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What it is

Lunacy is a graphic design app and platform for power users and teams, with desktop and web use and online and offline modes. Its tools include auto layouts, real-time collaboration, components, variables, and prototyping. Built-in icons, illustrations, photos, and UI kits provide assets, while AI tools include an image upscaler, background remover, text generator, and avatar generator. Lunacy works natively with.sketch files and can import documents from Figma. Users can work with local documents without an internet connection or deploy its private cloud on-premises or on a VPS. Private-cloud controls include access management, single sign-on, detailed logs, data recovery, and administrator-approved updates. On-premises customers manage their own server and backups; VPS customers can manage backups or delegate them to Icons8 engineers. The free plan allows up to 10 cloud documents and 10 editors or exporters, with 30 days of version history. Paid plans include Personal cloud at $4.99 a month and Professional team at $4.99 a month. The features page says third-party integrations are not currently planned.

Spec sheet

What it does
Lunacy is a vector graphics editor for UI, UX and web design.Read 15 Oct 2026 · lunacy.docs.icons8.com
Product
Lunacy is a graphic design app and design platform for power users and teams.Read 2 Oct 2026 · icons8.com
Audience
The pricing page describes the free plan as for beginners, Pro as for solo designers and teams, and Enterprise as for large corporate teams.Read 2 Oct 2026 · icons8.com
Platforms
Native desktop apps are available for Windows, macOS, and Linux, and Lunacy can also be opened in a browser.Read 2 Oct 2026 · icons8.com
Free plan
YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · lunacy.docs.icons8.com
Integrations
Documented workflow integrations include Avocode, Zeplin, Abstract and Simpli through Sketch-format compatibility.Read 15 Oct 2026 · lunacy.docs.icons8.com
Privacy
Users can work with local documents and use Lunacy without internet access; its private cloud can be deployed on-premises or on a VPS.Read 2 Oct 2026 · icons8.com
Support
Lunacy provides a community forum and tutorials, while its Enterprise plan includes priority support and a dedicated customer success manager.Read 2 Oct 2026 · icons8.com
AI features
Its AI tools include an image upscaler, background remover, text generator, and avatar generator.Read 2 Oct 2026 · icons8.com
AI tools
Built-in AI functions include background removal, image upscaling, avatar generation and text generation.Read 15 Oct 2026 · getapp.com
Built-in assets
The app includes Icons8 icons, illustrations, photos and UI kits inside the design workflow.Read 15 Oct 2026 · icons8.com
Collaboration
Cloud documents support real-time multi-user editing, comments, observer mode and version history.Read 15 Oct 2026 · icons8.com
Company founded and size
LinkedIn lists Icons8 as privately held, founded in 2012, headquartered in New York and employing 51–200 people.Read 15 Oct 2026 · linkedin.com
Company legal name
The software EULA identifies the provider as Icons8 LLC.Read 15 Oct 2026 · lunacy.docs.icons8.com
Design tools
The app includes auto layouts, real-time collaboration, components, variables, prototyping, and online and offline modes.Read 2 Oct 2026 · icons8.com
Desktop app
YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · lunacy.docs.icons8.com
Developer documentation
Official documentation covers interface, editing, components, shared libraries, auto layout, prototyping, teams, localization, troubleshooting and release history.Read 15 Oct 2026 · lunacy.docs.icons8.com
Enterprise hosting
On-premises deployment keeps data within a company's corporate network, while the VPS option can be set up by Icons8 engineers.Read 2 Oct 2026 · icons8.com
Export and handoff
The app supports CSS, XAML, JSON and SVG code previews and exports common raster, vector and document formats.Read 15 Oct 2026 · github.com
Figma support
The product documentation says Lunacy can open Figma .fig files and import Sketch files into Figma or XD.Read 15 Oct 2026 · lunacy.docs.icons8.com
File compatibility
Lunacy works natively with .sketch files and can import documents from Figma.Read 2 Oct 2026 · icons8.com
Hardware requirements
Minimum requirements are 2 GB RAM, 512 MB graphics memory, a two-core CPU and 500 MB storage; recommended levels are higher.Read 15 Oct 2026 · lunacy.docs.icons8.com
Illustration tools
YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · lunacy.docs.icons8.com
Integrations and exclusions
The features page says third-party integrations are not currently planned, and lists plugins, animation, 3D support, and .fig file support among features unlikely to appear soon.Read 2 Oct 2026 · icons8.com
Limit: advanced capabilities
