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Figma alternatives: 10 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Figma: paid seats add up for large teams, and requires an internet connection for most work. We ranked 10 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Figma, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Penpot currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Lunacy logoLunacyFree plan + paidNoWindows, macOS, Linux3 of 340.0
  1. Lunacy logo

    1. LunacyTop pick

    Best for: Designers on Windows or Linux who want a free Sketch-compatible UI design app

    Free plan + paidWindows, macOS, Linux

    40.0

    score / 100

    Why switch from Figma

    Free desktop design app that also works offline and on Linux.

    Pros

    • Free with no locked features
    • Native app on Windows, Mac and Linux
    • Opens Sketch files and works offline

    Cons

    • Small plugin and community ecosystem
    • Built-in graphics need attribution unless you pay
    • Fewer handoff and integration options than Figma
    Visit Lunacy Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.312
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Lunacy a good Figma alternative?

    Verified facts

    3 of 3 verified
    Price
    Free, no locked features
    Checked Oct 25, 2026lunacy.docs.icons8.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Offline mode
    Yes, for local .sketch files
    Checked Oct 25, 2026lunacy.docs.icons8.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Built-in graphics
    Free with link to Icons8
    Checked Oct 25, 2026lunacy.docs.icons8.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best Figma alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

Penpot logo

Best Figma alternative for most people

Penpot

Open-source and self-hostable, with real-time collaboration and no per-seat licensing.

Penpot logo

Best Figma alternative for a free option

Penpot

Open-source and self-hostable, with real-time collaboration and no per-seat licensing.

Adobe Express logo

Best Figma alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Adobe Express

Quick social and marketing designs with Adobe Stock and Firefly.

Penpot logo

Best Figma alternative for open source

Penpot

Open-source and self-hostable, with real-time collaboration and no per-seat licensing.

Penpot logo

Best Figma alternative for self-hosting

Penpot

Open-source and self-hostable, with real-time collaboration and no per-seat licensing.

Sketch logo

Best Figma alternative for Mac

Sketch

Native Mac app that works offline with mature symbols and libraries.

Canva logo

Best Figma alternative for Windows

Canva

Easier template-based design for marketing graphics rather than UI.

Lunacy logo

Best Figma alternative for Linux

Lunacy

Free desktop design app that also works offline and on Linux.

ProtoPie logo

Best Figma alternative for iPhone and Android

ProtoPie

Richer interaction prototypes with sensors and variables.

Uizard logo

Best Figma alternative for working in the browser

Uizard

AI mockups from prompts for people who find Figma too much.

Figma alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Figma?

Penpot ranks first right now. Open-source and self-hostable, with real-time collaboration and no per-seat licensing. Sketch and Adobe Express follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Figma?

Yes. Penpot (open source), Adobe Express (free plan + paid), Canva (free plan + paid) and Lunacy (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Figma?

Yes: Penpot. Penpot can also be self-hosted.

Which Figma alternatives work on Linux?

Lunacy runs on Linux.

Why do people switch from Figma?

The complaints we hear most: paid seats add up for large teams; requires an internet connection for most work.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Figma, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.