Sketch Alternatives for Linux

Sketch is not available for Linux but there are plenty of alternatives that runs on Linux with similar functionality. The best Linux alternative is Lunacy, which is free. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to Sketch and 16 are available for Linux so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Linux alternatives to Sketch are Corel Vector, Pencil Project, Vectr and Akira.

Sketch alternatives are mainly Vector Graphic Apps but may also be UI Design Tools or Prototyping Tools. Filter by these if you want a narrower list of alternatives or looking for a specific functionality of Sketch.

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UI Design Tool
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Sketch is a vector-based design tool for Mac with a focus on screen design. It’s used primarily by screen designers who...

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Lunacy
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Free • Proprietary
UI Design Tool
Prototyping Tool
Graphic Design Tool
Mac
Windows
Linux
31 alternatives to Lunacy
Lunacy is a native Windows app that opens, edits, and stores .sketch files. In short, it’s long-awaited Sketch for Windows. It solves the big pain of design teams working on different operating systems and improves the process of transition from design to development.
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Lunacy Features
1. Works OfflineLunacy can be used without the need to connect to the internet.
2. No registration requiredYou can use most of the features in Lunacy without registration.
3. PortableLunacy can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
4. Real time collaborationMultiple users can work together in Lunacy simultaneously.
Import from Sketch
Export to SVG
UX Design
Windows Compatible
Sketch
GUI Designer
Lunacy vs Sketch opinions
Almost everyone thinks Lunacy is a great alternative to Sketch.
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margaritaivanchikova
I think it's even better. I like the design, the features. It allows everything I need, and it's free.
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NG
It was originally created as Sketch for Windows.
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Guest
Works for windows and accepts all the libraries for sketch. Sketch resources are easy to find so you can make not only SVG sketches but also font files and Sprites
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Guest
This app makes me happy! No mac need - this is freedom.
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Guest
Is not perfect. It's very incomplete. But works. is good and running in Win7.
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Corel Vector
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Paid • Proprietary
Vector Graphic App
Image Editor
UI Design Tool
Mac
Windows
Linux
Online
Chrome OS
71 alternatives to Corel Vector
Corel Vector is a feature-rich vector graphics tool. It is an installable desktop application. It is also a within-browser application for those who prefer this. It has every design feature this writer is aware of within Inkscape, without the recent issues.
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Corel Vector Features
1. PortableCorel Vector can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
2. Ad-freeCorel Vector doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
3. Works OfflineCorel Vector can be used without the need to connect to the internet.
4. Drawing Tablet SupportCorel Vector supports the use of external drawing tablets as input devices.
5. LightweightCorel Vector consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
6. Dark ModeCorel Vector supports dark mode for comfortable usage in low light conditions.
7. Cloud SyncSync your data (notes, documents, bookmarks, etc.) across your different devices and to the cloud.
8. Support for LayersCorel Vector supports the organization of elements through a hierarchical order that can be manipulated/viewed independently.
9. Color PickerCorel Vector allows you to select and copy a color property from an image, object, or shape.
Website wireframing
Built-in Color picker
Browser-based
Persistent Linux
Web fonts
Vectorize raster images
Global palette
Embedded tutorials
Master Design
Asset Pipeline
Corel Vector vs Sketch opinions
Almost everyone thinks Corel Vector is a great alternative to Sketch.
Guest
Easy to use, beautiful, light and powerful.
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Guest
Gravit is a full-featured tool, that covers demands from simple image editing to multi-state UI design, including even master page support. It's available to all major platforms (Web included), and it's own UI is very friendly.
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tigerfenix
It's a multipurpose design software.
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Guest
best alternative for sketch
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chipthrasher
Very similar to Sketch and easy-to-use
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Pencil Project
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Free • Open Source
UI Design Tool
Prototyping Tool
Diagram Editor
Mac
Windows
Linux
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78 alternatives to Pencil Project
Pencil is a standalone app that lets you create diagrams or UI mockups. It doesn't have collaboration/multi-user features.
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Pencil Project Features
Sketching
Cliparts
Export to HTML
Export to SVG
Export to PNG
Export to PDF
Mockup generator
Pencil Project vs Sketch opinions
Most users think Pencil Project is a great alternative to Sketch.
Guest
it's free and does the basics of ux/ui design and stencils/models are free as well
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joaozitopolo
Pencil is projected to design apps and sites. That proposal lets Pencil a valuable alternative to Sketch.
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Guest
Buggy, I get it's free and the developers have done an amazing job for free software but it really isn't good enough to replace sketch if you want to use it for a daily tool that your job depends on.

