Inkscape Alternatives for Windows

There are many alternatives to Inkscape for Windows if you are looking for a replacement. The best Windows alternative is Krita, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Inkscape and loads of them are available for Windows so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Windows alternatives to Inkscape are Adobe Illustrator, Affinity Designer, LibreOffice - Draw and GodSVG.

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Inkscape is an Open Source vector graphics editor, with capabilities similar to Illustrator, CorelDraw, or Xara X, using the W3C standard Scalable Vector Graphics (SVG) file format.

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  1. Krita icon
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    Krita

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    Krita is a professional Free and open source (FOSS) painting program. It is made by artists that want to see affordable art tools for everyone within concept art, texture and matte painters, illustrations and comics.

    150 Krita alternatives
    Main Window

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android Tablet
    • Epic Games Store
    • PortableApps.com
    • Steam
    Startup page with news
    Brush editor
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    Gamut Mask editor

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Digital Drawing
    2.  Blending brushes
    3.  Keyframe Animation
    4.  Drawing 2D
    5.  Advanced brush settings
    6.  Drawing Tablet Support
    7.  Digital-painting focused
    8.  Sketching
    9.  Color blending
    10.  Support for Layers
    11.  Dark Mode
    12.  Cross-Platform
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    sentakushi

    Inkscape is a vector graphics editor, Krita a raster graphics editor, so they are used for different goals.

    Negative comment •Aug 4, 2024
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    Mano

    Krita's main use case is creating rasterized images. It has a few vector tools, but it's not the focus.

    Negative comment •Jan 12, 2025
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    • Some users think Krita is a great Inkscape alternative, some don't.

    • Krita is the most popular Windows, Linux & Android Tablet alternative to Inkscape.

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

    • Krita is Free and Open SourceInkscape is also Free and Open Source
    • Krita is LightweightInkscape is not according to our users
  2. Adobe Illustrator icon
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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.

    97 Adobe Illustrator alternatives
    Adobe Illustrator screenshot 1

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    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • iPad
    Preferences
    Export for screens
    +1
    Workspaces

    Top Adobe Illustrator Features

    1.  Export to PDF
    2.  Vector strokes
    3.  Vectorize raster images
    4.  Automatic Alignment
    5.  Windows Compatible
    6.  Works Offline
    7.  Support for CMYK Mode
    8.  Save as eps
    9.  Color Picker
    10.  Support for Layers
    11.  Pressure Sensitivity
    12.  Drawing Tablet Support
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    GarretJones136

    No words to say how good it is.

    Positive comment •Aug 24, 2018
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    Guest

    Clean user interface makes up for good workflow.

    Positive comment •Jan 23, 2017
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    Guest

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

    Positive comment •Oct 15, 2018
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    • Most users think Adobe Illustrator is a great Inkscape alternative.

    • Adobe Illustrator is the most popular Web-based 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
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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
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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • iPad
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    Affinity Designer screenshot 3

    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.  Pressure Sensitivity
    11.  Drawing Tablet Support
    12.  Non Destructive Editing
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    westmann

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

    Top positive comment •Jul 19, 2023
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    aryluneix

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

    Top negative comment •Dec 22, 2024
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    Ruyeex

    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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    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.

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  6. LibreOffice - Draw icon
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    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
    LibreOffice - Draw screenshot 1

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • PortableApps.com
    • Flathub
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    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.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
    10.  Import CSV Data
    11.  WYSIWYG Support
    12.  RAW Photo Editors
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    Guest

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

    Negative comment •Apr 5, 2020
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    Guest

    LibreOffice Draw is a very simple drawing suite. It may be sufficient for many, but not sufficient to be declared an alternative to InkScape.

    Negative comment •Dec 26, 2019
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    Guest

    Open Source vector graphics editor can create SVG files.

    Positive comment •Aug 18, 2015
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    • Some users think LibreOffice - Draw is a great Inkscape alternative, some don't.

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

    12 GodSVG alternatives
    GodSVG screenshot 1

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online

    GodSVG Features

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

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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.

    86 CorelDRAW Graphics Suite alternatives
    CorelDRAW Graphics Suite screenshot 1

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    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    macOS version
    DRAW 2019
    +1
    PHOTO-PAINT 2019

    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
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  10. Clip Studio Paint icon
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    Clip Studio Paint

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    Professional software for comic and manga creation, optimized with panel layouts, perspective rulers, sketching, inking, toning, vector support, and 3D model import, suitable for artists seeking advanced drawing and coloring tools.

    103 Clip Studio Paint alternatives
    Blank Canvas

    License model

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Samsung Galaxy Store
    Tool editing dialog
    Wide variety of built-in tools, brushes, and effects
    +6
    Thousands of templates and textures of manga and comic production

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Optimal performance

    Features

    1.  Support for Layers
    2.  Pressure Sensitivity
    3.  Texture for brushes
    4.  Open PSD files
    5.  Tablet support
    6.  Smooth lines
    7.  Keyframe Animation
    8.  Cloud Sync
    9.  Drawing Tablet Support
    10.  Built-in 3D model viewer
    11.  Add-ons
    12.  Vectorgraphic support
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    Guest

    Clip Studio Paint has very limited vector features. Just for manga inking. It is not a vector graphic editor at all.

    Negative comment •Feb 21, 2019
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    • Most users think Clip Studio Paint is a great Inkscape alternative.

    • Clip Studio Paint is the most popular Android alternative to Inkscape.

    • Clip Studio Paint is Paid and ProprietaryInkscape is Free and Open Source
    • Clip Studio Paint is LightweightInkscape is not according to our users
  11. Boxy SVG icon
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    Boxy SVG

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    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
    Boxy SVG screenshot 1

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Flathub
    Boxy SVG screenshot 1
    Boxy SVG screenshot 2
    +2
    Boxy SVG screenshot 3

    Boxy SVG Features

    1.  Support for Layers
    2.  Works Offline
    3.  Ad-free
    4.  Cloud Sync
    5.  Non Destructive Editing
    6.  Dark Mode
    7.  Export to SVG
    8.  Support for SVG
    9.  Symbols
    10.  Support for Keyboard Shortcuts
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    Guest

    I can rotate the picture better than inkscape

    Positive comment •Jul 19, 2019
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    Guest

    Super intuitive for creating, and manipulating vector graphics. Solved in 10 min. what others couldn't after hours.

    Positive comment •Jun 28, 2017
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    • Almost everyone thinks Boxy SVG is a great Inkscape alternative.

    • Boxy SVG is Paid and ProprietaryInkscape is Free and Open Source
  12. LazPaint icon
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    LazPaint

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    Raster & vector graphic editor with many tools and filters, written in Lazarus. Portable, 32bit & 64bit versions, ORA format & 16384x16384 image support. In app 3D import & rendering.

    39 LazPaint alternatives
    Main UI

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • PortableApps.com
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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    16K PNG AT 1:1 VIEW IN 32BIT VERSION, RESAMPLED TO 8K in 32bit
    +2
    16K PNG, RESAMPLED TO 8K AT FIT VIEW IN 32BIT VERSION

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Support for Layers
    2.  Reads PDN Format
    3.  Transparent images
    4.  Portable
    5.  Pixel accuracy
    6.  Debian package
    7.  Support for SVG
    8.  Export to SVG
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