Compare Inkscape and Sketch 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (73.9% of reviews)
Small-Business (52.9% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
$120.00 With One-Time Purchase
Inkscape
Star Rating
(392)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (73.9% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about InkscapeSketch
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
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AI Generated Summary
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- Users report that Sketch excels in ease of use with a score of 8.9, making it a preferred choice for designers who prioritize a smooth learning curve, while Inkscape, with a score of 7.9, may require a bit more time to master due to its extensive features.
- Reviewers mention that Sketch's editing tools are highly rated at 9.0, allowing for precise adjustments and enhancements, whereas Inkscape's editing capabilities, while robust, scored slightly lower at 8.6, indicating a potential learning curve for users.
- G2 users highlight Sketch's strong collaboration features, particularly its multi-user collaboration score of 7.7, which facilitates teamwork effectively, while Inkscape's collaboration tools are less integrated, leading to a score of 7.1, which may hinder real-time teamwork.
- Users on G2 say that Sketch's exporting capabilities shine with a score of 9.0, allowing for seamless sharing of designs across various platforms, while Inkscape, although capable, scored 8.9, indicating it may not be as streamlined for exporting workflows.
- Reviewers mention that Sketch's support quality is rated at 8.3, providing users with reliable assistance, whereas Inkscape's support, with a score of 7.8, may not meet the same level of responsiveness, which could be a concern for users needing immediate help.
- Users report that Sketch's integration with collaboration software is rated at 8.6, enhancing its functionality for team projects, while Inkscape, with a score of 8.3, offers decent integration but may not be as comprehensive, potentially limiting collaborative efforts.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Inkscape
No pricing availableSketch
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
Inkscape
No trial information availableSketch
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.6
334
8.8
1,085
Ease of Use
7.9
336
8.9
1,087
Ease of Setup
8.6
30
9.2
183
Ease of Admin
8.3
23
8.9
159
Quality of Support
7.8
227
8.3
733
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.6
22
9.0
130
Product Direction (% positive)
8.3
354
8.7
1,068
Features by Category
Design
8.9
18
Not enough data
7.3
14
Not enough data
7.1
11
Not enough data
Collaboration
7.7
11
Not enough data
7.1
8
Not enough data
File Types
8.9
18
Not enough data
9.2
19
Not enough data
9.1
11
Not enough data
Edit & Revise
8.1
13
Not enough data
6.5
12
Not enough data
7.9
13
Not enough data
Integrate & Embed
6.7
11
Not enough data
6.8
12
Not enough data
8.1
13
Not enough data
Operating System
9.1
16
Not enough data
9.5
10
Not enough data
9.4
11
Not enough data
Generative AI
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
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
Inkscape and Sketch are categorized as Vector Graphics
Unique Categories
Inkscape is categorized as Document Creation
Sketch is categorized as Diagramming, Prototyping, Wireframing, Design, and Software Design Platforms
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Inkscape
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
Graphic Design
13.0%
Design
12.0%
Information Technology and Services
6.0%
Computer Software
5.7%
Marketing and Advertising
4.9%
Other
58.3%
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
Inkscape
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Whelyton C.
Verified User in Design
Inkscape is free. And one of the best free applications . Is possible make professional works on this program . It is very intuitive and has a friendly interface . it has responsive and functional tools . Bitmap automatic vectorization works better...
Most Helpful Critical Review
chris t.
Verified User in Entertainment
Inkscape is a good software but it is really lacking in user interface. The program seems like it could really use some update to become more appealing. I also don't like Inkscape is not very compatible with other editing softwares such as gimp and...
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
Whelyton C.
Verified User in Design
Inkscape is free. And one of the best free applications . Is possible make professional works on this program . It is very intuitive and has a friendly interface . it has responsive and functional tools . Bitmap automatic vectorization works better...
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...
chris t.
Verified User in Entertainment
Inkscape is a good software but it is really lacking in user interface. The program seems like it could really use some update to become more appealing. I also don't like Inkscape is not very compatible with other editing softwares such as gimp and...
Verified User in Information Services
Sometimes it can lag a bit and it could be complicate things
Discussions
Can you upgrade to other versions?
4 comments
С
The newest version can be found on the official site.Read more
are you planning to offer any easy to use integration for Mobile only SDK.
2 comments
RZ
Better ask this question on the Inkscape website. As far as I know - I am a user - there is no mobile version yet
Platform support
The latest version of...Read more
What is this software mainly used for?
2 comments
SC
The process of altering and improving photographs and images.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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