If you your a product owner or an engineer and just want to get an idea put together it's fine. But it's not a UX designer's main tool solution.
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Guest
Very poor interface to start even a small project
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Guest
Easy, multiplatform, open source
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Vectr
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Free • Proprietary
Vector Graphic App
Image Editor
Graphic Design Tool
Windows
Linux
Online
Chrome OS
89 alternatives to Vectr
Vectr is a free graphics editor. Vectr is collaborative like Google Docs, and runs both in your web browser and on your desktop as a native app. With an intuitive interface, Vectr is easy to learn and use.
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Vectr Features
1. Real time collaborationMultiple users can work together in Vectr simultaneously.
2. Works OfflineVectr can be used without the need to connect to the internet.
Web-Based
Extensive settings menu
Convert images to PDF
Image Sharing
Vectr vs Sketch opinions
Most users think Vectr is a great alternative to Sketch.
arindambasu
Vectr is free, (there is a paid option but they are very generous to offer free tiers), and excellent. Small footprint but you can do everything. My only gripe is they do not let you add arrows as in a vector drawing programme, but that's a non-issue, as you can add arrows in other ways. It's a beautiful programme, I strongly support this.
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Guest
Easy to use and powerful enough
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Akira
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Free • Open Source
UI Design Tool
Linux
GTK+
70 alternatives to Akira
Akira is a native Linux Design application built in Vala and GTK. Akira focuses on offering a modern and fast approach to UI and UX Design, mainly targeting web designers and graphic designers. The main goal is to offer a valid and professional solution for designers who want to...
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Akira Features
Drag and Drop Design
UX Design
Akira vs Sketch opinions
Almost everyone thinks Akira is a great alternative to Sketch.
Penpot Desktop
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Free • Open Source
UI Design Tool
Prototyping Tool
Graphic Design Tool
Mac
Windows
Linux
20 alternatives to Penpot Desktop
Penpot Desktop delivers a desktop-like experience for Penpot users with the additional of integrating tabs to conveniently traverse back and forth between projects. Offline support is available through the select your own instance option in settings, as well as the theme...
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Penpot Desktop Features
1. Real time collaborationMultiple users can work together in Penpot Desktop simultaneously.
2. Works OfflinePenpot Desktop can be used without the need to connect to the internet.
3. No Coding RequiredPenpot Desktop can be used without an coding or programming skills.
4. Ad-freePenpot Desktop doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
5. Live PreviewInstantly see what your files and documents look like as you create them.
6. Dark ModePenpot Desktop supports dark mode for comfortable usage in low light conditions.
7. Color PickerPenpot Desktop allows you to select and copy a color property from an image, object, or shape.
8. Support for LayersPenpot Desktop supports the organization of elements through a hierarchical order that can be manipulated/viewed independently.
UX Design
Alva
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Free • Open Source
UI Design Tool
Graphic Design Tool
Mac
Windows
Linux
68 alternatives to Alva
Alva works with your production frontend components, adding up-to-date, responsive, and interactive designs to your living styleguide.

Alva has no features, suggest some!
Discontinued
The project is no longer maintained: https://github.com/meetalva/alva/issues/852 Last version, 0.9.1, released in January 2019, can be still downloaded from GitHub

Alva vs Sketch opinions
Almost everyone thinks Alva is a great alternative to Sketch.
Guest
It's reeeeeally good. Not just another bloated svg editor, like Sketch. Use this one, ditch the rest.
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saeed69
It is awesome, modern and opensource!
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Boxy SVG
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Paid • Proprietary
Vector Graphic App
Mac
Windows
Linux
Online
47 alternatives to Boxy SVG
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.
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Boxy SVG Features
1. Works OfflineBoxy SVG can be used without the need to connect to the internet.
2. Support for LayersBoxy SVG supports the organization of elements through a hierarchical order that can be manipulated/viewed independently.
Export to SVG
Support for SVG
Support for Keyboard Shortcuts
Boxy SVG vs Sketch opinions
Some users think Boxy SVG is a great alternative to Sketch, some don't.
InsightPoint
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Free • Proprietary
Windows
Linux
36 alternatives to InsightPoint
InsightPoint is a cool multi-scene vector drawing tool for Windows and Linux.

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Ella
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Free • Open Source
Animation Maker
Linux
49 alternatives to Ella
Ella (an acronym for Elegant Light Linux Animator) is a light animation software intended to achieve a aim of the Linux world : a functionnal and WYSIWYG (What You See Is What You Get) 2D animation sofware.

Ella has no features, suggest some!
Discontinued
The project is no longer developed. Last version, 0.4.2, released in 2012, can be still downloaded from Launchpad.