G2 reviewers report weaker animation, prototyping depth, integrations, documentation detail and occasional instability on complex files.Read 15 Oct 2026 · g2.com
Limit: crashes and interface bugs
A Capterra reviewer reports performance problems and crashes in large files plus sidebar or window-maximizing bugs.Read 15 Oct 2026 · capterra.com
Limit: free-plan restrictions
A Software Advice reviewer says the free plan has substantial feature restrictions and less depth than Figma.Read 15 Oct 2026 · softwareadvice.com
Limit: macOS stability
Apple reviewers report frequent macOS crashes, spinning waits and force quits; one reviewer also requested an iPad version, which the developer said was not planned.Read 15 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Limit: prototyping education
A GetApp review says prototyping is difficult and would benefit from more tutorials.Read 15 Oct 2026 · getapp.com
Limit: subscription and refund complaints
Trustpilot reviews include complaints about confusing cancellation or pausing flows, unexpected renewals and refund disputes, alongside reports of helpful support.Read 15 Oct 2026 · trustpilot.com
Linked design
Linked Design lets users update live webpage elements from Lunacy by inserting links into HTML.Read 15 Oct 2026 · icons8.com
MCP integration
Lunacy provides a local Model Context Protocol server that exposes selected design objects, variables, components and assets to AI assistants.Read 15 Oct 2026 · lunacy.docs.icons8.com
Native file format
The .free format is an open-source, human-readable vector-file format used as Lunacy’s native format.Read 15 Oct 2026 · github.com
Notable release
The App Store release history lists Lunacy 11.6 on July 2, 2025 with MCP integration and 11.5 on June 26, 2025 with crash fixes.Read 15 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Offline mode
Users can work with local documents without an internet connection and local-file content stays on the device.Read 15 Oct 2026 · lunacy.docs.icons8.com
Plugin API
The plugin quick-start supports Node.js 14 or newer, Python 3.6 or newer and .NET SDK 8, using a local API at http://localhost:31415.Read 15 Oct 2026 · github.com
Praise: built-in content and formats
GetApp reviewers highlight the asset library, multiple export formats, collaboration and native Sketch compatibility.Read 15 Oct 2026 · getapp.com
Praise: usability and offline work
G2 reviewers repeatedly praise the familiar interface, fast lightweight performance, offline operation and built-in assets.Read 15 Oct 2026 · g2.com
Praise: value and ease of use
Capterra reviewers commonly describe Lunacy as easy to learn, useful for vector editing and reasonably priced.Read 15 Oct 2026 · capterra.com
Private cloud controls
The private cloud offers user access control, single sign-on, detailed logs, data recovery, and administrator-approved updates.Read 2 Oct 2026 · icons8.com
Rating on Apple App Store
Apple says the listing has insufficient ratings or reviews to display an aggregate score.Read 15 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Rating on Capterra
4.7 out of 5 from 26 reviewsRead 15 Oct 2026 · capterra.com
Rating on G2
4.3 out of 5 from 28 reviewsRead 15 Oct 2026 · g2.com
Rating on GetApp
4.7 out of 5 from 27 reviewsRead 15 Oct 2026 · getapp.com
Rating on Software Advice
4.7 out of 5 from 26 reviewsRead 15 Oct 2026 · softwareadvice.com
Rating on Trustpilot
4.3 out of 5 from 75 reviewsRead 15 Oct 2026 · trustpilot.com
Rating shown on Microsoft Store
The maker’s Lunacy page displays a 4.5 rating for the Microsoft Store listing, without showing a rating count.Read 15 Oct 2026 · icons8.com
Real-time collaboration
YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · lunacy.docs.icons8.com
Security positioning
The product advertises no private data collection, closed-network bunker mode and granular access management for private deployments.Read 15 Oct 2026 · icons8.com
Security responsibility
For on-premises deployment, the customer manages the server and backups; VPS customers can manage backups themselves or delegate them to Icons8 engineers.Read 2 Oct 2026 · icons8.com
Self-hosting
Private Cloud can be deployed on premises or on a virtual private server, with customer-controlled teams and backups.Read 15 Oct 2026 · lunacy.docs.icons8.com
Sketch support
Lunacy can open, edit and save Sketch files natively, including files from newer Sketch versions.Read 15 Oct 2026 · lunacy.docs.icons8.com
Software licence
Lunacy itself is proprietary and distributed under an Icons8 EULA granting personal, non-transferable use rights.Read 15 Oct 2026 · lunacy.docs.icons8.com
System requirements
Supported systems are Windows 10/11, macOS 12 or later and current Ubuntu-based, Snapcraft or Flatpak Linux systems; x86 is unsupported.Read 15 Oct 2026 · lunacy.docs.icons8.com
Template library
YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · lunacy.docs.icons8.com

