Compare Adobe Illustrator and Canvas X Draw 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (63.8% of reviews)
Small-Business (78.3% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
$119.00 1 License Per Year
Adobe Illustrator
Star Rating
(5,849)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (63.8% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Adobe IllustratorCanvas X Draw
Star Rating
(23)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (78.3% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$119.00 1 License Per Year
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Reviewers mention that Adobe Illustrator excels in vector graphics editing, particularly with its advanced Pen Tool and extensive library of brushes, which allows for precise and creative designs. In contrast, users report that Canvas X Draw offers a more user-friendly interface, making it easier for beginners to navigate and create basic designs quickly.
- Users on G2 highlight that Adobe Illustrator's integration with other Adobe products, such as Photoshop and InDesign, enhances workflow efficiency for professionals. However, reviewers say that Canvas X Draw's compatibility with various file formats, including CAD files, is a significant advantage for users in technical fields.
- G2 users indicate that Adobe Illustrator's learning curve can be steep, with a score of 7.9 in ease of use, while Canvas X Draw received a higher score of 9.0, suggesting that it is more accessible for new users. Users report that the tutorials and support resources for Canvas X Draw are particularly helpful for those just starting out.
- Reviewers mention that Adobe Illustrator's robust feature set, including the ability to create complex vector illustrations and typography, makes it a preferred choice for graphic designers. Conversely, users say that Canvas X Draw shines in its ability to create technical drawings and diagrams, which is essential for engineering and architectural applications.
- Users report that Adobe Illustrator's customer support is generally reliable, with a quality of support rating of 8.3, while Canvas X Draw's support is slightly lower at 8.2. However, reviewers mention that Canvas X Draw's community forums provide valuable peer support, which can be beneficial for troubleshooting.
- Reviewers say that Adobe Illustrator's product direction is viewed positively, with a score of 8.7, indicating ongoing improvements and feature updates. In contrast, users on G2 highlight that Canvas X Draw has received a perfect score of 10.0 for product direction, suggesting that users feel confident in the software's future development and enhancements.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Adobe Illustrator
No pricing availableCanvas X Draw
Canvas X Draw for macOS/Windows - 1 Year Subscription
$119.00
1 License Per Year
Graphic design software that does everything you need. One powerful macOS/Windows app for all your vector and raster graphics. Simple enough for beginners. Rich enough for pros. Priced for everyone.
- Pro vector graphics and rich photo-editing tools in a single, easy to use application
- Digital drawing made - create logos, t-shirt designs, business graphics, marketing materials, or simply creating art for art’s sake
- Flawless image tracing, light and dark modes
Free Trial
Adobe Illustrator
No trial information availableCanvas X Draw
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.3
5,086
8.7
14
Ease of Use
7.9
5,116
9.0
14
Ease of Setup
8.6
628
Not enough data
Ease of Admin
8.6
510
Not enough data
Quality of Support
8.3
4,119
8.2
14
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.7
499
Not enough data
Product Direction (% positive)
8.7
5,020
10.0
12
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Adobe Illustrator and Canvas X Draw are categorized as Vector Graphics
Unique Categories
Adobe Illustrator has no unique categories
Canvas X Draw has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Adobe Illustrator
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Canvas X Draw
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Design
13.5%
Graphic Design
13.5%
Marketing and Advertising
10.4%
Higher Education
4.2%
Information Technology and Services
3.9%
Other
54.5%
Information Technology and Services
13.0%
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
8.7%
Graphic Design
8.7%
Design
8.7%
Restaurants
4.3%
Other
56.5%
Most Helpful Reviews
Adobe Illustrator
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Radhika C.
Verified User in Consumer Goods
Some of the format of this tool are very useful for additions and perfections of colors. I can make design much more interesting and beautiful and attractive for my clients. Adobe Illustrator has capacity to work on a large or different files at once...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Barney R.
Verified User in Architecture & Planning
Clipping masks feel clunky and difficult to work with.
Canvas X Draw
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Francisco Javier S.
Verified User in Entertainment
It is pretty intuitive, mainly if you have used other drawing apps. It is now at a place I wish it had been several years ago.
Most Helpful Critical Review
Radhika C.
Verified User in Consumer Goods
Some of the format of this tool are very useful for additions and perfections of colors. I can make design much more interesting and beautiful and attractive for my clients. Adobe Illustrator has capacity to work on a large or different files at once...
Francisco Javier S.
Verified User in Entertainment
It is pretty intuitive, mainly if you have used other drawing apps. It is now at a place I wish it had been several years ago.
Barney R.
Verified User in Architecture & Planning
Clipping masks feel clunky and difficult to work with.
Discussions
What are the best resources for learning how to use Adobe Illustrator?
11 comments
JJ
I got a lot of useful videos off of Lynda.com. You can get a free trial for 30 days. It will also, after the basics, let you detail down to how you want to...Read more
What is the use of Illustrator software?
8 comments
AV
Create designs, layouts, icons, logos, illustration, packaging designs. the main characteristic is that it works with vectorial graphics so there is no...Read more
Do you use Adobe Illustrator for web page designs?
7 comments
ES
No, as the adobe illustrator is not pixel precise. Photoshop CC is much more precise in terms of pixel perfection.
But Adobe illustrator does have a good...Read more
macOS Big Sur Version 11.0.1 and Canvas Draw
1 comment
MG
Hi there. Canvas X Draw is currently in the testing phase for the Big Sur beta. You can download a **beta** version of Canvas X Draw that works on Big Sur...Read more
Canvas X Draw has no more discussions with answers
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