Alternatives to SVG-Edit
An open-source vector graphics editor for creating and editing SVG files in the web browser. The listings below can replace it for an important use case. Each note says what changes if you switch.
The original
SVG-Edit
An open-source vector graphics editor for creating and editing SVG files in the web browser.
Replacements
Listings that take over the same core job as SVG-Edit.
Method Draw
A web-based SVG editor that drops advanced features to keep vector drawing simple.
Method Draw is a simpler open-source browser SVG editor that can be self-hosted, but drops layers and advanced options such as line caps.
Inkscape
A free vector editor that works natively in SVG, for logos, diagrams and illustration.
Inkscape is a free, open-source desktop SVG editor for Windows, macOS and Linux with node editing, layers and path operations, far more features than a browser tool.
Boxy SVG
SVG editor focused on lean, fast workflows for web and icon design.
Boxy SVG is a freemium SVG editor on Windows, macOS, Linux and the web, closed source with full features behind payment, unlike MIT-licensed SVG-Edit.
Vectorpea
A free online vector graphics editor that opens and edits AI, SVG and PDF files.
Vectorpea is a free, closed-source browser vector editor that also opens AI and PDF files, but it cannot be self-hosted or embedded like SVG-Edit.
Vectr
Online vector graphics editor with AI logo and background-removal tools.
Vectr is a paid browser vector editor adding AI logo and background-removal tools, with full functionality behind a subscription and closed source.
Graphite
A free, open-source vector graphics editor and animation engine built around a node graph.
Graphite is a free, open-source browser vector editor with nondestructive node-based editing and procedural animation, though it is still in alpha.
Similar software
Related functionality, not a direct replacement.
Vectorizer.AI
Online tool that converts PNG, JPG, GIF and WebP images into SVG, PDF, EPS and DXF vectors.
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe's vector graphics application for logos, icons, illustration and typography.
JS Paint
Browser-based remake of classic MS Paint with extra features and an optional desktop app.
miniPaint
Open-source online image editor with layers and filters that runs entirely in the browser.
Affinity Designer 2
Vector design app for illustration, branding and UI work.
Penpot
Open source, self-hostable design and prototyping platform for teams.