Plans and prices

Free Free Up to 10 cloud documents · Up to 10 document editors/exporters · 30 days of version history Read 20 Sep 2026 · lunacy.docs.icons8.com
Personal cloud plan $4.99 a month billed monthly Unlimited cloud documents · Unlimited document editors/exporters · Unlimited viewers · Entire version history · Deleted files stored forever Read 20 Sep 2026 · lunacy.docs.icons8.com
Trial team plan Price not published Up to 10 team cloud documents · Up to 3 document editors/exporters · Unlimited viewers · Up to 3 team members · 30 days of version history Read 20 Sep 2026 · lunacy.docs.icons8.com
Trial team plan Priced on request Up to 10 team cloud documents · Up to 3 document editors/exporters · Unlimited viewers · Up to 3 team members · 30 days of version history Read 20 Sep 2026 · lunacy.docs.icons8.com
Professional team plan $4.99 a month billed monthly Unlimited cloud documents · Unlimited document editors/exporters · Unlimited viewers · Additional members at $4.99 per user/month · Deleted files stored forever Read 20 Sep 2026 · lunacy.docs.icons8.com
Full graphics subscription $9.99 a month through the Lunacy app full Icons8 graphics set · SVG and high-resolution PNG access without attribution · AI Image Upscaler up to 7680×7680px Read 15 Oct 2026 · lunacy.docs.icons8.com
Free Free low-resolution raster icons, illustrations and photos · text and avatar generators · no AI tools · Icons8 attribution required · 10 cloud documents · 30-day version history · deleted documents stored 30 days Read 15 Oct 2026 · icons8.com
Personal cloud $4.99 a month unlimited cloud documents · unlimited editors/exporters · full version history · deleted files stored forever Read 15 Oct 2026 · lunacy.docs.icons8.com
Professional team $4.99 a month per additional user/month unlimited documents, editors/exporters and viewers · full version history · deleted files stored forever · add members as team grows Read 15 Oct 2026 · lunacy.docs.icons8.com
Pro $11.99 a year per user/month, billed yearly Editable vector icons and illustrations · Studio quality photos · AI upscaler and background remover · No attribution or backlink · Unlimited cloud docs, version history, and deleted-doc storage Read 2 Oct 2026 · icons8.com
Pro $11.99 a month per user/month billed yearly editable vector icons and illustrations · studio-quality photos · AI upscaler and background remover · no attribution · unlimited cloud documents, history and deleted-file storage Read 15 Oct 2026 · icons8.com
Enterprise Priced on request custom plan · granular access control · priority feature development · dedicated customer success manager · 24/7 priority support · private cloud · bunker mode Read 15 Oct 2026 · icons8.com

