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Sketch vs Affinity: catalog facts
Sketch	Affinity
Paid Paid subscription software.	Free Free for individuals, with a separate enterprise offering.
macOS	Windows, macOS
Long track record as a dedicated UI design tool Established plugin ecosystem	Vector, photo and layout tools in one app Imports PSD, AI, IDML and DWG files with layers intact
Mac only, no Windows or Linux version Paid subscription required	Requires a Canva account to download Some AI features are tied to Canva
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Closed source	Closed source
License not stated	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	Account needed
Not stated if it works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 22, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 24, 2026

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