Comparison
Figma vs Sketch
Scored side by side on design-tools, using the same criteria we apply across the category.
Browser-native interface design with real-time multiplayer editing and design-system governance.
macOS-native interface design with a mature vector engine and one-off licence option.
Scored side by side
Multiplayer
Design systems
Prototyping
Developer handoff
Ecosystem
Value for money
Figma verdict
The default choice for product design. The only real question is how you manage editor seats as the team grows.
- Best multiplayer performance in any design tool
- Variables and modes make theming tractable
- Dev Mode meaningfully reduces handoff friction
Sketch verdict
Still excellent software, but only defensible for all-Mac teams that value native performance and licence ownership.
- Excellent native performance on large files
- Perpetual licence avoids subscription lock-in
- Precise vector tooling
FAQ
Common questions
What's the difference between Figma and Sketch?
Figma: The default choice for product design. The only real question is how you manage editor seats as the team grows. Sketch: Still excellent software, but only defensible for all-Mac teams that value native performance and licence ownership.
Which has better reviews, Figma or Sketch?
Figma is rated higher — 4.7/5 versus 4.3/5, from 14,200 and 5,400 reviews respectively.
Does Figma or Sketch have a free plan?
Figma has a free tier ($0 / $16 per editor / month); Sketch doesn't (starting at $12 per editor / month or $120 one-off licence).