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Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • Works with .sketch files and imports Figma documents
  • Includes collaboration, components, and prototyping
  • Supports online and offline modes
  • Private cloud can be deployed on-premises or VPS
  • Free plan includes 30 days of version history

Limits

  • Free plan allows up to 10 cloud documents
  • Third-party integrations are not currently planned
  • On-premises customers manage their own server and backups

Who it suits

The free plan is described for beginners, Pro for solo designers and teams, and Enterprise for large corporate teams. Its local-document and private-cloud options may suit users who need offline work or controlled hosting.

Lunacy in depth

Read the full write-up

Overview

Lunacy is a graphic design and UI design platform for people building interfaces and other visual work, from solo designers to corporate teams. Its strongest case is the combination of a substantial design toolkit, built-in creative assets, offline work, and private-cloud deployment. Teams that rely on plugins, animation, 3D, or.fig files should look elsewhere.

Its workflow includes auto layouts, components, variables, prototyping, and real-time collaboration. Local documents and offline use make it useful when an internet connection is unavailable; native.sketch support and Figma document imports can also help teams carry existing work forward.

Key features

Design, assets, and AI

Lunacy combines layout and prototyping tools with icons, illustrations, photos, and UI kits. That breadth can reduce the need to source common design materials separately. Its AI tools cover image upscaling, background removal, text generation, and avatar generation. The graphics subscription specifies upscaling up to 7680 × 7680 px.

Real-time collaboration supports shared work, while the ability to work offline and with local documents gives designers more flexibility than a cloud-only workflow. The trade-off is a limited extension path: third-party integrations are not currently planned, and plugins, animation, 3D support, and.fig support are among features unlikely to appear soon. That is a meaningful constraint for teams whose production workflow depends on those capabilities.

Private cloud

Enterprise customers can deploy a private cloud on-premises or on a VPS. Controls include user access management, single sign-on, detailed logs, data recovery, and administrator-approved updates. On-premises hosting keeps data within the company network, but the customer is responsible for the server and backups. VPS customers can manage backups themselves or delegate them to Icons8 engineers. This is a serious option for organizations with hosting requirements, but it comes with operational responsibility rather than turnkey custody in every deployment.

Pricing

Lunacy is freemium, with a free trial unavailable. Its plans cover different combinations of collaboration, storage, graphics assets, and enterprise controls; compare the limits carefully, since several plans use different seat and document caps.

Free: free. Aimed at beginners, it allows up to 10 cloud documents, up to 10 document editors/exporters, and 30 days of version history. It is a practical way to start, but those caps can constrain ongoing team work.

Personal cloud plan: $4.99 a month, billed monthly. It adds unlimited cloud documents, editors/exporters, and viewers, entire version history, and deleted-file storage forever. It suits an individual who wants fewer cloud and history limits.

Trial team plan: custom pricing. It includes up to 10 team cloud documents, 3 editors/exporters, unlimited viewers, up to 3 team members, and 30 days of version history. The small editor and member allowances make it a limited team option.

Professional team plan: $4.99 a month, billed monthly, with unlimited cloud documents, editors/exporters, and viewers, plus deleted-file storage forever. Additional members cost $4.99 per user/month. It is the clearest fit for working teams, though seat costs rise as the team grows.

Full graphics subscription: $9.99 a month, with the price valid when subscribed through the Lunacy app. It includes image upscaling up to 7680 × 7680 px.

Pro: $11.99 a year, billed per user/month and billed yearly. It includes editable vector icons and illustrations, studio-quality photos, AI upscaling and background removal, no attribution or backlink, and unlimited cloud documents, version history, and deleted-document storage. This is aimed at solo designers and teams seeking the asset and AI package; the yearly billing term matters.

