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Compare Figma and Whimsical 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (56.8% of reviews)
Small-Business (59.7% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
$0.00 1 Editor Per Month
Figma
Star Rating
(1,375)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (56.8% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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Star Rating
(187)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (59.7% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$0.00 1 Editor Per Month
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Figma excels in collaboration features, allowing multiple users to work on designs in real-time directly in the browser. Users appreciate the ability to inspect components and check design details without needing to install heavy software, making it a favorite for teams working on apps and websites.
- Users say Whimsical stands out for its versatility and reliability, with many praising the support team for going the extra mile. This makes it a solid choice for those who value responsive customer service and a tool that can adapt to various brainstorming needs, such as mind mapping.
- Reviewers mention that Figma's user interface is intuitive and easy to understand, which helps new users get up to speed quickly. This ease of use is a significant advantage for teams looking to minimize onboarding time and maximize productivity.
- According to verified reviews, Whimsical's ease of setup is a highlight, with users noting that it allows for quick implementation. This can be particularly beneficial for small businesses or teams that need to start using a tool without extensive configuration.
- G2 reviewers highlight that while both tools offer strong support, Figma's overall quality and satisfaction metrics are significantly higher, indicating a more favorable user experience across a broader audience. This is reflected in the volume of recent reviews, with Figma receiving 74 compared to Whimsical's 1, suggesting a more active user base.
- Users report that while Whimsical has a slightly higher score for ease of use, Figma's comprehensive features and collaborative capabilities make it a more robust choice for teams that require advanced design functionalities. This balance of usability and feature richness is crucial for users who need both simplicity and depth in their design tools.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Figma
No pricing availableWhimsical
Free
$0.00
1 Editor Per Month
For personal projects and flexible collaboration.
- Unlimited workspace members
- All Whimsical file types
- 3 team boards
Free Trial
Figma
No trial information availableWhimsical
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.2
1,078
9.1
127
Ease of Use
9.0
1,085
9.3
129
Ease of Setup
9.2
384
9.5
29
Ease of Admin
8.6
157
9.1
25
Quality of Support
8.8
812
8.7
89
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.0
144
9.6
23
Product Direction (% positive)
9.4
1,030
9.3
123
Features by Category
Tasks
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Projects
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Resource Management
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Project Monitoring
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Generative AI
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Agentic AI - Project Management
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Collaboration Tools
Not enough data
9.1
75
Not enough data
8.0
63
Not enough data
8.6
78
Visual Tools
Not enough data
8.3
71
Not enough data
8.6
70
Not enough data
8.1
62
Mind Map Availability
Not enough data
8.3
62
Not enough data
7.9
44
Not enough data
6.4
35
Not enough data
8.9
65
Agentic AI - Mind Mapping
Not enough data
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Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform Basics
8.8
380
Not enough data
8.8
379
Not enough data
8.8
375
Not enough data
9.2
394
Not enough data
Platform Additional Functionality
9.1
388
Not enough data
7.6
330
Not enough data
8.8
374
Not enough data
8.6
370
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Prototyping
7.5
55
Not enough data
7.6
53
Not enough data
7.8
51
Not enough data
7.5
54
Not enough data
7.4
52
Not enough data
Platform Basics
8.6
376
8.5
22
9.0
393
9.0
28
8.7
369
8.7
22
8.7
365
8.9
28
9.0
381
8.9
30
Platform Additional Functionality
8.9
376
9.1
15
8.8
374
8.9
25
8.8
372
8.6
28
Platform Basics
9.0
343
Not enough data
8.8
332
Not enough data
8.5
330
Not enough data
8.8
328
Not enough data
8.7
331
Not enough data
8.9
337
Not enough data
Platform Basics - Software Design Platforms
8.4
72
Not enough data
8.6
73
Not enough data
8.0
72
Not enough data
9.1
74
Not enough data
Platform Additional Functionality
9.3
348
Not enough data
9.2
346
Not enough data
8.8
330
Not enough data
7.9
301
Not enough data
Platform Additional Functionality - Software Design Platforms
9.1
74
Not enough data
8.7
72
Not enough data
8.8
71
Not enough data
8.8
72
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Figma and Whimsical are categorized as Wireframing
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Figma
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Whimsical
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
Computer Software
21.0%
Information Technology and Services
15.8%
Design
15.4%
Marketing and Advertising
6.9%
Financial Services
5.0%
Other
35.9%
Computer Software
15.9%
Information Technology and Services
14.8%
Marketing and Advertising
10.2%
Financial Services
8.5%
Design
7.4%
Other
43.2%
Discussions
What is Figma used for?
8 Comments
DF
UX/UI designing, prototyping, wireframing. Really easy UI and cloud-based. Read more
Is Figma a free software?
7 Comments
RS
Figma has a limited free plan. For more complex projects a premium plan would be needed though as you may need multiple pages. Figma makes it easy to share...Read more
Should I use Figma?
6 Comments
SK
Figma is a fantastic collaboration tool that will assist you in working as a team and easily identifying who is working on what. The prototyping...Read more
Whimsical has no more discussions with answers
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