Sketch
Mac-native design tool for teams who prioritize speed over cloud collaboration.
Best use cases
• UI design
• Icon design
• Design systems
• Desktop app design
• Mac-centric workflows
Pros
• Native Mac performance
• Mature plugin ecosystem
• Fast local work
• One-time license option
Cons
• Mac only
• Collaboration less seamless than Figma
• Losing market share
• Cloud features cost extra
Pricing
paid
Subscription or one-time license, typically around $10/mo or $99 one-time
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