Enterprise: custom pricing. It adds a tailored plan, granular access control, priority feature development, a dedicated customer success manager, 24/7 priority support, private cloud (self-hosted or VPS), and Bunker mode. It is intended for large corporate teams rather than buyers seeking a standard per-seat plan.

Platforms

Lunacy supports Linux, macOS, Windows, and web use, as well as self-hosted deployment. A desktop app is available. The combination of desktop and web access supports different working setups, while self-hosting addresses organizations that need private-cloud deployment.

Who it's for

Lunacy is a good fit for interface and graphic designers who want collaborative design tools, reusable components, built-in assets, and offline capability in one platform. Solo users can start free or consider Personal cloud and Pro; teams can compare the capped Trial team plan with Professional team pricing. Organizations with strict hosting and access-control needs have an Enterprise route, provided they are prepared to manage on-premises infrastructure and backups or choose the VPS arrangement.

It is a weaker fit for teams dependent on plugins, animation, 3D design,.fig files, or third-party integrations. Those exclusions narrow its appeal for workflows built around an extensible design ecosystem.

Pros and cons

Pros: Offline work and local documents suit travel, unreliable connectivity, or work that should remain local.

Pros: Built-in icons, illustrations, photos, and UI kits provide useful starting materials within the design workflow.

Pros: Private-cloud deployment and administrative controls give corporate teams options for hosting and access governance.

Cons: Plugin, animation, 3D, and.fig support are unlikely soon, and third-party integrations are not planned, limiting teams that need those extensions.

Cons: On-premises customers must operate the server and handle backups, adding duties beyond design work.

Cons: Free and trial-team quotas cap documents, editors, members, or history, so they may not sustain a growing shared workflow.

Alternatives

For a different vector-design option, Amadine has a free version that is fully operational on iPad and iPhone, while exporting, printing, and image tracing require purchase; choose it when those Apple mobile platforms are central to the workflow.

Tilda is a web-oriented freemium option whose free plan covers one website with key blocks and whose Personal plan costs $15 a month for full block access and a custom domain. Pick it when building a website, rather than using Lunacy's broader design and collaboration workflow, is the priority.

Drawtify offers a free tier with 40 MB image uploads, SD exports, and limited templates and design elements; its Monthly plan is $9.99 a month and raises uploads to 1 GB. It may suit someone seeking a browser-accessible graphic design option with a defined upload allowance.

Graphite is a free, open-source alternative for readers who prefer that model.

Linearity Curve offers a free plan with 250 lifetime credits, one basic brand kit, and 5GB cloud storage; consider it when those allowances and its iOS or macOS platform support match the work.

Vecteezy offers image and video download plans, including an image-only option and an unlimited all-access option, for readers focused on downloading visual assets.

Gusta Draw is free across Android, iOS, and web, with drawing tools, effects, starter designs, and SVG, PNG, and PDF exports; its AI copilot uses granted tokens during open beta. It suits readers seeking a free drawing-focused option.

ProtoSketch has an iOS and macOS Lite tier capped at five documents, with some libraries locked and exports restricted to social shares and ProtoSketch files.

Explore Vector Graphics Software, Developer Handoff Software, Design Collaboration Software, UI design tools, Game UI Design Software, and Graphic Design Software.

Verdict

Choose Lunacy if you want a broad design toolkit with collaboration, built-in assets, offline work, and the option of a privately hosted cloud. Its strongest distinction is the range of individual and enterprise workflows it can accommodate. Look elsewhere if your team depends on integrations, plugins, animation, 3D, or.fig files, or if you do not want to take responsibility for private-cloud infrastructure and backups.

Verdict

Lunacy combines design tools, built-in assets, AI features, and offline use. Its private-cloud hosting has distinct customer backup responsibilities, and third-party integrations are not currently planned.

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