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Inkscape vs Sketch: What are the differences?

Developers describe Inkscape as "An open source vector graphics editor". It is professional quality vector graphics software which runs on Windows, Mac OS X and Linux. This software can be used to create or edit vector graphics such as illustrations, diagrams, line arts, charts, logos and complex paintings. On the other hand, Sketch is detailed as "Professional Digital Design for Mac". Easily create complex shapes with our state-of-the-art vector boolean operations and take advantage of our extensive layer styles.

Inkscape and Sketch can be categorized as "Graphic Design" tools.

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Pros of Inkscape
Pros of Sketch
  • 3
    Free
  • 2
    Simple design
  • 2
    Easy to use
  • 2
    Vector Creation
  • 2
    Linux compatible
  • 1
    Powerful
  • 23
    Lightweight alternative to Photoshop
  • 11
    Mirror designs on mobile devices
  • 9
    Reusable elements/components
  • 7
    Vector
  • 5
    Plugins for everything
  • 2
    Real-time design preview on iOS devices
  • 1
    Constant updates
  • 1
    Thought for UI design

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Cons of Inkscape
Cons of Sketch
  • 1
    Crashes sometimes
  • 4
    Not for Windows
  • 3
    Horrible for slide presentations

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What is Inkscape?

It is professional quality vector graphics software which runs on Windows, Mac OS X and Linux. This software can be used to create or edit vector graphics such as illustrations, diagrams, line arts, charts, logos and complex paintings.

What is Sketch?

Easily create complex shapes with our state-of-the-art vector boolean operations and take advantage of our extensive layer styles.

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