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Adobe Spectrum Alternatives

Should you replace Adobe Spectrum?

Figma is the strongest catalog alternative to evaluate for Adobe Spectrum.

Adobe Spectrum

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This catalog view compares public market data and does not include organization spend or usage.

Adobe Spectrum alternatives

See how Adobe Spectrum compares to 7 alternative apps you can switch to.

FigmaBest FitSeat-basedAvg. switch cost$144/yrFigma is a good fit if: your team creates digital interface designs, interactive prototypes, or needs real-time collaborative whiteboarding.
SketchStrong ContenderSeat-basedAvg. switch cost$144/yr$15/monthSketch is a good fit if: your design team works exclusively on macOS and requires powerful local file controls with extensive plugin support.
CanvaStrong ContenderSeat-basedAvg. switch cost$156/yrCanva is a good fit if: your team needs to produce consistent branded content quickly without specialized design training.
FramerStrong ContenderSeat-basedAvg. switch cost--Framer is a good fit if: your team needs high-fidelity design-to-production workflows for marketing sites without heavy engineering resources.
BalsamiqWorth ConsideringSeat-basedAvg. switch cost$144/yr$12/monthBalsamiq is a good fit if: your workflow centers on rapid sketching, stakeholder feedback on structure, and keeping conversations focused on functionality rather than aesthetics.
Axure RpWorth ConsideringSeat-basedAvg. switch cost$420/yrAxure Rp is a good fit if: you require complex conditional interactions, dynamic data simulation, and automated specification generation for enterprise software development.
InvisionWorth ConsideringSeat-basedAvg. switch cost--Invision is a good fit if: your team needs an infinite canvas for design workshops and visual brainstorming without complex project tracking.

Figma and Sketch selected for comparison.

Annual costTotal subscription cost for each app, shown for the selected billing period.
Adobe Spe...

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Public pricing

Public catalog pricing. Organization spend is not included.

Figma

$144

Starter

Public catalog pricing estimate.

Sketch

$144

Standard ($15/month)

Public catalog pricing estimate.

3-Year Net SavingEstimated savings over three years after migration and setup costs.
Adobe Spe...

$0

No migration in the current app baseline.

Figma

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After $8,000 estimated migration cost.

Sketch

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After $4,000 estimated migration cost.

Team Fit ScoreHow closely the app matches the teams, workflows, and usage patterns currently in place.
Adobe Spe...

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Figma

92/100

UI/UX and product teams adopt Figma immediately for its real-time collaboration and component libraries. Engineering teams engage via Dev Mode for handoff, but finance, HR, and operations teams rarely require editor seats. Marketing teams may adopt FigJam for whiteboarding, yet balk at editor pricing for occasional use.

Sketch

70/100

Sketch excels for dedicated UI/UX teams working in macOS environments who value native performance and extensive plugin ecosystems. Product designers benefit from granular control over symbols and libraries, but cross-functional teams struggle due to the macOS-only restriction and limited real-time collaboration compared to browser-based alternatives. Engineering and marketing stakeholders often face friction accessing designs without dedicated viewer tools.

Adoption RiskExpected friction, training effort, and behavior change needed to move teams onto the alternative.
Adobe Spe...

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Public adoption signal for the current app.

Figma

low

Figma is a medium-complexity migration. Estimated 4 weeks and $8,000 one-time cost.

Sketch

medium

Sketch is a medium-complexity migration. Estimated 4 weeks and $4,000 one-time cost.

User satisfactionAvailable rating and review signal for team sentiment around the app.
Adobe Spe...

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Figma

4.7/5.0

100000 reviews

Sketch

4.3/5.0

15600 reviews

Timeline & DisruptionExpected migration duration and disruption to normal workflows.
Adobe Spe...

No migration needed

Figma

4 weeks

Medium

Figma is a medium-complexity migration. Estimated 4 weeks and $8,000 one-time cost.

Sketch

4 weeks

Medium

Sketch is a medium-complexity migration. Estimated 4 weeks and $4,000 one-time cost.

Setup & trainingOne-time implementation, enablement, and training investment required.
Adobe Spe...

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Figma

$8,000

Estimated one-time migration and setup effort.

Sketch

$4,000

Estimated one-time migration and setup effort.

Integration CoverageHow much of the current integration and workflow surface is covered by the app.
Adobe Spe...

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Figma

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Supports 1,000 native integrations.

Sketch

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Supports 750 native integrations.

Feature Match (%)How closely the app matches current feature needs, including notable gaps or risks.
Adobe Spe...

100%

Figma

85%

  • No native offline mode — requires internet connection
  • Performance issues with files exceeding 1000 layers
  • Editor seats required for all contributors — no free editing
  • Limited print design capabilities vs vector illustration tools
Sketch

85%

  • macOS only — no Windows or Linux support
  • Real-time collaboration lags behind browser-based competitors
  • Requires local app installation for editing
  • Advanced prototyping requires third-party plugins
CertificationsSecurity, privacy, and compliance certifications available for each app.
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SOC 2ISO 27001GDPR
Figma
SOC 2ISO 27001GDPR
Sketch
SOC 2 Type IIGDPRISO 27001
Choose This IfThe conditions where keeping or switching to this app is likely to make sense.
Adobe Spe...

You already standardize on this app.

Figma

Your team creates digital interface designs, interactive prototypes, or needs real-time collaborative whiteboarding

Sketch

Your design team works exclusively on macOS and requires powerful local file controls with extensive plugin support

Avoid This IfThe conditions where this app is likely to create cost, workflow, or adoption risk.
Adobe Spe...

Public pricing or fit signals no longer match your needs.

Figma

You require advanced photo manipulation, print layout design, or work primarily in offline environments

Sketch

Your team includes Windows or Linux users or requires seamless browser-based collaboration with non-designers

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