Inkscape vs ProtoSketch
Inkscape
inkscape.orgProtoSketch
protosketch.ioSide by side
| Figure | Inkscape | ProtoSketch |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | Free |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | Yes | — |
| Windows | Yes | — |
| macOS | Yes | Yes |
| Linux | Yes | — |
| iOS | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 2 | 1 |
| Spec score · Vector Graphics Software | 8.6 (#10) | 8.2 (#16) |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Platforms | The project’s installation guide describes stable versions for macOS, Linux, and Windows. | The FAQ says the iPhone version was expected after iPad; it says there were no plans for Linux, Windows, or Android, while the Mac page says the Mac app is in development. |
| Support | User help is community-provided through project-maintained channels including RocketChat and the Inkscape Forum. | The FAQ directs users to contact the maker through Facebook, Twitter, or its email form. |
Plans
In their own words
ProtoSketch
ProtoSketch is vector graphics design software for work spanning web and app graphics, logos, icons, print, illustration, UI and UX. Its stated audience also includes product and marketing designers. The app provides vector tools, icons, fonts, UI elements, and basic and complex shapes. For layout precision, it offers smart guides, object snapping, an adjustable grid, and alignment and distribution commands. Styling options include fills, strokes, gradients, RGB sliders, color wheels, hex input, blending modes and opacity. Users can draw and edit paths, use layers and groups, and apply divide, exclude, minus front, unite and intersect operations. ProtoSketch currently exports PDF, imports and exports PNG and JPG, and supports SVG data exchange; SVG import is planned for a future version. On iOS, Dropbox can import documents and images, while “Open in…” functionality is also available. iCloud syncing across Mac, iPad and iPhone is planned. ProtoSketch Lite costs nothing and allows up to five documents, with some libraries locked and exports restricted to social shares and ProtoSketch files. The Mac version is in development.