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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
1Penpot logoPenpotOpen sourceYesWeb, Self-hosted3 of 368.8
  1. Penpot logo

    1. PenpotTop pick

    Best for: Teams that want a Figma-like tool without lock-in

    Open sourceSelf-hostableWeb, Self-hosted

    68.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Figma

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

    Pros

    • Open source and self-hostable
    • Built on open web standards
    • Real-time collaboration

    Cons

    • Smaller plugin and community ecosystem
    • Fewer advanced prototyping features
    Visit Penpot Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.3100
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

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

    Is Penpot a good Figma alternative?

    Verified facts

    3 of 3 verified
    Open source
    Yes
    Checked Oct 24, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Self-hosting
    Yes
    Checked Oct 24, 2026penpot.app(opens source in a new tab)
    Price
    Free
    Checked Oct 24, 2026penpot.app(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.