Compare DrawPad and Sketch 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (67.9% of reviews)
Small-Business (52.9% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$34.99 1
$120.00 With One-Time Purchase
DrawPad
Star Rating
(30)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (67.9% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$34.99 1
Browse all 2 pricing plansSketch
Star Rating
(1,209)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (52.9% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$120.00 With One-Time Purchase
Browse all 4 pricing plansSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that Sketch excels in its Editing Tools, scoring a 9.0, which allows for precise adjustments and enhancements, while DrawPad, with a score of 8.3, is noted for being less intuitive in this area.
- Reviewers mention that Sketch's Collaboration Software Integration is robust, scoring 8.6, making it easier for teams to work together seamlessly, whereas DrawPad's collaboration features are less comprehensive, leading to potential communication gaps.
- G2 users highlight that Sketch's Exporting Capabilities are superior, with a score of 9.0, allowing for a variety of formats and easy sharing, while DrawPad's exporting options are more limited, which can hinder workflow efficiency.
- Users on G2 say that Sketch's Mockup Creations feature, rated at 8.3, provides a more user-friendly experience compared to DrawPad, which has received feedback indicating that its mockup tools are less flexible and harder to navigate.
- Reviewers mention that Sketch's Quality of Support is rated at 8.3, with many users praising the responsiveness and helpfulness of the support team, while DrawPad's support, rated at 7.3, has been described as slower and less effective in resolving issues.
- Users report that Sketch's Product Direction is viewed positively at 8.7, indicating a strong commitment to continuous improvement and feature updates, whereas DrawPad's lower score of 7.4 suggests that users feel less confident about its future development and enhancements.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
DrawPad
Professional
$34.99
1
Single installation professional license includes all features and design templates
Sketch
Mac-only license - Solo Designers
$120.00
With One-Time Purchase
A single license that can be installed on two devices
- 1 year of updates
- Native mac app
- Design, prototype and illustrate
Free Trial
DrawPad
Free Trial is available
Sketch
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.3
21
8.8
1,085
Ease of Use
8.3
22
8.9
1,087
Ease of Setup
Not enough data
9.2
183
Ease of Admin
Not enough data
8.9
159
Quality of Support
7.4
19
8.3
733
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Not enough data
9.0
130
Product Direction (% positive)
7.5
19
8.7
1,068
Features by Category
Platform Basics
Not enough data
8.8
7
Not enough data
8.3
7
Not enough data
8.8
7
Not enough data
9.0
8
Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
8.6
7
Not enough data
7.6
7
Not enough data
8.5
8
Not enough data
8.1
7
Platform Basics
Not enough data
8.6
7
Not enough data
9.0
8
Not enough data
8.8
7
Not enough data
8.6
7
Not enough data
8.3
7
Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
8.6
7
Not enough data
8.3
7
Not enough data
9.0
8
Platform Basics
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
DrawPad and Sketch are categorized as Vector Graphics
Unique Categories
DrawPad has no unique categories
Sketch is categorized as Diagramming, Prototyping, Wireframing, Design, and Software Design Platforms
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
DrawPad
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Sketch
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
17.9%
Marketing and Advertising
14.3%
Graphic Design
14.3%
Photography
7.1%
Arts and Crafts
7.1%
Other
39.3%
Design
17.6%
Computer Software
14.9%
Information Technology and Services
10.3%
Internet
9.7%
Marketing and Advertising
8.2%
Other
39.3%
Most Helpful Reviews
DrawPad
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Verified User in Architecture & Planning
It's compatible and easy to work and processor fast.
Most Helpful Critical Review
Jaspreet S.
Verified User in Writing and Editing
One downside of DrawPad might be its learning curve for beginners due to the extensive features, which could initially feel overwhelming.
Sketch
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Scott S.
Verified User in Telecommunications
Sketch is an incredible vector based too for designing webpage and app interfaces. Common design elements can be easily distributed across multiple art boards representing the various screens of your app or website. Simple interactivity can be added to your...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User in Information Services
Sometimes it can lag a bit and it could be complicate things
Verified User in Architecture & Planning
It's compatible and easy to work and processor fast.
Scott S.
Verified User in Telecommunications
Sketch is an incredible vector based too for designing webpage and app interfaces. Common design elements can be easily distributed across multiple art boards representing the various screens of your app or website. Simple interactivity can be added to your...
Jaspreet S.
Verified User in Writing and Editing
One downside of DrawPad might be its learning curve for beginners due to the extensive features, which could initially feel overwhelming.
Verified User in Information Services
Sometimes it can lag a bit and it could be complicate things
Discussions
How can we create a custom font set using DrawPad?
3 comments
G2
The text configuration options are done through the Font size option, which allows us to specify the pixel size of the text.
Drawpad also offers...Read more
Is DrawPad good?
2 comments
AA
It seems like the text you provided is already in English. If you have a different text in an unknown language that you would like translated, please provide...Read more
Is sketch for windows coming soon?
3 comments
LF
Sketch itself is for Mac only. However, there is a browser version (web-app) that let's you explore and handoff existing (uploaded) Sketch files, plus an app...Read more
Can I use this to build simple apps views?
2 comments
MO
It's an excellent piece of software for designing or prototyping. Figma is a good alternative.Read more
What is sketch software used for?
2 comments
LF
Creating Apps, Websites, logos and much more. With a main focus on UX and UI designRead more
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