alternatives

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    Application types

    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

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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...

    40 Concepts alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    Concepts screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Customizable

    Features

    1.  Custom Brushes
    2.  Support for Layers
    3.  Vector strokes
    4.  Infinite canvas
    5.  Smooth lines
    6.  Support for styluses
    7.  Ad-free
    8.  No registration required
    9.  Sketching
    10.  Gallery management
    11.  Apple Pencil support
    12.  Auto Correction

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    • Concepts is the most popular Android Tablet alternative to Inkscape.

    • Concepts is Freemium and ProprietaryInkscape is Free and Open Source
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    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...

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    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    Graphic screenshot 1

    Graphic Features

    1.  Apple Pencil support

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    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.

    9 Amadine alternatives

    License model

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • UA flagUkraine

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    Amadine screenshot 1

    Amadine Features

    1.  Support for Layers
    2.  Tutorials
    3.  Import PDF

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    Inkpad

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    Create beautiful vector artwork on your iPad with Inkpad.

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • iPad
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    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.

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • iPad
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